Result of Service The consultant’s work will result in effective delivery of training of women entrepreneurs and their hands on training to onboard on e-commerce platform. Accountability The consultant will be professionally accountable to the Deputy Head of UNESCAP SSWA Office and will work according to the agreed TOR, within the overall parameters set out in this document. Work Location Remotely Expected duration 1 month Duties and Responsibilities UNESCAP SSWA seeks services of a web designer to update the website with updated e-learning course and Wesellonline platform. The responsibilities expected includes the following: • Update and maintain web pages as required. • Manage VPS hosting of the website for one years • Handle domain registration for wesellonline.org for one year with SSL. • Configure an e-learning course with certification functionality on Moodle. • Set up and manage the database for the WordPress website design. • Develop functionality to authenticate registered users and implement minor changes in layout and design. • Enable Google Analytics for in-depth reporting and performance tracking. • Provide technical support for three months post-completion of work. • Implement auto-backup settings and retrieval of master backup data. • Prepare a summary of number of people visited website, created account, completed e-learning course, transacted business and any other statistics important for reporting. • Address any other related matters as needed. Qualifications/special skills A first-level university degree in computer science, IT, or web development, related fields. A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in website development for publications. Languages An excellent command of the English language and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Additional Information Consultancy fee: The consultancy fee is USD 4000.00- payable upon completion of the outlined outputs. The payment will be structured as follows:  Part 1 – USD 2,000.00 will be payable upon demonstration of a functioning frontend and backend of wesellonline.org, including the updated online e-learning module.  Part 2 – USD 2,000.00 will be payable upon the setup of VPS hosting for one year and renewal of the domain for one year with SSL. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the India Technology Hub (ITH), Information Technology Service (ITS), in New Delhi, India. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Head, ITH and the overall guidance of the Chief of the Information Technology Service. The ITH is a core pillar in the delivery of solutions under the UN Secretariat Information and Communications Technology (ICT) strategy. ITH/ITS supports the Business and Administrative Solutions Team (BAST/ITS) with the development and support of administrative software solutions for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will take a leading role in the development and implementation of IT solutions for the Business and Administrative Solutions Team (BAST). Responsibilities • Review clients' product demands, develop project plans, and ensure implementations are completed on time, within budget and meet client expectations, liaise closely with technical teams. • Proactively communicate regularly with all clients to explore high-level support within the framework of the Service Level Agreement and address any difficulties they may be facing. • Manage requirements by assisting in identifying, documenting, prioritizing, and agreeing on requirements and communicating to relevant stakeholders. • Provide risk management by measuring or assessing risk and developing strategies for its governance. • Provide substantive support for change management by identifying, documenting, prioritizing, and communicating changes to project management scope and communicating them to relevant stakeholders. • Ensure provision of release management through identification, documentation, prioritization and agreement of software releases and communication with relevant stakeholders. • Ensure involvement in product demonstrations, scoping of projects and developing proposals. • Proactively keep all channels of communication with clients open. Communicate with clients on relevant Virtual Community platforms. • Provide problem management including categorization and service levels. Handle client complaints or major incidents effectively. Investigate and solve clients' problems and bring to the attention of the Support Team. • Participate in developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets. Assist in assuring that deviations from project schedule are addressed and communicated, assist in developing timely project status reports, monitoring project risk factors and escalating project issues. • Lead the design and implement system modules using PowerApps, SharePoint and Power Automate. • Test and debug developed modules and scripts. • Document the developed components and share them with other team members. • Update the development databases, tracking tools and timelines as appropriate. • Prepare status reports on progress made and participate in the preparation of the team's overall status report. • Develop reusable components for use within several systems and across different projects and teams. • Lead the testing and evaluation of new tools and technologies and make recommendations on the adaptation of such tools to the immediate supervisor. • Participate in training users on developed systems and in preparing user documentation. Review and advise on the use of new technologies that will enhance the productivity. • Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Perform any other work-related duties as required. Competencies Professionalism: Has ability to perform analysis, modelling, and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Education High school diploma or equivalent is required. Any related certification in Power Platform is desirable. Job - Specific Qualification Any related certification in Power Platform is desirable Work Experience A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in software development using Power Platform services, including PowerApps, Power Automate, and PowerBI is required. The minimum number of years of relevant experience is reduced to eight for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in development and maintenance of web applications