Urwah Admin

United Nations

<div><div><div><div>Work Location
</div><div>New York
</div></div><div><div>Expected duration
</div><div>6 months
</div></div><div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>Background: On 8 September 2022, the General Assembly unanimously adopted resolution 76/306 to establish a UN Youth Office as a dedicated entity for youth affairs within the Secretariat. The UN Youth Office leads the UN's efforts on youth development, focusing on raising international awareness of and bringing attention to promoting youth rights and stronger youth participation in formulating, implementing and evaluating the various development, peace and security, human rights and humanitarian frameworks. Duties and Responsibilities: &bull; Assist in the development of visual communications products such as website blogs and press releases, banners, infographics, newsletters, PowerPoint presentations, and other communications materials, following the Office&rsquo;s visual identity and Organizational brand guidelines. &bull; Assist with the design, planning and execution of social media campaigns, including monitoring and responding to comments and messages. &bull; Create weekly and monthly editorial calendars for social media content and schedule posts accordingly. &bull; Track social media engagement and analyze data to identify high-performing content and opportunities for optimization. &bull; Produce videos and photos of UN Youth Office events. &bull; Support Office meetings, event planning, outreach, announcements and other communication coordination activities. &bull; Perform other duties as required.
</div></div><div><div>Qualifications/special skills
</div><div>(a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent). (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience; however, a field of study that is related to the type of internship is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent), Master's or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. Programme. Good knowledge of social media platforms and scheduling tools, and standard software applications in Microsoft Suite, especially MS Word and MS PowerPoint, is required. Knowledge of graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud is desirable. Knowledge of video editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, or CapCut is desirable. Experience on youth engagement or youth related processes is an asset.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>Intern Specific text
</div><div>Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Communication Intern

<div><div><div><div>Result of Service
</div><div>To advise the CFT Programme on how to develop a training curriculum, deliver technical presentations, and moderate discussions for the effective implementation of two one-week courses on countering the financing of terrorism to take place in Moroni and Riyadh.
</div></div><div><div>Work Location
</div><div>Home-based, with travel to Moroni and Riyadh for one week each.
</div></div><div><div>Expected duration
</div><div>30 working days for each consultant over a period of 6 months.
</div></div><div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>Under the supervision of a Programme Management Officer from the CFT Programme, the two consultants would provide the following guidance to CFT Programme for the two one-week courses of the 30-day (each) consultancy: &bull; Develop a training curriculum and other training material (annotated agenda, PowerPoint presentations, case scenarios, etc.) for the delivery of a one-week course on countering the financing of terrorism, to be implemented in two different locations. The training course will address topics such as, inter alia, public-private partnerships, financial sanctions, asset freezing, international cooperation, new and emerging technologies, investigating and prosecuting terrorism financing, risk assessments and trends. &bull; Implementation of the training courses, to be held Moroni and Riyadh, through the delivery of technical presentations and the facilitation and moderation of discussions and group exercises.
</div></div><div><div>Qualifications/special skills
</div><div>Minimum of 7 years of operational expertise in combating financial crimes,including investigating or prosecuting terrorism-financing cases, is required. Progressive experience in capacity-building activities on preventing financial crimes, especially in risk assessments, domestic coordination, criminal justice, international cooperation, and information sharing, is essential. Experience working with UN bodies or relevant entities on FATF standards and a strong knowledge of UN sanctions are crucial. Experience working with national authorities such as financial intelligence units, law enforcement, finance, foreign affairs, Treasury officials, regulators, supervisors, and private sector entities is desirable. Have proven publications or is part of a community of eminent experts of the field.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div>Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of French and/or Arabic is an advantage.
</div></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><div>PROFESSIONALISM: The candidate should have the following professional competencies. In-depth legal knowledge of and good practical experience in aspects related to combating financial crime and the financing of terrorism and its legal and law enforcement dimensions, as well as financial regulatory systems. Comprehensive knowledge of and exposure to the range of international standards, instruments, mechanisms, approaches, and issues relevant to counter money-laundering and terrorist financing. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant resolutions of the Security Council and the General Assembly, as well as on existing United Nations system entities and their respective mandates, policies, and guidelines, as those relate to suppressing the financing of terrorism. Comprehensive knowledge of FATF standards. Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct comprehensive legal research on a range of issues, including those of a complex nature. Proficiency in drafting and ability to prepare well and under time pressure briefs, opinions, statements, and other written materials. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively, including the ability to produce written reports in a clear and concise style and to deliver presentations to external audiences with language, tone, style, and format tailored to match the audience. Maintains a timely and consistent flow of information with relevant colleagues as necessary. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed and being able to build and maintain effective partnerships. PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION: Skills and ability to coordinate the work of others, work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects. A good understanding of contemporary international relations and the UN system, organization, and interrelationships. If travel is authorized, it will be in Economy Class. Candidates should list all work experience and diplomas in the relevant part of the application. Work experience and diplomas only mentioned in the cover letter will not be considered for screening purposes. Statements must include concrete start and end dates, detailed description of tasks and achievements and whether the experience was obtained in full-time or part-time. Candidates should note that eligibility and fees will be decided based on their submitted application only. There is no option to revise an application after submission. An appointment shall not be granted to a person who is the father, mother, son, daughter, brother, or sister, including step-parents, step-children, and step-siblings of a staff member.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

