Knowledge Management & IT Intern NGO Job UNEP

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Responsibilities

This internship is located in the UNEP Environmental Governance Subprogramme Unit within the UNEP Law Division in Nairobi.

Under the direct supervision of the Global Environmental Governance Sub-Programme Coordinator within the Environmental Governance Subprogramme Unit or his designated representative(s), the intern is expected to:

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• Design and develop interactive dashboards using Microsoft Power BI to visualize environmental governance indicators and Member State reporting metrics.
• Support the management and optimization of the Subprogramme’s SharePoint knowledge repository, including organizing documents, creating metadata structures, and improving search functionality.
• Analyze Member State reporting data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for enhanced environmental governance support.
• Create data visualization materials and infographics to support policy briefs, technical reports, and presentations.
• Support the development of automated reporting workflows using Microsoft Teams and Excel to streamline data collection from regional offices and country teams.
• Document knowledge management processes and develop user guides for internal systems and tools.
• Assist in quality assurance and data validation processes for environmental governance indicators and reporting metrics.
• Support the team in preparing materials for high-level meetings, including the UN Environment Assembly and MEA Conference of Parties sessions.
• Undertake additional assignments as may be required by the Subprogramme Coordinator, including tasks that contribute to the intern’s learning experience and career development in the field of environmental governance.

Qualifications

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (Master’s degree or equivalent, or higher) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, International Relations, or related field.
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent) in the above-mentioned fields.
• Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation. Applicants must at the time of application:
  • Be computer literate in standard software applications with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel.
  • 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 includes willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Special Notice: Your application for this internship must include:
  • A completed online application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • 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 and what you hope to gain from the internship – Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme – Include all past work experience (if any). Indicate any relevant experience based on the requirements of the internship – Proof of enrollment from current University (if not graduated).
  • A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated). No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.
  • However, the following skills and knowledge are highly desirable:
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI for creating dashboards and data visualizations. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, data analysis functions.
    • Experience with SharePoint administration and content management;
    • Experience with data analysis and statistical methods.
    • Understanding of database management principles and data quality assurance practices.
    • Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail.

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