within SharePoint on Office 365 is required. Prior experience of working with any United Nations or any Development Sector Organization is desirable. Prior experience with Lotus Notes application development and Domino server administration is desirable. Knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and database query languages is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The movement of staff members from the General Service and related categories to the Professional category in the United Nations Secretariat is exclusively allowed through the Young Professionals Programme competitive examinations. Only a few staff members pass the competitive examinations. Passing the competitive examinations does not guarantee movement to the Professional category. For further information, please visit https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=GP United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the India Technology Hub (ITH), Information Technology Service (ITS), in New Delhi, India. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Head, ITH and the overall guidance of the Chief of the Information Technology Service. The ITH is a core pillar in the delivery of solutions under the UN Secretariat Information and Communications Technology (ICT) strategy. ITH/ITS supports the Business and Administrative Solutions Team (BAST/ITS) with the development and support of administrative software solutions for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will take a leading role in the development and implementation of IT solutions for the Business and Administrative Solutions Team (BAST). Responsibilities • Review clients' product demands, develop project plans, and ensure implementations are completed on time, within budget and meet client expectations, liaise closely with technical teams. • Proactively communicate regularly with all clients to explore high-level support within the framework of the Service Level Agreement and address any difficulties they may be facing. • Manage requirements by assisting in identifying, documenting, prioritizing, and agreeing on requirements and communicating to relevant stakeholders. • Provide risk management by measuring or assessing risk and developing strategies for its governance. • Provide substantive support for change management by identifying, documenting, prioritizing, and communicating changes to project management scope and communicating them to relevant stakeholders. • Ensure provision of release management through identification, documentation, prioritization and agreement of software releases and communication with relevant stakeholders. • Ensure involvement in product demonstrations, scoping of projects and developing proposals. • Proactively keep all channels of communication with clients open. Communicate with clients on relevant Virtual Community platforms. • Provide problem management including categorization and service levels. Handle client complaints or major incidents effectively. Investigate and solve clients' problems and bring to the attention of the Support Team. • Participate in developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets. Assist in assuring that deviations from project schedule are addressed and communicated, assist in developing timely project status reports, monitoring project risk factors and escalating project issues. • Lead the design and implement system modules using PowerApps, SharePoint and Power Automate. • Test and debug developed modules and scripts. • Document the developed components and share them with other team members. • Update the development databases, tracking tools and timelines as appropriate. • Prepare status reports on progress made and participate in the preparation of the team's overall status report. • Develop reusable components for use within several systems and across different projects and teams. • Lead the testing and evaluation of new tools and technologies and make recommendations on the adaptation of such tools to the immediate supervisor. • Participate in training users on developed systems and in preparing user documentation. Review and advise on the use of new technologies that will enhance the productivity. • Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Perform any other work-related duties as required. Competencies Professionalism: Has ability to perform analysis, modelling, and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Education High school diploma or equivalent is required. Any related certification in Power Platform is desirable. Job - Specific Qualification Any related certification in Power Platform is desirable Work Experience A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in software development using Power Platform services, including PowerApps, Power Automate, and PowerBI is required. The minimum number of years of relevant experience is reduced to eight for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in development and maintenance of web applications within SharePoint on Office 365 is required. Prior experience of working with any United Nations or any Development Sector Organization is desirable. Prior experience with Lotus Notes application development and Domino server administration is desirable. Knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and database query languages is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The movement of staff members from the General Service and related categories to the Professional category in the United Nations Secretariat is exclusively allowed through the Young Professionals Programme competitive examinations. Only a few staff members pass the competitive examinations. Passing the competitive examinations does not guarantee movement to the Professional category. For further information, please visit https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=GP United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Result of Service In close coordination with United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) India Office, the consultant is expected to achieve the following outputs: Output-1: Develop new and strengthen existing partnerships with stakeholders in Air Quality Action Forum (AQAF) and ensure its alignment with the objectives of UNEP and donor. Output-2: Engagement with stakeholders working on air pollution in India to prepare outcome