Programme Support – Public Policy Intern

Overview

This internship involves conducting research and analysis of national policy instruments and recent COP decisions relevant to synergies across the Rio Conventions, preparing analytical products, and supporting related initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis of national policy instruments relevant to synergies across the three Rio Conventions
• Review and analyse recent COP decisions under each of the Rio Conventions to identify mandates, provisions and emerging areas relevant to enhanced cooperation and synergistic implementation
• Prepare analytical summaries, briefing notes and comparative matrices mapping areas of convergence, complementarity and potential gaps across the conventions
• Support activities and initiatives carried out under the Joint Liaison Group (JLG) of the Rio Conventions
• Assist in drafting inputs for reports, technical papers and presentations on synergies among the Rio Conventions
• Support the organization of workshops, side events and consultations related to synergies, as required
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Required Experience

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree studies (Master's or PhD) in environmental policy, international environmental law, international relations, environmental sciences, climate change studies, sustainable development, natural resource management, or a related field. Applicants to the United Nations internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor 's level or equivalent). (c) Have graduated with a university degree. Be computer literate in standard software applications. Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Other Details