Intern - Staff Counsellor's Office temporary

vor 2 Wochen

Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

This internship is located in the Staff Counsellors Office, Human Resources Management Service, Division of Administration, United Nations Office at Geneva, Switzerland.

Due to the nature of the Staff Counsellor's Office activities, the internship shall protect the confidentiality of all professionally acquired information.


The UNOG Staff Counsellors Office is responsible for the promotion of psychosocial wellbeing and good mental health in the workplace, and operates at organizational level, team level and individual level, bridging with relevant stakeholders when necessary.


The internship is being offered for a minimum period of three (3) months, with a possibility of extension up to a maximum period of six (6) months.

The internship is UNPAID and full-time.


Interns work five (5) days per week (40 hours) under the general guidance and direct supervision of the Chief Staff Counsellor.


Responsibilities:

In general, the intern will support UNOG Staff Counsellor's Office in fulfilling its mandate to promote well-being and good practices for mental health at UNOG and its Client Entities.

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, supporting the Staff Counsellors in:

  • Conducting research, analysis and presentation of information gathered from diverse sources on assigned topics / issues, such as burnout, emotional intelligence etc.;
  • Contributing to the Office's wellbeing and burnout prevention programmes;
  • Assisting in workshop design and delivery;
  • Contributing to the preparation of various written documents, e.g., assisting in the drafting of sections of studies, background papers, etc.;
  • Assisting with the update of the internal websites;
  • Developing and maintaining reference / resource information on specific topics;
  • Performing tasks as requested by the supervisor as appropriate.

The incumbent will:
- be part of a dynamic team;
- learn about and assist with other programmes in the Staff Counsellors Office as desired and required.

Competencies

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 on-going 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.


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.

Education

To qualify for an internship with the UN Internship programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
(a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
(b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent).

  • 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 a demonstrated 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.
Work Experience

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.

Assessment

Special Notice

The cover note must include:

  • Date of availability.
  • Title of degree you are currently pursuing.
  • Graduation date (when will you be/have graduating/graduated from the programme?).
  • IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
  • Top three areas of interest.
  • Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.

There should be no expectation of employment by the United Nations upon completion of the interns

  • Staff Assistant temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    This position is located in the Deputy Executive Secretary's (DES) office in the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE), based in Geneva, Switzerland. The Staff Assistant is under the direct supervision of the DES.Responsibilities:Within limits of delegated authority, the Staff Assistant is responsible for the following duties:Performs, under mínimal...

  • Humanitarian Intern

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Foreign & Commonwealth Office Vollzeit

    Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)The United Kingdom Mission to the United Nations (UN) in Geneva represents the interests and policies of the UK at the UN. Its Migration and Protracted Crisis Team is recruiting a highly motivated and skilled Humanitarian Intern.Working in the Mission's Humanitarian and Migration Team, the Humanitarian Intern will...

  • Staff Assistant temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    This temporary position is located in the Office of the Chief, Languages Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva. The incumbent reports to the Chief, Languages Service.Responsibilities:Under the supervision of the Chief of the Languages Service, the incumbent will be responsible for the...

  • Intern - Environment Affairs temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.The Convention on...

  • staff assistant

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Independent Institution on Missing Persons in the Syrian Arab Republic (IIMP), Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent reports to the Senior Human Rights Officer, or his/her designee.ResponsibilitiesWithin limits of delegated authority and depending on location, Staff Assistants at this level may be...

  • staff assistant

    vor 4 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Independent Institution on Missing Persons in the Syrian Arab Republic (IIMP), Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent reports to the Senior Human Rights Officer, or his/her designee.ResponsibilitiesWithin limits of delegated authority and depending on location, Staff Assistants at this level may be...

  • Intern - Human Rights temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is the Secretariat Department responsible for strengthening international human rights mechanisms; enhancing equality and countering discrimination; combating impunity and strengthening accountability and the rule of law; integrating human rights in development and in the economic...

  • Intern - Engineering temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is located in the Trade Facilitation Section of the Economic Cooperation and Trade Division, at the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe based in Geneva.Responsibilities:The intern is expected to contribute to the work of the secretariat to the UN Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business as follows:Under the supervision...

  • Wellbeing Counsellor and Head of Years 10

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Ecole Internationale de Genève Vollzeit

    Campus des Nations is the most recent campus in the International School of Geneva Foundation. Located in the heart of Geneva's international quarter, this campus has quickly established itself as an educationally pioneering school committed to putting student learning at the centre of all its activities. Campus des Nations is proud to be an International...

  • Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ PSEA Advisor

    vor 4 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz UNOCHA - Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment Team, Inter-Agency Services Branch, Coordination Division, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Geneva, Switzerland. OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together...

  • human rights officer

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in Europe and Central Asia (ECA) Section, Americas, Europe and Central Asia Branch (AECAB), Field Operations and Technical Cooperation Division (FOTCD) of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Europe and Central Asia...

  • human rights officer

    vor 4 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in Europe and Central Asia (ECA) Section, Americas, Europe and Central Asia Branch (AECAB), Field Operations and Technical Cooperation Division (FOTCD) of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Europe and Central Asia...

  • human rights officer

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis post is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Thematic Engagement, Special Procedures and Right to Development Division (TESPRDD), Development and Economic and Social Issues Branch (DESIB), Right to Development Section at Geneva. The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Right to Development...

  • human rights officer

    vor 3 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis post is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Thematic Engagement, Special Procedures and Right to Development Division (TESPRDD), Development and Economic and Social Issues Branch (DESIB), Right to Development Section at Geneva. The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Right to Development...

  • Intern - Public Information temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is for a duration of 4 to 6 months in the course of 2023 and 2024, with the first position opened from 28 August 2023.This internship is in the Information Unit within the Office of the Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE. The Information Unit is responsible for UNECE communications activities,...

  • Intern - Administration temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship position is located in the Human Resources Team / Business Support Services Unit of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund-Pension Administration (UNJSPF-PA), The UNJSPF is an inter-agency body established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1949. The Pension Fund pays benefits in 17 currencies to more than 80,000 beneficiaries who...

  • Information Systems Assistant temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The CEB Secretariat is an inter-agency entity responsible for supporting the work of the CEB, the longest-standing and highest-level coordination forum of the United Nations system in the areas of programme and management. The CEB is chaired by the UN Secretary-General and is composed of the chief executives of organizations of the UN system. The Secretariat...

  • Assistant Public Information Officer

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Policy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Service of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland. The Associate Public Information Officer reports to the Internal Communications Officer.ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Associate...

  • Assistant Public Information Officer

    vor 4 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Vollzeit

    Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Policy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Service of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland. The Associate Public Information Officer reports to the Internal Communications Officer.ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Associate...

  • Intern - Legal Affairs temporary

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP is the United Nations...