United Nations: Internship Programme 2025
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is on the lookout for candidates who can transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact results. We seek staff who are transparent, exceptional in managing entrusted resources, and committed to excellence in program outcomes.
Under the direct supervision of the Gender M&E Analyst, the intern will support the GBVF Directorate in areas such as administration, information management, and stakeholder coordination to enhance the Directorate’s efficiency and effectiveness.
A work plan outlining achievements for the duration of the internship and learning opportunities will be established. Periodic progress meetings will foster a beneficial environment for the intern, enhancing their skills and capacity in areas related to UNFPA’s mandate.
Responsibilities:
- Support the organization and update of a secure central GBVF Information Repository.
- Collect and catalogue relevant GBVF-related reports and resources from partners, including civil society, government, and research bodies.
- Support regular updates of key documents (e.g., CSO reports, Response Fund submissions, progress briefs).
- Track data requests and usage in coordination with the team.
- Support the design and maintenance of the stakeholder engagement spreadsheet, including inputs such as names, sectors, contact info, and contributions to the NSP-GBVF.
- Assist in verifying and updating database records on a quarterly basis.
- Support the scheduling of meetings and engagements with stakeholders and implementing partners.
- Assist with preparing meeting agendas, recording key points during discussions, and circulating minutes.
- Help track follow-up actions and ensure timely updates from previous meetings.
- Provide logistical support during workshops, consultations, or dialogues organized by the GBVF Directorate.
- Support the team by conducting online searches of GBVF projects and activities in South Africa.
- Attend virtual meetings and events, capturing key messages and useful information.
- Monitor the progress of ongoing internal projects and share updates.
Requirements:
- Have recently graduated with a university degree from a recognized university.
- Or be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (such as a bachelor’s degree or equivalent) at a recognized university.
- Or be enrolled in a postgraduate degree program (such as a master’s program or higher) at a recognized university.
- Or be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program at a recognized university and undertake the internship as part of this program.