The Position:

Under the direct supervision of the Gender Programme Analyst, UNFPA Timor-Leste, the intern will support the gender team in the areas of strengthening the implementation of National Action Against Gender-Based Violence.

 

A work-plan with achievements for the duration of the Internship and learning opportunities will be agreed upon. Periodic progress meetings will lead to a beneficial environment for the Intern enhancing her/his skills and capacity in areas related to UNFPA’s mandate.

 

About UNFPA and How You Can Make a Difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations, and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results. We need interns who are exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

 

You would be responsible for:

1. Supporting SEI in reviewing, defining, assessing, and scaling up evidence-based GBV prevention initiatives.
2. Supporting MSSI in establishing and strengthening a comprehensive GBV case management system in Timor-Leste.
3. Supporting MSSI in the development and operationalization of a national hotline/helpline for violence against women (VAW) and violence against children (VAC).
4. Supporting SEI in enhancing coordination, monitoring, and evaluation mechanisms for the effective implementation of the NAP-GBV.

 

Qualifying for an Internship

All interns must meet the following educational and other eligibility requirements:

 

Educational requirements

Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree of master’s programme;

 

Other eligibility requirements

• Demonstrate interest in the field of development;
• Demonstrate written and spoken proficiency in at least one of the working languages of the United Nations (English) and fluency in the official language (English) of the UNFPA office; and
• Demonstrate ability to adapt to new environments and to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.

 

Your Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Gender and Women studies, Development Studies, Social Science or be enrolled in a postgraduate degree of master’s programme in the above-mentioned.

 

Your Experiences:

1. Some experience in working with development agencies, including in volunteer capacity.
2. Previous experience of working in GBV prevention and response.
3. Excellent track record in supporting local and INGOs and/or government institutions in the areas of GBV prevention and response, M&E and coordination.
4. Fluency in English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.
5. Strong analytical and writing skills.
6. Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.

 

Learning Elements:

Upon completion of the assignment, and depending on its duration, the Intern will gain the following knowledge assets:

1. Increased understanding of the UNFPA and the Programme Division within UNFPA
2. Understand the UNFPA mandate and policies, including regional set-up
3. Understand and familiarize with UNFPA Governance and Executive Board 
4. Understand UNFPA programme design and delivery mechanisms
5. Understand the dynamics of operational and programme support and communications to the field, and at the level of CO
6. Learn UN technical language, working procedures, and coordination mechanisms
7. Write and formulate substantive documents
8. Network with UN colleagues
9. Work experience as a team member in a multicultural setting

 

Financial Aspects:

Interns do not receive a salary or any other form of remuneration from UNFPA. The costs associated with an intern's participation in the programme must be assumed either by the nominating institution, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students, or by the students themselves, who will have to meet living expenses as well as make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and other requirements. However, they receive a stipend to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, if not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation, or scholarship programme. The stipend is based on the intern’s agreed place of work, which may be different from the duty station of the hiring office in cases of remote arrangements.

 

In addition, applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the internship. Proof of insurance will need to be submitted before the internship begins. UNFPA does not provide medical insurance for interns.

 

UNFPA Work Environment:

 

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

 

Disclaimer:

 

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

 

How to Apply

Please email your applications to timor-leste.office@unfpa.org

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.