reports Output-3: Develop and implement a strategy for communication & awareness for AQAF Performance indicators for evaluation of outputs: Efficient completion of the deliverables as stipulated and evaluated by UN Environment Programme for completeness and quality. Work Location Home Based – India Expected duration 16 months (part-time) Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP India office helps to implement its global and regional programmes in the country by initiating, coordinating and catalyzing action in response to environmental problems and emergencies. Air pollution is a matter of high concern globally and in India because of its impact on public health, crop production, weather, climate, ecosystems, heritage, and economic productivity and efficiency. The World Air Quality Report 2019 indicates that with respect to the ambient concentrations of PM2.5, half of the world’s 50 most polluted cities are in India. However, air pollution is not only an urban issue; as air is a free-flowing entity, increasing impacts of degrading air quality are felt at a regional scale in India, particularly over the Indo-Gangetic plains. Given the number of stakeholders working on this important issue, it is important that they are brought together to synergize and effectively channelize resources towards the common goal of air quality management. With this in mind, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), with support from the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) launched a national action-oriented Air Quality Action Forum (AQAF), in 2019, for facilitating coordination and support to the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and its objectives. Paytm Foundation has furthered its support to the AQAF with the objectives of supporting actions for improving air quality in India. The consultant will serve as the partnership focal point to coordinate with different stakeholders including government officials, civil society organizations, research organizations, inter-governmental organizations, multilateral organizations, private sector, funding agencies and philanthropic organizations, to develop and strengthen existing partnerships for effective implementation of national clean air programme. The consultant will report to Head, UNEP India Country Office. Qualifications/special skills • An advanced university degree in communication, media, public relations or related areas is required. • At least 5 years of experience in designing and delivering projects is required. • Extensive experience in multi-faceted verticals of communications, outreach and PR and a minimum of 3 years with a reputed development agency or leading the communication team of a reputed organization with global exposure and cross-functional teams is desirable • Experience in forging strategic partnership with philanthropic organizations for supporting the establishment of a multi-stakeholder forum on air pollution, and steering to achieving planned objectives. • Experience in the usage of multiple media platforms is required. • Demonstrated experience in developing communication and stakeholder engagement strategies, advocacy plans, media engagement etc. especially related to environmental issues required. • Extensive experience in Marketing and PR for events, conferences, seminars, workshops, promotional launches, and personalities. • Working experience in a multicultural environment including United Nations desirable. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: • Ability for problem-solving, multi-tasking, meeting deadlines and working under pressure, strong follow-up skills. • Management skills with knowledge in outreach and PR from a reputed institution. • Ability to support the donor to enhance programme effectiveness. Ability to capture, develop, share, and effectively use information and knowledge. • Competency to engage with multiple stakeholders and coordinate their activities. • Ability to create visibility for AQAF and its partners. • Excellent organizational, general administration, time management skills. • Facilitating quality programme implementation. • Excellent analytical skills. • Excellent communication and writing skills. • Coordinating skills between diverse agencies. • Expertise in forging alliances and partnerships, business development, marketing & communications. • Expertise in creating community/ public/ organizational awareness of the projects through PR/ media promotion/seminars/ workshops/ direct approach. • Ability to undertake resource mobilization for new initiatives. • Skills in facilitating consultations, workshops, and stakeholder/ grass-roots engagements, and capturing feedback. • Excellent writing, communication and liaison skills. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. Additional Information Not available. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Org. Setting and Reporting These posts are primarily found in the Finance and Budget Section of the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, Special Political Missions and Service Centers as applicable. The Finance and Budget Assistant, FS-5, usually reports to the Finance and Budget Officer. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Finance and Budget Assistant will perform the following tasks: • Assists with the preparation of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of mission resourcing requirements such as staff and non-staff requirements, including programmatic aspects. • Assists, reviews and revises data with respect to the finalization of the budget proposals as well as Result Based Budgeting inputs. • Assists with support to Programme/Fund Center managers (Substantive and Support Sections) with respect to the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions. • Supports the administration and monitoring of extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, issuance of allotments and ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures. • Processes the redeployment of funds in accordance with the established procedures. • Supports review activities in ensuring the efficient and effective use of budgetary resources through robust monitoring of budget utilization to the approved budget and timely provision of information to management for decision making. • Assists with the preparation of budget performance reports, ensuring