Level: Internships / Fellowships
Contract Type: Internship
Closing Date: December 31, 2024, 05:00 PM (America/New_York)
Duty Station: Multiple Locations Worldwide
The Position:
UNFPA offers an invaluable opportunity for dedicated individuals to join its internship program, a chance to contribute to the mission of the United Nations Population Fund. This internship is particularly focused on advancing the vital work of ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. Interns will gain firsthand experience in the organization’s efforts to realize strategic goals set forth in the UNFPA Strategic Plan (2022-2025), which emphasizes three transformative results:
- Ending Preventable Maternal Deaths: Working towards reducing maternal mortality rates by improving healthcare access and ensuring safe childbirth practices.
- Ending Unmet Need for Family Planning: Addressing the disparities in access to reproductive health services, providing reliable information on family planning options, and empowering individuals to make informed choices.
- Ending Gender-Based Violence and Harmful Practices: Advocating for gender equality and the protection of women’s rights, while combating practices that harm individuals and communities.
UNFPA’s strategic plan underscores the urgency of these results as the organization aims to accelerate progress toward the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) goals and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the crucial Decade of Action leading to 2030. The internship role will allow individuals to engage with initiatives that promote recovery from the setbacks caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, with an emphasis on restoring and enhancing women’s and girls’ access to crucial sexual and reproductive health services and reproductive rights.
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Requirements:
Candidates must meet at least one of the following criteria:
a. Be enrolled in a first university degree program (e.g., Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and have completed one full academic year;
b. Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree program (e.g., Master’s program or higher);
c. Have recently graduated from a university with a degree as defined above, and must start the internship within one year of graduation;
d. Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional trainee program, with the internship serving as a component of this specific program.
Other Eligibility Requirements:
e. Show a keen interest in the field of development and humanitarian work;
f. Exhibit proficient written and spoken communication skills in at least one of the UN’s working languages (English or French), along with fluency in the official UNFPA office language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish);
g. Demonstrate adaptability to new environments and the ability to foster effective working relationships with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Note: Individuals related to UNFPA staff members (parent, child, sibling) are not eligible to apply for internships at UNFPA.
Required Competencies:
Values:
- Exemplifying integrity in all actions and decisions.
- Demonstrating a strong commitment to the mission and objectives of UNFPA and the broader UN system.
- Embracing and promoting cultural diversity among peers and stakeholders.
- Embracing change, being open to new ideas, and adjusting to evolving circumstances.
Core Competencies:
- Achieving Results: Focused on delivering impactful and measurable outcomes.
- Accountability: Foster an environment of accountability to contribute positively to the organization.
- Professional Expertise & Business Acumen: Developing and applying relevant expertise in a professional context.
- Analytical Thinking: Approaching challenges with strategic analytical thinking skills.
- Teamwork & Relationship Management: Fostering teamwork, managing self-relationships, and nurturing positive interactions among colleagues.
Financial Support:
Interns who do not receive external financial assistance (from academic institutions, government, etc.) are eligible for a stipend to assist with living expenses. The stipend amount is determined by the agreed place of work, which may differ from the duty station of the hiring office, especially in cases of remote internships. Payments are typically made in the local currency at the end of each month.
UNFPA Work Environment:
UNFPA provides a supportive work atmosphere that champions gender equality, diversity, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance. The organization is committed to achieving gender parity and encourages applications from women and individuals from underrepresented groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic backgrounds, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and more.
The mission of UNFPA is deeply rooted in principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, ensuring that every individual—regardless of personal characteristics—has equitable opportunities for engagement, professional growth, and leadership within the organization. To learn more about UNFPA’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, click here.
This internship represents a meaningful way to contribute to essential global challenges while gaining valuable professional experience in a dynamic international organization. We look forward to your applications!
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