Summary
Date Posted: Monday, February 13, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Intern- Urban Finance and Economy, I

Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, the interns' assigned office as well as the internship period. Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Planning, Finance and Economy Section the interns will:
• Supporting the development of the technical and normative outputs of PFES by assisting in gathering data, analyzing, contributing to preparation of reports and technical documents, preparation of presentations and other dissemination materials.
• Support the capacity building on a variety of planning themes.
• Assist in the development of content and methodology on Local Finance and Local Economic Development.

Specific Duties:
• Support PFES in carrying out research on Urban Finance and Local Economic Development issues.
• Support PFES in preparing communication and fundraising materials in the space of Urban Finance and Local Economic Development. This can include Project Proposals and or PowerPoint Presentations.
• Support PFES in preparing and delivering capacity building initiatives with stakeholders in the space of Urban Finance and Local Economic Development.
• Support in designing the participatory workshops structures and materials, advising on communication strategy for the design project.
• Participate in brainstorming discussions with the Finance and Economy team and assist in developing new strategies for developing the Urban Economy work of PFES.
• Assist in development of design guidelines and policies, drafting and commenting on documents, comment revision and producing information materials and supporting visuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors' language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
• Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
• Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).
• 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 include a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Preferred areas of studies:
• Public Finance, Local Finance, Economic Development, Local Economic Development, Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field
Closing: 24 February 2023

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
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