that correct and accurate data/information is provided by the various Programme/ Fund Center managers in compliance with the Controller's instructions. • Assists with the review and finalization of performance reports, ensuring valid and adequate variance explanations between approved budgets and actual expenditures. • Provides support to Fund Center managers for the year-end reviews of budget commitments in accordance with established criteria. • Monitors clients' accounts to identify outstanding debts, planning and implementing a course of action to recover outstanding payments • Provides advice, financial interpretations, adaptations and corrective actions in response to audits and other queries to ensure adherence to the UN Financial Regulations and Rules, Staff Rules, Administrative Instructions, Bulletins and Circulars under the supervision/guidance of the supervisor. • Carries out duties consistent with the financial delegation in adherence with the UN Regulations and Rules. • Assists in planning, monitoring and reporting of financial and operational performance. • Assists with the preparation of the year-end financial statements. • Monitors extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures. • Assists with the processing of invoices and payments for providing goods or services. • Assists in reviewing the payment documents to ensure compliance with the Financial Regulations and Rules and administrative directives, and check against purchase orders and other commitment documents to ensure consistency and accuracy. • Processes payment to staff, uniformed personnel and implementing partners. • Investigates erroneous accounting charges and takes appropriate corrective accounting actions. • Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns, and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Documents requirements and background information used for data analysis. • Drafts correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme/project administration, including work plan and budgets, revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit's contributions for a variety of periodic reports. • Performs other duties as assigned. Competencies Professionalism: Sound knowledge of financial principles and practices; Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations; ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making; 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. Demonstrates commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. 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 High school diploma or equivalent is required. Job - Specific Qualification Not available. Work Experience At least 8 years of progressively responsible in accounting, budgeting, or financial management is required. The minimum year of relevant experience is reduced to five years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in cost management, budget formulation, financial monitoring, accounting, audit, financial reporting or other related areas is required. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English or French is required. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise. Special Notice The United Nations Secretariat maintains rosters of qualified and available candidates to fill anticipated job openings in the United Nations Secretariat. The purpose of this job opening is to generate a list of qualified candidates for inclusion in the Finance and Budget Assistant FS5 roster. The entire assessment process takes an average of four months; all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful) within 14 days of the conclusion of the process. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies open only to roster members. Roster membership does not guarantee selection. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an email acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Need Help?" link. United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Org. Setting and Reporting These posts are primarily found in the Finance and Budget Section of the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, Special Political Missions and Service Centers as applicable. The Finance and Budget Assistant, FS-5, usually reports to the Finance and Budget Officer. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Finance and Budget Assistant will perform the following tasks: • Assists with the preparation of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of mission resourcing requirements such as staff and non-staff requirements, including programmatic aspects. • Assists, reviews and revises data with respect to the finalization of the budget proposals as well as Result Based Budgeting inputs. • Assists with support to Programme/Fund Center managers (Substantive and Support Sections) with respect to the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions. • Supports the administration and monitoring of extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, issuance of allotments and ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures. • Processes the redeployment of funds in accordance with the established procedures. • Supports review activities in ensuring the efficient and effective use of budgetary resources through robust monitoring of budget utilization to the approved budget and timely provision of information to management for decision making. • Assists with the preparation of budget performance reports, ensuring that correct and accurate data/information is provided by the various Programme/ Fund Center managers in compliance with the Controller's instructions. • Assists with the review and finalization of performance reports, ensuring valid and adequate variance explanations between approved budgets and actual expenditures. • Provides support to Fund Center managers for the year-end reviews of budget commitments in accordance with established criteria. • Monitors clients' accounts to identify outstanding debts, planning and implementing a course of action to recover outstanding payments • Provides advice, financial interpretations, adaptations and corrective actions in response to audits and other queries to ensure adherence to the UN Financial Regulations and Rules, Staff Rules, Administrative Instructions, Bulletins and Circulars under the supervision/guidance of the supervisor. • Carries out duties consistent with