Portfolio Management Intern (Local position)

The Nexus Response Mechanism is a programme initiated by the EU aimed at contributing to Myanmar lasting peace and national reconciliation, security, stability and sustainable development without missing humanitarian needs. Its actions are focused on providing support to conflict-affected populations, displaced populations, host communities, and returnees by strengthening the humanitarian-development-peace nexus, linking relief with rehabilitation and development. 

Reporting to the Senior Programme Manager, Nexus Response Mechanism (NRM), the Portfolio Management  Intern will support the NRM Secretariat in researching new programming modalities around the humanitarian-development-peace nexus in order to support new program design and development. In addition, the intern will work with NRM staff and implementing partners to develop new internal/external communications materials. The intern will also support the NRM programme in tasks related to day-to-day management of the programme, including project documentation, communications with partners, logistics, and procurement. 

Current NRM working space arrangements combine office work (minimum 2 days a week, Mon/Tue) and work from home. The candidate is expected to adhere to the arrangement and possible subsequent changes to it. For the home-based assignments, the candidate needs to assure a proper working environment and internet connection. At a certain point when the health protocol and security measure allows the full-time return back to the office, the intern has to work at the UNOPS office in accordance with the supervisor’s approval and schedule.

The main functions of the Research and Communications Intern include: 

• Supporting internal programmatic research for the NRM Secretariat, including scoping of innovative programming options that may be undertaken by the NRM. 

• In coordination with Senior Programme Manager, write high-quality copy for external news stories, factsheets and web content, including stories about NRM partners and activities. 

• Support in editing and proofreading project documents and internal/external communications. 

• Assisting with research and compilation of information for reports and other publications. 

• Assist with drafting a range of materials for internal and external partners, e.g. donors, implementing partners and beneficiaries. This involves research and creative presentation of facts and figures.

• Assisting with research and analysis of the information on field projects. 

• Support in documentation management

• Support in implementation of project and programme management best practices

• Support in the design and roll out necessary systems and processes to strengthen programme  management

• Support in general administration and support. 

• Reporting to and performing other duties as requested by Senior Programme Manager, NRM 

Training components and learning elements 

• UNOPS highly values interns' contribution and appreciates the importance of learning during an internship. UNOPS thus provides a wealth of opportunities for on-the-job training, studying project-related documents, data analysis and preparation of reports and statistics. UNOPS encourages the intern to raise specific wishes regarding learning opportunities before and during the internship. 
• The intern will be required to take BSAFE course before arrival and the Department of Safety and Security briefing immediately after arrival. S/he will take the online UN and UNOPS induction courses on arrival. The intern will participate in UNOPS Myanmar’s Induction Training, which comprehensively covers all aspects of UNOPS work in Myanmar. S/he will have access to a large offering of online training on the comprehensive UNOPS intranet and opportunities to communicate with UNOPS HQ, Regional Office, and other country offices. 

Participation in missions or training courses 

UNOPS Myanmar will provide the intern with the following: 

• A small stipend for those not receiving any funding from other institutions 

• Exposure to UNOPS processes and activities; 

• If mission travel is undertaken, Daily Subsistence Allowance, in accordance with UN policy 

Additional comments 

• The intern is responsible for all costs associated with the internship (e.g. accommodation, health insurance). 
• The internship comes with no expectations of future employment with UNOPS as a direct result of the internship. The internship is offered for a period of 6 months. Candidates who are unable to commit to 6 months are requested to not apply.

• Either currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Masters in a relevant subject such as in international development, journalism , communications, development, social sciences or a related field, or have graduated from such studies within three years prior to the application date of the internship is required. 
• Specialized certification in a relevant field (i.e. Communication, Project Planning or Management) is desirable. 
• Experience and/or interests in the fields relevant to the NRM (including, but not limited to humanitarian and development sector, peace-building, conflict mitigation, social cohesion, media, sustainability, environment and climate change, cultural heritage

Language Skills 

• Applicants must be fluent in English and Myanmar and be able to write clearly and concisely in both languages. 

Computer Literacy 

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud is highly desired. (particularly PhotoShop, InDesign and Illustrator). 
• Experience with G Suite is highly desired. 
•  Web and audiovisual editing skills, experience with Content Management Systems and/or basic skills in HTML would be an asset. 

Internship-related experiences 

• Work experience in the humanitarian, development or peacebuilding sector is desirable. 

• A minimum of one year’s experience in communications, copywriting, report writing, international relations, international development, public policy, economics or related work is desirable.

• Demonstrable skills in writing and editing news and feature articles is highly preferred.

• Experience in coaching and providing feedback, especially in writing (Note. Does not need to be formal experience, can be unpaid, tutoring, university) is highly preferred. 

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and determination to meet deadlines is highly preferred. 

• Experience in working in a diverse and multicultural environment is an asset. 

Additional requirements 

All applications must be made on the UNOPS website: 

https://jobs.unops.org 

In addition, please attach the following documents with the application: 

● CV (maximum 2 pages) 

● Cover Letter (maximum 1 page)

• Contract type: Internship
• Contract level: N/A
• Contract duration: 6 months

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and it is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or disability.
  
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• 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 (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, 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 recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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