Support in IT Network maintenance and upgrade works

In-person

Six months

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, ICTSS , and the direct supervision of the NetCom Team leader the incumbent is responsible in assisting for the following duties in the Publications, Conference, and Knowledge Management Division(PCKMD),Information and Communications Technology Services Section (ICTSS): Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period. Examples of duties to be performed may include the following: In this role, you'll provide direct support to the Network & Communications team by participating in the following initiatives: 1. Implementation of Configuration Automation and Management Solutions: 2. Support for WLAN Upgrade: 3. Network Troubleshooting and Maintenance: 4. Support for LAN/WAN and Internet network Expansion tasks. 5. Other Activities as Needed: Under each initiates, you'll provide support to the team by performing the following tasks: 1. Implementation of Configuration Automation and Management Solutions 2. Support for LAN & WLAN Upgrade works: You'll assist with the technical aspects of our WiFi network upgrade project. This includes helping with the physical deployment of new access points, configuring their settings, and troubleshooting any connectivity issues that arise during the process. 3. Network Troubleshooting, Maintenance and Monitoring: You'll help diagnose and resolve network issues, such as connectivity problems, slow performance, or device failures. You'll also assist with routine maintenance activities like software updates and performance monitoring to prevent future issues. 4. Other Activities as Needed: You'll be a versatile team member, ready to assist with a range of other IT-related tasks as they arise, contributing to the overall success of the department. This may include assisting with documentation, inventory management, or supporting other IT projects

Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As per the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, do you identify as a person with a disability? If Yes, Please specify if you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process?

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. 2 Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. 3 Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. 4 Ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts in desirable. 5 Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable.

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Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.