the financial delegation in adherence with the UN Regulations and Rules. • Assists in planning, monitoring and reporting of financial and operational performance. • Assists with the preparation of the year-end financial statements. • Monitors extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures. • Assists with the processing of invoices and payments for providing goods or services. • Assists in reviewing the payment documents to ensure compliance with the Financial Regulations and Rules and administrative directives, and check against purchase orders and other commitment documents to ensure consistency and accuracy. • Processes payment to staff, uniformed personnel and implementing partners. • Investigates erroneous accounting charges and takes appropriate corrective accounting actions. • Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns, and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Documents requirements and background information used for data analysis. • Drafts correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme/project administration, including work plan and budgets, revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit's contributions for a variety of periodic reports. • Performs other duties as assigned. Competencies Professionalism: Sound knowledge of financial principles and practices; Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations; ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making; 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. Demonstrates commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. 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 High school diploma or equivalent is required. Job - Specific Qualification Not available. Work Experience At least 8 years of progressively responsible in accounting, budgeting, or financial management is required. The minimum year of relevant experience is reduced to five years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in cost management, budget formulation, financial monitoring, accounting, audit, financial reporting or other related areas is required. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English or French is required. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise. Special Notice The United Nations Secretariat maintains rosters of qualified and available candidates to fill anticipated job openings in the United Nations Secretariat. The purpose of this job opening is to generate a list of qualified candidates for inclusion in the Finance and Budget Assistant FS5 roster. The entire assessment process takes an average of four months; all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful) within 14 days of the conclusion of the process. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies open only to roster members. Roster membership does not guarantee selection. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an email acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Need Help?" link. United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Work Location In person, New Delhi Expected duration 3 Months Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Information Centers (UNICs) belong to the Information Centres Services (ICS), Campaigns and Country Operations Division (CCOD) of the Department of Global Communications (DGC). The UNICs are the principal sources of information about the United Nations system in the countries where they are located. They are also responsible for promoting greater public understanding of, and supports the aims and activities of, the United Nations by disseminating information on the work of the Organization to people everywhere, especially in developing countries. This internship is located in the United Nations Information Centre in New Delhi, India. The internship is UNPAID. UN interns work full-time, five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. Interns are expected to perform the following duties: • conduct research for various UN events and campaigns. Support the implementation of UN campaigns and events. • provide organizing and logistical support for UNIC events and activities. • assist in media monitoring. • assist in preparing communications materials, including public events, web articles, social media posts, and media relations. • assist in organizing, selecting, and use film/video footage for social media and feature stories. • Draft content for the website and social media platforms. • fulfill other UNIC responsibilities at the request of UNIC colleagues, as needed and based on the individual’s background. Qualifications/special skills Please note that to qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, 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); or, b. Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent) Applicants must also: -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 UN Charter. -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. “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.” “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. 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.” Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English is required. Additional Information A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: - Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?) - Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?) - List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. - List your top three areas of interest. - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. - Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Intern Specific text 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. