Project Management Support Intern

Ankara

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Ankara
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Project and Programme Management
  • Closing Date: 2025-09-05

Job categories Administration, Project Management
Vacancy code VA/2025/B5132/30598
Department/office ECR, AUMCO, Austria MCO
Duty station Ankara, Türkiye
Contract type Intern
Contract level Intern
Duration 3 months, with possibility of extension for up to 12 months
Application period 14-Aug-2025 to 05-Sep-2025
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Functional Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions

  1. Logistics, asset management and administrative support

  2. Project support

1. Administrative Support:

  • Assist in organizing and maintaining project files and documentation (both electronic and hard copy).   

  • Maintenance and asset management of office equipment.   

  • Preparation of inventory lists, keeping records of office supplies.    

  • Administering the receipt of goods and equipment for the office, inspection and report preparation.   

  • Support in official transport needs for the office personnel with accompanying security arrangements.

  • Support the preparation of meetings (online/ offline), workshops, and training events, including logistics, participant communication, and material preparation.   

  • Draft routine correspondence and reports.   

  • Provide general administrative support to the project team as needed.

2. Project Support:

  •  Assist in tracking project progress against planned activities and milestones.

  • Support the preparation of project reports, including gathering data, formatting documents, and ensuring accuracy.

  • Support the small procurement process by assisting in the collecting information for the upcoming needs, tracking deliveries, and maintaining procurement records.

  • Maintain and update project databases.   

  • Support the preparation of presentations and other communication materials

Other duties

  • Undertake other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager or Supervisor

Impact of Results  The Project Management Support Intern's contributions will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of the project. By providing essential administrative and project support, the intern will free up the Project Manager and team members to focus on core project activities, ultimately contributing to the successful construction of women's shelters and the achievement of project objectives.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

  • The incumbent should be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor or Master's preferably in Project Management, Business Administration, International Development, Social Sciences, Engineering or a related discipline. Recent graduates may also be considered
Experience 
  • Experience in administrative support or project assistance is desirable
  • Experience working with international organization or NGO's is an asset
Language Requirement
  • Fluency in English and Turkish is required

Functional Competence
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace/ Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to research, analyze, and synthesize information.
  • Ability to draft clear and concise reports and correspondence.
  • Familiarity with project management principles is an asset.
  • Knowledge of gender equality and women's empowerment issues is an asset.
Other
  • Strong interest in humanitarian work and gender equality.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent attention to detail
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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
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