Le programme des Nations unies pour les établissements humains, ONU-Habitat, est l’agence chargée des établissements humains. Il est mandaté par l’Assemblée générale des Nations unies pour promouvoir des villes durables sur le plan social et environnemental, dans le but de fournir un logement adéquat à tous.
Le portefeuille actuel d’ONU-Habitat s’étend en Afrique occidentale. Un soutien est nécessaire au sein de la Représentation régionale pour l’Afrique (RRa) pour traiter les questions programmatiques dans les pays francophones de la sous-région. Voici quelques exemples d’activités d’ONU-Habitat :
A. Ivory Coast
UN-Habitat is strengthening its presence in Ivory Coast with the development of a project proposal for the inclusion of migrant workers in the Greater Abidjan, as well as an Adaptation Fund proposal related to the preservation of coastal areas.
The Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC) co-funded Project “Enhancing the opportunities of Labour Migrants and Local Communities in vulnerable conditions to integrate in Greater Abidjan” has been approved and was launched in November 2021. It aims to carry out a two-phased four-year Action Research project which focuses on broadening the sphere of opportunities for labour migrants and their host communities living in conditions of vulnerability to integrate in Greater Abidjan.
In addition, UN-Habitat is working on the development of a Country Programme in Cote d’Ivoire and in progressively strengthening its presence to support resource mobilization and implementation.
B. Benin and Togo
Creation of a sub-regional Center of Excellence on Habitat serving as an innovative and sustainable knowledge hub that provides data, knowledge, expertise and long-term capacity building and training services to develop skills of practitioners on sustainable urban development in the eight (8) countries of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA – Burkina Faso, Senegal, Mali, Niger, Togo, Benin, Guinea-Bissau, Côte d’Ivoire).
The Center of Excellence is being created at the Joseph Ki-Zerbo University (Higher Institute of Population Sciences), Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso with the support of the Cheikh Anta Diop University (Higher School of Applied Economics) in Senegal and UN-Habitat.
UN-Habitat is expanding and developing its presence in those countries and needs support for its programme implementation.
The internship position is located at the UN-Habitat Regional Representation for Africa (RRA) in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The intern will work closely with the project manager and the UN-Habitat team based in Abidjan and will participate in the management and visibility of projects/ programmes. He/She will report to National Programme Officer of Ivory Coast.
The UN-Habitat Regional Representation for Africa (RRA) internship is for 6 months.
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship. The work hours during the internship shall be determined based on individual discussion between the intern and the supervisor(s) taking into consideration the minimum requirements of the Organization and the time difference between the hosting office and the location of the intern
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
Under the Supervision of the National Programme Manager and the National Technical Advisor, the intern will:
– Provide administrative support to the work unit in the preparation of various project documents such as work plans, budgets, reports, and proposals on programme implementation arrangements.
– Assist the programme team in reviewing and preparing documentation on the procurement of goods and services, and support contract tracking.
– Identify sources, gather and compile data and information for the preparation of documents, guidelines, and other material as required.
– Participate in the planning, preparation and implementation of meetings, workshops, conferences, expert group meetings.
– Assist with text edition of reports, articles, and concept notes as per request.
– Support the elaboration of power point presentations related to UN-Habitat mandates.
– Draft maps, dashboards and diagrams;
– Translate complex concepts related to UN-Habitat mandates into infographics and other graphic materials in relation to the New Urban Agenda and the SDG 11 in French and English.
– Assist in the development of UN-Habitat urban planning policy documents, guidelines, information materials and presentations through identification and review of relevant publications and documents, drafting and commenting on documents.
– Assist in engagement activities with the government, private sector and community-based projects.
– Translate Project and Support documents from French to English and vice versa;
– Support Communication and Visibility activities (publications, presentations, catalogues, folders, brochures, videos, online and handbooks regarding all the projects and areas UN-Habitat works).
– Collect and share information on risk monitoring in the implementation of projects / programmes.
– Conduct literature reviews on specific topics and good practices in the areas involved.
– Other duties relevant to the candidate and RRa, as determined jointly.
– Any other tasks requested by the country team.
Competencies
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
c. Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
Be computer literate in standard software applications.
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Preferred area of studies:
Currently pursuing an advanced degree in Urban or Town Planning, Project management, Geography, Architecture, Social Science, Communication or related fields.
(Preferably: Master or PhD candidate; Minimum: Final Year Undergraduate student) or recently graduated
(maximum one year) with one of the previously mentioned areas.
Work Experience
No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
Are you familiar with the New Urban Agenda and the SDGs?
Do you have good teamwork skills?
Do you have any knowledge on urban development thematic?.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in both English and French is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include:
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
– Title of the degree you are currently pursuing
– Graduation Date
– IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
– Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship
Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).
2. Proof of enrollment from current University (if not graduated).
3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
“In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship.”
