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Event and Knowledge Management Intern (Part-time)

New York City

  • Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
  • Location: New York City
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Education, Learning and Training
    • Conference Services
  • Closing Date: 2025-02-07

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Present in about 170 countries and territories, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) supports governments in developing strong policies, institutions, and partnerships to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP’s Sustainable Finance Hub (SFH) was established to aggregate UNDP’s work and expertise on SDG financing and to offer a comprehensive package of tools and support that enables governments, the private sector, philanthropy, and international financial institutions to accelerate financing for the SDGs. You can visit the Sustainable Finance Hub website for more information.

The Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking (FAST) Initiative, a flagship programme of the SFH, focuses on mobilizing the financial sector to contribute to the achievement of SDG 8.7, which seeks to eradicate forced labor, end modern slavery, and human trafficking. FAST has entered its third phase (2024–2030), emphasizing sustainable finance solutions and targeted interventions in high-risk countries.

The Event and Knowledge Management Intern will support FAST's critical activities by assisting in programme management, event coordination, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects addressing modern slavery and trafficking through innovative financing mechanisms.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Event and Knowledge Management intern will work under the guidance from the Sustainable Finance Programme Manager, and direct supervision of  the FAST Initiative Project Coordinator. S/he will also work  in close collaboration with other SFH team members, and with the Business and Human Rights colleagues. The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:

1) Event Management Support:

  • Support in the organization of in-person, virtual, and hybrid multi-stakeholder consultations, roundtables, and bilateral meetings and events
  • Coordinate logistics for events, including invitations, agendas, and follow-up materials
  • Assist in event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all activities run smoothly
  • Assist in addressing any issues or emergencies that arise during the event promptly and effectively
  • Support the preparation of pre- and post-event surveys and survey data analysis
  • Maintain updated records of event calendar and participant engagement metrics
  • Assist with maintaining event contact lists.

2) Knowledge Management Support:

  • Assist in documenting key insights, recommendations, and stakeholder commitments during consultations
  • Assist in drafting events debriefings, outcome reports, presentations, and communication materials for internal and external stakeholders
  • Support the development and maintenance of knowledge repositories, including resource materials and tools for stakeholders 
  • Support the dissemination of knowledge shared at events via Intranet and Viva Engage
  • Support the creation of Intranet sites, Teams Channels, SharePoint Folders, and material kits (including slide decks, promotional materials, follow-up materials) for recurring (training) events
  • Assist in maintaining effective communication channels to address inquiries, and provide updates
  • Support Public Communications and Content Development:
         a) Work with team members to support communications planning to promote knowledge products and activities across social          media, email (regular and ad-hoc content), and events
         b) Update content related to events in FAST's digital platforms, including its website and intranet.

3) Administrative Support:

  • Support implementation of FAST workplan through document preparation and process management
  • Maintain detailed records, and contribute to staff meetings and progress reports for FAST project activities.
     
 Competencies and Attitude:
  • Self-starter, calm, composed, and patient
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills , and good interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently, and in an entrepreneurial setting
  • Ability to work and deliver under pressure
  • Demonstrates and promotes the highest standard of integrity, impartiality, fairness and incorruptibility in all matters affecting his/her work and status
  • Demonstrates a high level of responsibility and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
     

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

Only applicants with a valid visa and employment authorization in the US for the six-month duration of the internship will be considered.

This is a Part-time Internship with 20 working hours/week (office-based).


Education: 

Field of study required: Hospitality, public relations, international development, international relations, economics, political affairs, knowledge management, project management, or sustainable finance.

Eligibility:
Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

(a) Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
(b) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
(c) Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
(d) Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.

Experience:

  • Experience in data analysis, demonstrated through university coursework is required
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in event planning and management or project management, preferably within international organizations or similar settings is highly desired
  • A minimum  of 1 year of experience in capacity development and knowledge management, preferably in sustainable finance or sustainable development through either academic coursework/research and/or professional experience is highly desired
  • Experience with multilateral organizations or bilateral donor agencies is desired
  • Knowledge of and/or familiarity in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking through coursework and/or professional experience is an asset.

IT skills:

  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of products is required
  • Familiar with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, R, etc.) is desired.

Language skills:

  • Fluency in written and spoken English is required.  

Main Internship Conditions:

  • Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed
  • Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan
  • UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship
  • Interns may be given a stipend according to UNDP Internship Policy: the stipend is to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station
  • Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
     
Disclaimer

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. 
 
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
 
Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination
 
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.  
 
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 
 
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