The Intern – Data Analytics position at the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to sustainable urban development, with a focus on informal settlements and slums in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.
Here are the key points from the position:
Responsibilities:
- Assist with research, socio-economic analysis, and trend identification in the SADC region.
- Support the creation of analytical content, such as case studies, and write chapters for a regional strategy on informal settlements.
- Contribute to the design, formulation, and implementation of the regional strategy.
- Assist in organizing workshops and meetings with experts and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
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Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Enrolled in a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
- In the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s).
- Graduated with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong interest in the UN’s work and commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter.
- Ability to interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Preferred Academic Background:
- Fields of study such as urban development, environmental science, economics, sustainable development, global development, social or political sciences, or related areas.
- Proficiency in data and statistical analysis, including the use of statistical software (STATA, R, Python, etc.).
- Knowledge of databases and data management systems is desirable.
Application Details:
- Location : Nairobi, Kenya (in-person).
- Duration : The duration of the internship is not specified.
- Deadline : January 29, 2025.