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Programme Management Intern (Home-based) at United Nations · New York

InternshipRemoteFull-timeNew York, NY

Skills

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Job Description

Background

The Duty Station for this internship is New York, USA, whereas the internship itself is home-based. The intern can work from any location remotely.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

As the lead United Nations agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnerships and institutional capabilities to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

As outlined in the UNDP Strategic Plan 2026-2029, UNDP’s work is guided by four strategic objectives that together define our contribution to human development: expanding prosperity for all, strengthening effective governance, safeguarding a healthy planet and building crisis resilience. These objectives are enabled by three accelerators that drive transformative impact across our portfolio: digital and AI innovation, gender equality and sustainable finance. Through this integrated approach, UNDP supports countries to deliver tangible improvements in people’s lives and to advance sustainable development at scale.

UNDP, through its Sustainable Finance Hub (SFH) (https://sdgfinance.undp.org/), supports partners in promoting financing for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As an accelerator of the UNDP Strategic Plan, sustainable finance strengthens countries’ ability to mobilize, align and deploy finance at scale for national priorities. UNDP supports international and country level policy reform as a catalyst for system-wide change, stronger policy environments, better-functioning markets and more coherent financing strategies for sustainable development. SFH work is delivered through three interconnected portfolios: 1) Public Finance for the SDGs; 2) Private Finance for the SDGs; and 3) Global & Country Financing Policy Frameworks.

You can visit the Sustainable Finance Hub website for more information.

The Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking (FAST) Initiative, a flagship programme of the SFH, focuses on mobilizing the financial sector to contribute to the achievement of SDG 8.7, which seeks to eradicate forced labor, end modern slavery, and human trafficking. FAST has entered its third phase (2024–2030), emphasizing sustainable finance solutions and targeted interventions in high-risk countries.

The Programme Management Intern will support FAST's critical activities by assisting in programme management, event coordination, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects addressing modern slavery and trafficking through innovative financing mechanisms.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Programme Management intern will work under direct supervision of the FAST Initiative Project Coordinator, and with guidance from from the Sustainable Finance Programme Manager, and. S/he will also work in close collaboration with other SFH team members ,and with the Business and Human Rights colleagues. The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:

Programme Management Support

Support day-to-day programme coordination, planning, and implementation of activities in line with agreed workplans and timelines.
Assist in tracking deliverables, deadlines, action points, and follow-up with internal and external stakeholders.
Support the preparation, review, and organization of programme documents, briefs, presentations, meeting notes, and reporting inputs.
Maintain updated programme records, contact lists, calendars, and filing systems to support effective coordination and knowledge management.
Assist with logistical, administrative, and operational arrangements related to programme activities, including procurement, travel, vendor coordination, and documentation, as needed.
Support the organization of in-person, virtual, and hybrid consultations, roundtables, bilateral meetings, and events.
Help monitor implementation progress, identify bottlenecks, and support timely follow-up to ensure smooth delivery of programme activities.

Research and Knowledge Management Support

Conduct background research and desk reviews to support the development of knowledge products, briefs, presentations, reports, and other programme materials.
Assist in collecting, organizing, and synthesizing information from consultations, meetings, events, research papers, policy documents, and stakeholder inputs.
Support the documentation of key insights, recommendations, lessons learned, and stakeholder commitments emerging from consultations and programme activities.
Assist in drafting event debriefs, outcome reports, research summaries, presentations, talking points, and communication materials for internal and external audiences.
Support the development, organization, and maintenance of knowledge repositories, including research materials, tools, guidance notes, templates, and stakeholder resources.
Support knowledge-sharing across internal platforms, including the Intranet, Viva Engage, Teams, and SharePoint.
Assist in creating and maintaining Intranet pages, Teams channels, SharePoint folders, and resource kits, including slide decks, promotional materials, follow-up materials, and training resources.
Help ensure knowledge products and resources are clearly organized, accessible, up to date, and aligned with programme priorities.
Support communications planning and content development to promote knowledge products, research outputs, and programme activities through social media, email, events, websites, and internal platforms.

Administrative Support:

Support implementation of FAST workplan through document preparation and process management
Maintain detailed records, and contribute to staff meetings and progress reports for FAST project activities.

Competencies

Self-starter,calm, composed, and patient
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and good interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently, and in an entrepreneurial setting
Ability to work and deliver under pressure
Demonstrates and promotes the highest standard of integrity, impartiality, fairness and incorruptibility in all matters affecting his/her work and status.
Demonstrates a high level of responsibility and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Required Skills and Experience

The Duty Station for this internship is New York, USA, whereas the internship itself is home-based. The intern can work from any location remotely.

Education:

Field of study required: international development, international relations, finance, economics, political affairs, sustainable finance, or any related field.

Eligibility:

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’ degree or equivalent);
Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.

Experience:

Experience in data analysis, demonstrated through university coursework is desired.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in organizational management or project management, preferably within international organizations or similar settings is highly desired.
A Minimum of 1 year of experience in programme management and knowledge management, preferably in sustainable finance or sustainable development through either academic coursework/research and/or professional experience is highly desired.
Experience with multilateral organizations or bilateral donor agencies is desired.
Knowledge of and/or familiarity in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking through coursework and/or professional experience is an asset.

IT skills:

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of products is required
Familiar with data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, R, etc.) is desired.

Language skills:

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Knowledge of another UN language, especially French, is desirable

Main Internship Conditions:

More information about internship can be found here: https://popp.undp.org/policy-page/internship

Seleceted candidate will need to provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan before the internship takes place.
UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship.
Interns may be given a stipend according to UNDP Internship Policy: the stipend is to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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