UNCCD INTERNSHIP G20 Global Initiative
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Director of the initiative or any other staff member assigned by the
director, the interns will assist in the performance of the following duties:
➢ graphic design of fliers, use Adobe software to create and edit videos and reels, previous
experience in this is mandatory
➢ research, collect and prepare reports on countrywide land restoration and habitat conservation
efforts, from Government, private sector and community
➢ research, collect information and prepare reports on regional land degradation and habitat
conservation efforts such as Great Green Wall and Green Middle East Initiative
➢ conduct review of the framework laws on restoration in G20 countries and prepare a
compendium on what are the provisions for environmental restoration after mining is over
➢ monitor social media for topics relevant for the global initiative
Expected Qualifications/Skills
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet the
following requirements:
- be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree (science, arts, engineering,
forestry, agriculture or related topics) programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); - have graduated with a university degree and, must commence the internship within a one-year
period of graduation. - research skills: ability to perform effective and efficient internet searches, and desk research;
- writing skills: ability to draft and edit content for publication in the language he/she shall be
working in, i.e. English, Arabic, French or Spanish. - planning and organizing: ability to work in an organized and structured wa.
- computer literate, with sound knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
Submission of application Internship application forms can
https://www.unccd.int/about-us/secretariat/vacancies/apply-unccd-internship
Your completed application form including ALL of the documents listed below are required and should
be submitted by e-mail to staffing@unccd.int, specifying in the subject line: G20 Global Initiative
internship
The deadline for applications is 30th January 2025
Only applications submitted by the deadline and meeting the requirements will be considered. No
telephone calls will be returned. Please address your application as indicated below and please do not
address or copy your application to an individual at the Secretariat.
Incomplete applications will not be considered
Applicants must attach ALL of the following documents to each application:
- UNCCD internship application form; acceptance and undertaking (conditions and annex form
available on the above link); - cover letter stating the reasons for applying;
.
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration. Due to a
high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
Special Notice
Internship with UNCCD is unpaid. Interns are not financially remunerated by the UNCCD. Costs and
arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern
or his/her sponsoring institution.
