Intern

Geneva

3 months (initially)

The interns (4 positions) will undertake a variety of tasks to support the Strategic, Planning, Programme Management, Evaluation and Change Service (SPECS), located within OHCHR’s Executive Direction and Management (EDM). More specifically, the interns will support the OHCHR Evaluation, Planning and Policy functions in the successful completion of their Work Plan aimed to instil a culture of results-based planning, programming and budgeting across OHCHR, including by ensuring that programme implementation and results are effectively monitored and evaluated. Under the direction and supervision of the respective Evaluation, Planning and Policy Programme Management Officer, the interns shall undertake the following tasks: • Assist in the management of evaluations in the Evaluation Plan 2026-2027, including screening of consultants, collection of documents for desk reviews, preparation of meetings, revision and proof reading of evaluation reports. • Assist in the drafting and revision of guidance, guidelines, checklists and templates for the preparation and format of evaluation reports and planning documents, executive summaries, evaluation management responses and follow-up actions plans. • Support the evaluation communication, dissemination and use strategy, as well as the planning and policy communication strategies, including the development of communication materials such as infographics, videos, summaries, and presentations. • Assist in the upload, review and correction of the evaluation related data (reports and management responses) in the Decision Tracking System (DTS), the evaluation module of the Performance Monitoring System (PMS), and the Evaluation Findings Explorer. • Update the repositories of evaluation reports in OHCHR intranet and website, as well as in UNEG website. • Assist in the revision and maintenance of the database and mailing list of evaluation consultants. • Assists in the analysis, internal outreach and presentation of data relating to the implementation of the OHCHR Management Plan (OMP) 2024-2027 and projects. • Assist in the quality assurance of OHCHR’s work plans, country programmes, projects and related reports. • Assist in the monitoring processes of the office at mid-year and end of year including review of quality of submitted reports and follow up actions with planning entity focal points. • Assist in the implementation of existing and new processes for the review and approval of OHCHR’s planning documents, including the pilot and roll-out of new digital tools and workflows. • Assist in the management of the Community of Practice “From Vision to Results”. • Support the organization of events and meetings, including by preparing agendas, background notes, and meeting summaries or minutes, and help track action points. • Support the dissemination and implementation of guidance on of governance documents eg. Policies, SOPs. • Assist in the implementation of revised processes for development, review and approval of governance documents. • Support the quality check of governance documents. • Assist in compilation, review, and updating of the database of existing governance documents while supporting the review of those outdated and liaising with focal points to facilitate the review. • Assist in updating the intranet and monitor the revised decision-tracking system with relevant policy documents and progress. • Support the implementation of the Organizational Effectiveness Action Plans (OEAPs) related to Leadership and Organizational Culture Shift and contribute to the monitoring framework for tracking OEAP implementation progress. • Assist in the preparation and organization of workshops and initiatives in line with the OEAP goals • Other tasks as directed by the supervisors.

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a second university degree, equivalent, or higher; (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree (bachelor's degree or equivalent). Applicants are not required to have previous work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to Evaluation, Planning, Policy, Programming or Human Rights issues is an advantage. Drafting ability in English is an advantage. Skills in graphic design is an advantage.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional UN language is an asset.

Not available.

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.