Intern – Governance and Rule of Law (National Applicants Only)

Overview

The internship provides graduate-level students with exposure to UNDP's regional work in governance, rule of law, and democratic institutions. The objective is to deepen understanding of democratic governance, access to justice, human rights, and electoral support programming in Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of communication activities and materials.
• Support research on development issues.
• Provide administrative support, including media clipping and keeping records of activities.
• Support data collection and literature reviews on various topics.
• Support documentation of good practices and lessons learned.
• Prepare summaries from key events, expert roundtables, or missions.
• Assist in organizing technical workshops, regional consultations, and governance dialogues.

Required Experience

No professional work experience is required. Applicants should have a field of study closely related to the type of Internship they are applying for. Knowledge and experience in communications, public relations, or a related role is advantageous. Knowledge of the organization's sector or field of work would be desirable.

Qualifications

Enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme or higher); OR be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as a bachelor’s degree or equivalent); OR have recently graduated with a university degree in Governance, Peace and Security, Development Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Public Policy, Law, Human Rights, or related Social Science discipline.

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