Internship – Management Department (MD) WFP HQ Rome, Italy
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Internship – Management Department (MD)
WFP HQ Rome, Italy
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. We are currently seeking to fill an intern position in the Management Department, based in Rome, Italy.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DIVISION:
WFP’s Management Department has a diverse portfolio that includes planning and performance; financial and risk management; engineering, environmental, and fleet management; and information and telecommunications technology. It is overseen by the Deputy Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer (DED & CFO) who is charged with ensuring effective stewardship and maximizing the impact of WFP resources. The DED & CFO is assisted by a small front office team that provides the professional, technical, and administrative support needed to carry out his mandate.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Title of Post: Internship
- Supervisor: Executive Manager, Management and Inter-Agency Matters
- Unit: Management Department
- Country: Italy
- Duty Station: Rome
- Duration of internship: 3 months extendable
- Expected Start Date: mid-May 2023
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the day-to-day supervision of Executive Manager, Management and Inter-Agency Matters, the candidate will perform the following duties:
- Assist the Executive Manager in liaising with and coordinating information exchanges with the secretariats of WFP’s governance and oversight bodies, namely, the WFP Executive Board, Independent Oversight Advisory Committee and Finance Committee of Food and Agriculture Organization scheduled for 24 and 31 May, 5-7 June, 26-30 June and 12-14 July;
- Complete research assignments that involve compiling data and critically analyzing trends; and
- Undertake any other tasks required, including preparing written materials and notes of meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Currently enrolled with at least two years undergraduate studies completed, or recently graduated (within the past six months) from a recognized university in accounting, finance, business administration, law, international relations, development, technology or a related field;
- University course attendance in the past 12 months;
- Excellent command of English; Working knowledge of a second UN language would be an asset;
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook); and
- Experience in project management is desirable.
REQUIRED SOFT SKILLS/WFP COMPETENCIES
- Interest in governance issues;
- Able to critically review and analyze data and other information;
- Write clearly and concisely for varied purposes and audiences;
- Work accurately at a fast pace and under tight deadlines; and
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and develop productive working relationships.
WORKING LANGUAGES
Working knowledge of English (proficiency/level C) is required.
SUPERVISION (Level/Methods of Supervision)
Under the day-to-day supervision of Executive Manager, Management and Inter-Agency Matters, the incumbent will be provided with close mentoring, guidance and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be elemental part of the supervision. Executive Manager, Office of the DED & CFO will be the formal supervisor. With the support of a comprehensive induction package and assignment of a buddy/mentor, the intern will rapidly become a productive member of the team.
TRAINING COMPONENTS
Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform, WeLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.
LEARNING ELEMENTS
At the end of the assignment, the Intern should understand:
- UN governance structures and processes;
- Scope of business operations of a major operational organization; and
- Scope of accountabilities and responsibilities of a CFO function in a large organization.
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
- VA Reference no: 471375
- Closing Date: 19 March 2023 at 11:59pm Rome time (GMT+1)
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
- Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$1000 per month depending on the duty station of assignment.
- WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
- WFP will reimburse travel ticket for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country.
- WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognized institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.
- Candidates who bear any of the following relations to WFP staff members are not eligible to apply: sons, daughters, brothers or sisters.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
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Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
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