Programme Management Intern (Gender and PSEA)_ Local Position

Myanmar

Sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) is a violation of human rights, but sadly remains a risk and reality in the humanitarian and development sector. Incidents remain globally under-reported. UNOPS implementing partners and contractors are required to meet the UN Standards related to the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. In the UNOPS Myanmar Office, partners implement minimum requirements designed to prevent sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. The Programme Intern (PSEA)  will work under the direct supervision of the Capacity Building Senior Officer (PSEA). The Programme Management Intern (Gender and PSEA) will support the Gender and PSEA  program implementation, compliance, and monitoring.

The main functions of the Programme Management Intern (Gender and PSEA) include:

Support the implementation of the Gender work plan

• Assist in the preparation of UNOPS gender International Event Days, such as 16 Days of Activism, IDAHOBIT days, and International Women's Day

• Participate in the monthly Gender Group meeting and organize meetings of the UNOPS Gender Group and support the preparation of briefing materials ahead of Gender meetings

• Assist in the collection and preparation of reports on Gender achievements, including collecting regular stories on Gender mainstreaming in collaboration with Gender and PSEA Focal Points

Support the implementation of the PSEA Workplan

• Assist in capacity-building support activities, as required, which includes organising meetings, trainings, workshops, and documentation

• Support the implementation of improvement plans for partners to enhance PSEA and pinpoint areas for improvement

• Aid in reviewing PSEA minimum requirement documentation that is submitted by implementing partners

• Assist in data management and tools development as needed, which may include data entry, compilation, and analysis

• Assist in preparing PSEA yearly compliance report for UNOPS funded partners

• Provide translation support as needed.

• Candidates must be enrolled in a university degree program or have graduated within the last three years 
• Relevant university degrees may be in subjects such as international development, programme management, and gender studies, however, all current enrollees or recent graduates will be considered according to the above requirement

• Some experience in any of the following areas (including a combination): prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, gender, gender based violence, sexual harassment, and workplace conduct is desirable.
• Knowledge of Myanmar context related to gender, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse is preferred.
• Quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills are preferable.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (eg. MS Office newer versions, Google Suite Applications) is required. 

• Fluency in both English and Myanmar is required.

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete)  in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.