The Intern – Policy and Strategy position at UN-Habitat offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to the development of sustainable urban policies and strategies, focusing on informal settlements and slums, particularly in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in research and socio-economic analysis related to informal settlements and slums.
- Support the development and drafting of content for a regional strategy on informal settlements in the SADC region.
- Help coordinate the strategy design process, including policy development, adoption, and evaluation.
- Organize meetings with experts and stakeholders, and support the facilitation of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG).
- Contribute to research, policy, and strategy-related tasks.
Qualifications:
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Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Enrolled in or have completed a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
- Enrolled in the final year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent).
- Have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong interest in UN work and commitment to its ideals.
- Ability to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
Preferred Academic Background:
- Urban development, environmental science, economics, sustainable development, global development, social or political sciences, international relations, or a related field.
- Experience in socio-economic research and policy analysis on slums and informal settlements.
- Strong report drafting and communication skills (e.g., research briefs, presentations).
Application Details:
- Location : Nairobi, Kenya (in-person).
- Duration : Duration of the internship is not specified.
- Deadline : January 29, 2025.