Job Description
Background
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.
UNDP’s mission is helping to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and exclusion, and build resilience so countries can sustain progress. As the UN’s development agency, UNDP plays a critical role in helping countries achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

The UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa (UNDP WACA) covers 24 countries, ranging from high and middle-income economies to least developed countries and countries in crisis and post-crisis situations. UNDP works with its national counterparts in the sub-region to support the implementation of national development priorities and achieve the sustainable development goals.
One of the UNDP WACA flagships is its Regional Stabilization Facility, which it has been implementing in the Lake Chad Basin Region since 2019 and in the Liptako Gourma Region since 2021. The overall objective of these projects is to reduce the risk of violence in the target areas in order to enable the implementation of longer-term peacebuilding, recovery and development program. These projects aim to stop the spiral of insecurity, forced displacement and conflict and to strengthen social cohesion.
Gender inequality remains a major barrier to human development , and at the epicenter of all these challenges. Girls and women have made major strides, but they have not yet gained gender equity. The disadvantages facing women and girls are a major source of inequality. And all too often, women and girls are discriminated against in health, education, political representation, labor market, etc.—with negative consequences for development of their capabilities and their freedom of choice.
Gender Equality is one of the core objectives of UNDP and is implemented throughout the organization in a two-pronged approach: mainstreaming gender in all core practices; and dedicated interventions that empower women and promote gender equality, for example through the Gender Seal , the Gender Marker, the Gender in Stabilization Guidance Note and knowledge management.

The Gender and Stabilization intern will support with knowledge management as such it will support with the collection of best-practices, and a community of practice. Moreover, the intern will assist with the reporting, communication, planning and implementation of activities that fall under the Stabilization program. This internship position is remunerated.


Duties and Responsibilities
Under the guidance and supervision of the Gender Specialist, the Gender and Stabilization intern will provide support as follows:
• Support with knowledge management, such as the collection of the gender best-practices, bi-monthly gender meetings with the stabilization gender focal points
• In cooperation with the Regional Bureau for Africa, assist with the development of a community of practice.
• Support with drafting progress reports, concept notes and terms of reference (inter-agency) meeting minutes, as well as proofreading technical documents.
• Support with the monitoring of the Stabilization programme implementation, with a focus on the gender related activities
• Assist in preparing (mid-annual) reports, proofread and provide feedback.
• Support the communications team in carrying out ongoing activities (event coverage, banners, various communications media, etc.).
During the assignment, the intern will gain experience in:
• Knowledge Management;
• Gender Equality;
• Drafting and preparation of reports and minutes;
• Programme Management at a regional level, and understanding its complexities;
• Hands-on planning and implementation of stabilization programs, and gender activities;
• Gender mainstreaming in large, multi-country programs.


Competencies
• Team-player;
• Creativity and innovative thinking;
• Good planning and coordination skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Attention to critical details;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;


Required Skills and Experience
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’s 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.


Education
Current student in a higher education program, or recently graduated, in the field of social sciences, gender studies, international relations, economics, conflict studies, or humanitarian action.
Experience
• Existing expertise/ knowledge on Gender or Stabilization
• Knowledge of the context in West Africa.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in reviewing, proofreading, and editing proposals/decks.


Language
Language proficiency in English and French. Excellent proficiency in one, and working-knowledge of the other is required.
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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