Internship Programme 2020 Vacancy at United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

Position Title: Internship Programme.

Job Station: Nigeria, Other Countries.

INTRODUCTION :-

Internship Programme job opportunity is available at United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) for individuals who possess relevant qualifications.

Objectives of the Programme

• The UNFPA Internship Programme offers a small group of outstanding students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNFPA operations. It is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of UNFPA work.
• Applicants should have expressed interest in the field of development; ability to adapt to new environments and work with individuals from different cultural backgrounds. Interns work under the supervision of a staff member at UNFPA. The background of the interns is matched with the needs of the organization.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION :-

Candidates for the internship programme are selected on a competitive basis. The profiles of the interns are matched with the needs of the organization. The following qualifications are required for consideration:

• Students should be enrolled in an advanced degree programme or have graduated within the last 12 months;
• Students must have written and spoken proficiency in English; fluency in French, Spanish or Arabic is an asset.

Financial Aspects:

• The costs associated with an intern’s participation in the programme must be assumed either by the students themselves or by the nominating institution, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students. Students will have to meet living expenses as well as make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and other requirements. In addition, applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the internship. Proof of insurance will need to be submitted before the internship begins.
• Interns are not financially remunerated by UNFPA for their work but may receive a stipend to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, when not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation, or scholarship programme.

Apply Before :-

31st December, 2020.

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WHO IS United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)?

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the leading UN organization in Reproductive Health and Population and Development.