CONSULTANT(s) (with the Global Coordinated Programme on Detecting, Preventing and Countering the Financing of Terrorism)

<div><div><div><div>Work Location
</div><div>In-person, Manama, Bahrain
</div></div><div><div>Expected duration
</div><div>6 months
</div></div><div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty. The UN-Habitat Country Programme in Bahrain is supporting the efforts of the Government in achieving sustainable urbanization and harnessing on the power of cities as places of opportunities, inclusion and wellbeing for all. UN-Habitat&rsquo;s portfolio in Bahrain is increasingly connected to the climate agenda and focused on urban sustainability. With Bahrain&rsquo;s most recent commitments to the climate goals and specially to reach net zero by 2060, key strategies are anchored in the implementation of the National Afforestation Plan (2022-2035) and its goal to increase the tree count from 1.8 million trees to 3.6 million by 2035, as well as quadruple the mangrove area. UN-Habitat is supporting these efforts in several ways, including through building capacities, developing tools for the design of the urban environment as well as raising awareness. The overall goal of our work is to support the transition towards more sustainable and climate-adapted urban systems, and to improve environmental quality by increasing the quality and use of green public spaces with direct effects on the health and wellbeing of the residents in the Kingdom of Bahrain. In implementing its projects, UN-Habitat and its experts work with key Government institutions to plan, coordinate, implement, and support various activities related to the national programmes. The primary beneficiaries include government authorities and experts, decision-makers, as well as the general public whose awareness is raised and living conditions improved. Responsibilities The intern will work under the supervision of the Head of Country Programme in Bahrain and project managers. He/she will engage on a regular basis with relevant institutions, partners, researchers, to ensure the activities are developed with the inputs of all relevant partners. The intern will be requested to perform the following duties and responsibilities: 1. Understand the urban context in Bahrain and become familiar with the project portfolio of UN-Habitat and its objectives. 2. Assist in the compilation and review of available data and documentation related to the urban afforestation in Bahrain and other relevant areas of work as needed (parks and public spaces, land use, urban density, etc). 3. Support the development of the National-wide Afforestation and Public Spaces Assessment, guidelines, baseline studies, mapping, etc. 4. Support the data collection on public spaces, smart cities applications as needed. 5. Help with visual design work, mapping, and drawings and urban analysis. 6. Work alongside the team to share input for awareness-raising campaigns and contribute to community engagement events and trainings. 7. Aid in the preparation of reports and presentations, taking notes as needed. Provide support and help as necessary in the preparation of new projects and assist in preparing information briefs, presentations and administrative papers work for these new projects.
</div></div><div><div>Qualifications/special skills
</div><div>Applicants must at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent), c. Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent. Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite). Have demonstrated a 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 includes a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Preferred areas of study: Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban Design, Environment Studies, Marine Studies, or related fields. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master&rsquo;s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor&rsquo;s, Master&rsquo;s or Ph.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Experience in organizing, curating, and/or participating in events related to urban issues is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship position, fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><div>Do you have any previous UN internship experience? If yes, please indicate the UN entity and the specific dates.
</div></div><div><div>Intern Specific text
</div><div>Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Urban and Environmental Design Intern (2 posts)

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Communication Intern

CONSULTANT(s) (with the Global Coordinated Programme on Detecting, Preventing and Countering the Financing of Terrorism)

Urban and Environmental Design Intern (2 posts)

FIELD SECURITY COORDINATION OFFICER, P3