UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact

Department/ Office:Global Compact Office Duty Station:NEW YORK Posting Period:28 March 2013-24 April 2013 Job Opening number:13-ECO-GCO-27654-R-NEW YORK  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact Responsibilities Depending on their level of experience and training, interns in the Global Compact Office  will: • research and analyze relating to the topic of corporate citizenship, especially on human  rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption; • draft and edit publications, papers and other documents; • liaise with Global Compact stakeholders on key corporate citizenship topics; • support the organization of meetings and events; • assist with outreach activities; • assist in the coordination of the Communication on Progress process; • handle email and other inquiries; • assist in the implementation of the Global Compact's integrity measures; • perform administrative tasks as assigned.  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact Competencies Core 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  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact 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  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact 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  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact Education Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school  (second university degree or higher); or if pursuing their studies in countries  where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages,  have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent  institution towards the completion of a degree. Be computer literate in standard  software applications; have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United  Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and have  demonstrated the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural  backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be  tolerant of differing opinions and views.  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact Work Experience Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the  programme.  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact Languages Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of French is desirable.  Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact Assessment Method Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact Special Notice A completed online application (Cover Letter and Personal History Profile) is required.  Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please note, you must be enrolled in  a degree  programme during the time of your internship with the United Nations. Ideal candidates will be available full-time from the beginning of June to the end of  August 2013.  According to UN policy, internships can be for a minimum of 2 months. However,  the Global Compact  recommends an initial duration of 3 months, with a possibility of extension.  UN internships can only last  a maximum of 6 months.  UN VACANCIES, Economic Affairs, Corporate Citizenship- UN Global Compact The Cover Letter must include: * Title of degree you are currently pursuing * Graduation Date (when will you be graduating from the programme) * List of IT skills and programmes you are proficient in * Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific department (s) * Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills,  and three references. 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