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The Data Analytics Intern position is located in the OneHR Team in the Global Strategy and Policy Division (GSPD) within the Office of Human Resources (OHR), Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). The OneHR Team is seeking a passionate young person who is an innovative doer and thinker and interested in making a difference for a better world.
The internship is for three months with an opportunity for extension to no longer than six months, depending on the needs of the department.
The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the office where they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Data Analytics Intern may be responsible for the following duties:
• Design and develop KPI and analytics dashboards.
• Assist in monitoring performance against said indicators.
• Update website content and make proposals on improvements.
• Interact with clients on service performance.
• Support the improvement of automated processes for the analysis of compensation elements.
• Assist in developing and testing new features for salary calculations tools.
• Participates in meetings of the team.
• Assist with presentations and drafting of documents
• Assists with drafting reports based on quantitative research and analysis.
• Takes on other special projects as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism: Self-starter that can complete assignments with minimal guidance. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
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 United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:
• 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) in human resources, statistics, analytics, computer science, visualization; or,
(b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent) in human resources, statistics, analytics, computer science, visualization.
• 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 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
No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
Experience in a statistics, HR or analytics role is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
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.
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship.
A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
•Title of degree you are currently pursuing
•Graduation date (when you will be graduating from the programme/when did you graduate from the programme)
•IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
•Top three areas of interest.
•Explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme
•Explanation of why you think you are the best candidate for this role
In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, data analysis experience and software used, and three references.
Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.