Job description

Work Location
In-person, Rabat, Morocco
Expected duration
2 months with a possibility of extension
Duties and Responsibilities
Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty. UN-Habitat National Office for Morocco was established in 2021 in Rabat and provides technical cooperation and capacity building by promoting and implementing policies, programmes, and operational projects in UN-Habitat’s focus areas at national and local levels, aimed at achieving sustainable urban development in the country, and provide technical cooperation services, upon request from government. Since the office opening UN-Habitat has been active in Morocco in partnership with the Ministry of National Planning, Urban Development, Housing and Urban Policy to support the government's efforts to achieve sustainable urban development. A headquarters agreement was signed with the Government of the Kingdom of Morocco and a habitat country program document (HCPD) was signed in march 2021 for the period 2020-2023. This document brings together operational projects in UN-Habitat's areas of intervention, at national regional, and local levels, aimed at achieving sustainable urban development in the country and provides technical support to the partners involved. The recent opening of the UN-HABITAT representative office in Morocco will contribute to optimal governance and implementation of the country program and consolidate cooperation mechanisms with the Moroccan government. The intern will be reporting to the Programme management officer. Responsibilities The intern will be responsible for; • Assisting the office team in the collection and analysis of data related to urban development at the national and territorial levels. • Assisting in identifying fields for collaboration with key actors in the framework of UN-Habitat programs; • Support the team in the drafting of working documents, including concept notes, project presentations, etc. • Contributing to the improvement of the work plan of the country office; • Assisting in the design of training programs and materials related to local governments, • Assisting in planning, preparing, and implementing events (meetings, workshops, conferences, Expert Group Meetings, etc.) and support the implementation of specific recommendations arising from these events. • Assisting with outreach activities and the production of advocacy material. • Assisting in planning and reporting on meetings with key partners and stakeholders. • Assisting on communication efforts related to the activities with ROAS, HQ and national partenrs. • Assisting on administrative tasks and duties linked to the work of the office (development of ToRs; contracts etc.)
Qualifications/special skills
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 (Microsoft Office Suite). Have demonstrated a 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 a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Preferred areas of study: Geo-Science, Human Geography, Earth Observation, Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning and/or related field is required. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.
Additional Information
Do you have any previous UN internship experience? If yes, please indicate the UN entity and the specific dates.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.