Intern (Risk Management and Compliance)

​​Requisition ID: 6318 
Grade: Intern
Category: Internship
Employment Type: NonStaff-Regular
Country: Austria
Duty Station: Vienna  
Entry Date: As soon as possible
Internship Duration: 3-6 months
Application Deadline: 22-Sep-2025, 11:59 PM (Vienna, Austria time)

Vacancy Announcement

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability. The mission of UNIDO, as described in the Lima Declaration adopted at the fifteenth session of the UNIDO General Conference in 2013 as well as the Abu Dhabi Declaration adopted at the eighteenth session of UNIDO General Conference in 2019, is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in Member States. The relevance of ISID as an integrated approach to all three pillars of sustainable development is recognized by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which will frame United Nations and country efforts towards sustainable development. UNIDO’s mandate is fully recognized in SDG-9, which calls to “Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation”. The relevance of ISID, however, applies in greater or lesser extent to all SDGs. Accordingly, the Organization’s programmatic focus is structured in four strategic priorities: Creating shared prosperity; Advancing economic competitiveness; Safeguarding the environment; and Strengthening knowledge and institutions.

Each of these programmatic fields of activity contains a number of individual programmes, which are implemented in a holistic manner to achieve effective outcomes and impacts through UNIDO’s four enabling functions: (i) technical cooperation; (ii) analytical and research functions and policy advisory services; (iii) normative functions and standards and quality-related activities; and (iv) convening and partnerships for knowledge transfer, networking and industrial cooperation. Such core functions are carried out in Divisions/Offices in its Headquarters, Regional Offices and Hubs and Country Offices.

The Directorate of Corporate Services and Operations (COR), Under the overall direction of the Director General, and in close collaboration with relevant organizational entities within UNIDO, headed by a Managing Director, is responsible and accountable for the management of UNIDO’s human, financial and material resources, ensuring the capacity of the Organization to fulfil its mandate. The Directorate oversees a full range of corporate services to meet the support needs of the Organization, acts as a custodian for corporate management policies, and promotes a culture of cooperation, service orientation and corporate excellence throughout the Organization to deliver efficient and effective high-quality work and enable tangible impact on the ground to achieve ISID worldwide.

The Directorate houses the functions of the Ethics and Accountability Unit (COR/EAU), the Risk Management and Compliance Unit (COR/RCU), the Divisions of Financial Resource Management (COR/FIN) and Human Resources Management (COR/HRM), as well as the following Services: Procurement Services (COR/PRO); Digitalization, Innovation and TC Optimization Services (COR/DIT); Facility Management Services (COR/BMS); and Asset Management and Logistics Services (COR/AML). The Directorate also manages personnel security and safety matters. The Directorate ensures close coordination and collaboration among the Divisions as well as with relevant organizational entities in all Directorates across the Organization.

This internship position is located under Risk Management and Compliance Unit (COR/RCU) which actively supports Senior Management to foster a robust risk culture. COR/RCU supports the Managing Director COR, as the designated UNIDO ERM Focal Point, to further develop, coordinate, and implement UNIDO’s ERM, compliance risk portfolio risk and information security risk frameworks at the enterprise level.

Interns work under the supervision of a staff member, in the division or office that they are assigned to.

GENERIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Interns shall work under the direct supervision of the officer(s) designated by the Head of the Risk Management and Compliance Unit (COR/RCU) and shall be engaged as follows:

1. Exposed to the regular core functions of the Unit and as such shall have the opportunity to observe the day-to-day operations and engage in on-the-job training in specific actions delegated by the Supervisor.
2. Other Special emerging Projects that may enhance the learning experience of the Intern.
3. Engaged in specific self-contained assignments described below:

• Keep detailed records and track projects that are identified as being at risk. This involves monitoring progress, identifying issues, and updating the projects at risk file to ensure accurate and timely information is available for decision-making.
• Contribute to and manage the generation of project reports using SAP and AI.
• Assist with the maintenance and updating of the risk register. This includes identifying potential risks, assessing their impact, and developing mitigation strategies to minimize their effect on the unit's operations.
• Assist in the communication and visual promotion of COR/RCU’s initiatives related to risk, cybersecurity, and compliance. This includes supporting graphic design, video editing, and the development of communication materials that enhance outreach and engagement with internal and external audiences.
• Be actively involved in the communication and promotion of the Unit and its work. This includes creating and updating content for the intranet page to ensure that information is current, accurate, and engaging.
• Assist with the clearance and issuance of administrative issuances. This includes reviewing and finalizing documents to ensure they comply with organizational standards and are disseminated in a timely manner.
• Help with the recording and management of files. This involves organizing, maintaining, and ensuring the accessibility of both physical and electronic records to support the unit's operational needs.
• Provide support to the unit with any ad hoc requests. This may include liaising with relevant Offices/Units and providing administrative assistance as needed to ensure the smooth functioning of the unit.
• Other Special emerging Projects that may enhance the learning experience of the Intern.

The Intern(s) will be required to prepare an end-of-internship report, which will be submitted to and cleared by HRM.

MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Education: Enrolled in a second level university degree programme (master's or equivalent) or higher; or begin the internship within one year of completing a second level university degree; or be enrolled in the final academic year of a first degree programme (bachelor's or equivalent); or begin the internship within one year of completing a first level university degree. Only accredited institutions will be considered.

Field of specialization: Risk Management, Communication, Marketing, Economics, Business or Public Administration, International Relations or any other related field.

Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.

Other skills: Graphic design, communication and video editing skills are desired. IT skills, Software Engineering skills, experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AI-driven reporting, good drafting skills and experience in Risk Management are assets.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Internships at UNIDO are full-time and shall be for a period of three to six months. For internships fully sponsored through partner institutions, the maximum duration shall be twelve months, subject to prior HRM agreement. Extensions beyond the initially agreed duration are not permitted.

• Interns receive a monthly stipend based on their duty station.
• Interns are responsible for living expenses, accommodation, visas, and related costs.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Core Values

WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.

WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently in a committed and responsible manner.

WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively, respectfully and inclusively, regardless of our differences in culture and perspective.

Key Competencies

WE FOCUS ON PEOPLE: cooperate to fully reach our potential –and this is true for our colleagues as well as our clients. Emotional intelligence and receptiveness are vital parts of our UNIDO identity.

WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: focus on planning, organizing and managing our work effectively and efficiently. We are responsible and accountable for achieving our results and meeting our performance standards. This accountability does not end with our colleagues and supervisors, but we also owe it to those we serve and who have trusted us to contribute to a better, safer and healthier world.

WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively with one another and build an environment of trust where we can all excel in our work.

WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: to stay relevant, we continuously improve, support innovation, share our knowledge and skills, and learn from one another.

LEARNING ELEMENTS

Become acquainted with the most up-to-date technical, economic and industrial developments in the relevant field of specialization of the Risk Management and Compliance Unit (COR/RCU). Furthermore, intern is expected to deepen their knowledge in the fields of new product/services and process design.

Gain experience in Enterprise and Project Risk Management, Compliance and Information Security.

On the job training: participation in every phase of the working process.

Gain experience in working effectively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.

UNIDO Interns are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and respect for diversity at all times, both at work and outside. Only candidates who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for internships at UNIDO.

All applications must be submitted through the UNIDO Online Recruitment System.
Correspondence will be undertaken only with candidates who are being considered at an advanced phase of the selection process.

Visit the UNIDO employment website for details on how to apply: www.careers.unido.org

Notice to applicants:
UNIDO does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. If you have received a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Vacant positions within UNIDO are advertised on the official UNIDO website. Should you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of UNIDO and requesting payment of a fee, please contact: internship@unido.org