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Work Location In person, New Delhi Expected duration 3 Months Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Information Centers (UNICs) belong to the Information Centres Services (ICS), Campaigns and Country Operations Division (CCOD) of the Department of Global Communications (DGC). The UNICs are the principal sources of information about the United Nations system in the countries where they are located. They are also responsible for promoting greater public understanding of, and supports the aims and activities of, the United Nations by disseminating information on the work of the Organization to people everywhere, especially in developing countries. This internship is located in the United Nations Information Centre in New Delhi, India. The internship is UNPAID. UN interns work full-time, five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. Interns are expected to perform the following duties: • conduct research for various UN events and campaigns. Support the implementation of UN campaigns and events. • provide organizing and logistical support for UNIC events and activities. • assist in media monitoring. • assist in preparing communications materials, including public events, web articles, social media posts, and media relations. • assist in organizing, selecting, and use film/video footage for social media and feature stories. • Draft content for the website and social media platforms. • fulfill other UNIC responsibilities at the request of UNIC colleagues, as needed and based on the individual’s background. Qualifications/special skills Please note that to qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, 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); or, b. Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent) Applicants must also: -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 UN Charter. -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. “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.” “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. 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.” Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English is required. Additional Information A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: - Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?) - Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?) - List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. - List your top three areas of interest. - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. - Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Intern Specific text 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. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Result of Service The goal of this role is to provide reliable administrative coordination of programme/project planning and preparation activities, as well as general office support services, including translation. Work Location Dili, Timor Leste Expected duration initial 3 months, with possibility of extension Duties and Responsibilities Organizational Setting: Within its Division for Market Development (DMD), the Strategies & Policy for Trade and Investment Section (SPTI) is the International Trade Centre’s (ITC) focal point for improving and creating a conducive business environment for the benefit of exporters in developing and transition economies. The SPTI Section contributes to enhancing exporters’ competitiveness through technical assistance in specific areas relating to trade and investment policy and facilitation. Since October 2023, the ITC is implementing a 3-years project funded by the European Union in Timor-Leste: “Supporting Regional Integration and Trade”. The main objective of the project is to contribute to Timor-Leste’s economic integration and trade in the world and in the Southeast Asia region. This will be achieved through supporting Timor-Leste’s accessions and post-accessions to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and the European Union-Pacific (EU-P) Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). In doing so, the project aims to further develop Timor-Leste’s economy and dynamize the private sector through a better integration in the multilateral trading system. The project is implemented under the leadership of the Cabinet of the Vice-Minister for ASEAN Affairs (VMAA). Other main stakeholders within the government are the Cabinet of the coordinating minister for Economic Affairs (MCAE) and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MCI). Additional project counterparts include the National Parliament, the Private Sector, and the Civil Society. While the overall objective of the project is to contribute to Timor-Leste’s economic integration in the Southeast Asia region through the ASEAN and EU-P EPA accessions and in the world through WTO accession and post-accession, the specific objective of the Action is to promote economic development and diversification through trade. Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the National Coordinator and the general guidance of the Project Manager at ITC Headquarters in Geneva, the Project Support Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Assists in the coordination of project planning and preparation work for project initiatives; monitors status of project proposals and receipt of relevant documentation for review and approval. • Maintain proper filing systems (hard copy and digital) related to rules, regulations, instructions, and project activities. • Compiles, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific project and related topics or issues. • Serves as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with a diverse organizational units to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, e.g. recruitment, travel arrangements, training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc. • Compiles, summarizes and enters data on project delivery; drafts related status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, budget overruns, etc., and brings to the attention of management. • Drafts correspondence, updates periodic reports, briefing notes, graphic and statistical summaries, spreadsheets, etc. • Provides general office assistance; responds to complex information requests and inquiries; reviews, logs and routes incoming correspondence; sets up and maintains files/records; organizes meetings, workshops; handles routine administrative tasks • Assist the National Country Coordinator in taking minutes of internal and meetings with government counterparts and other stakeholders and ensure proper filing and recordkeeping of these minutes. • Provide support in the translation and editing of media releases, reports, event invitations, and other key communication materials between English, Portuguese, and Tetum. • Assist in drafting, translating, scheduling, and posting social media content and updates (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), ensuring alignment with project milestones • Maintain records of media coverage and social media engagement analytics. • Performs other duties as assigned. Copyright Clause: The Consultant has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required. Qualifications/special skills High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area. The minimum number of years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in translations is desirable. Experience of working in/with UN, international, donor organizations desirable. Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, database packages and spreadsheets. Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Ability to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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. 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. Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Languages Advanced knowledge of English and Tetum is required. Knowledge of Portuguese is desirable. Additional Information This vacancy is open for locally residing nationals of Timor Leste ONLY. This contract will be administered on behalf of ITC by UNOPS. Applicants must be authorized to work in the duty station where the position is located. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Result of Service The goal of this role is to provide reliable administrative coordination of programme/project planning and preparation activities, as well as general office support services, including translation. Work Location Dili, Timor Leste Expected duration initial 3 months, with possibility of extension Duties and Responsibilities Organizational Setting: Within its Division for Market Development (DMD), the Strategies & Policy for Trade and Investment Section (SPTI) is the International Trade Centre’s (ITC) focal point for improving and creating a conducive business environment for the benefit of exporters in developing and transition economies. The SPTI Section contributes to enhancing exporters’ competitiveness through technical assistance in specific areas relating to trade and investment policy and facilitation. Since October 2023, the ITC is implementing a 3-years project funded by the European Union in Timor-Leste: “Supporting Regional Integration and Trade”. The main objective of the project is to contribute to Timor-Leste’s economic integration and trade in the world and in the Southeast Asia region. This will be achieved through supporting Timor-Leste’s accessions and post-accessions to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and the European Union-Pacific (EU-P) Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). In doing so, the project aims to further develop Timor-Leste’s economy and dynamize the private sector through a better integration in the multilateral trading system. The project is implemented under the leadership of the Cabinet of the Vice-Minister for ASEAN Affairs (VMAA). Other main stakeholders within the government are the Cabinet of the coordinating minister for Economic Affairs (MCAE) and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MCI). Additional project counterparts include the National Parliament, the Private Sector, and the Civil Society. While the overall objective of the project is to contribute to Timor-Leste’s economic integration in the Southeast Asia region through the ASEAN and EU-P EPA accessions and in the world through WTO accession and post-accession, the specific objective of the Action is to promote economic development and diversification through trade. Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the National Coordinator and the general guidance of the Project Manager at ITC Headquarters in Geneva, the Project Support Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Assists in the coordination of project planning and preparation work for project initiatives; monitors status of project proposals and receipt of relevant documentation for review and approval. • Maintain proper filing systems (hard copy and digital) related to rules, regulations, instructions, and project activities. • Compiles, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific project and related topics or issues. • Serves as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with a diverse organizational units to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, e.g. recruitment, travel arrangements, training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc. • Compiles, summarizes and enters data on project delivery; drafts related status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, budget overruns, etc., and brings to the attention of management. • Drafts correspondence, updates periodic reports, briefing notes, graphic and statistical summaries, spreadsheets, etc. • Provides general office assistance; responds to complex information requests and inquiries; reviews, logs and routes incoming correspondence; sets up and maintains files/records; organizes meetings, workshops; handles routine administrative tasks • Assist the National Country Coordinator in taking minutes of internal and meetings with government counterparts and other stakeholders and ensure proper filing and recordkeeping of these minutes. • Provide support in the translation and editing of media releases, reports, event invitations, and other key communication materials between English, Portuguese, and Tetum. • Assist in drafting, translating, scheduling, and posting social media content and updates (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), ensuring alignment with project milestones • Maintain records of media coverage and social media engagement analytics. • Performs other duties as assigned. Copyright Clause: The Consultant has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required. Qualifications/special skills High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area. The minimum number of years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in translations is desirable. Experience of working in/with UN, international, donor organizations desirable. Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, database packages and spreadsheets. Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Ability to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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. 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. Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Languages Advanced knowledge of English and Tetum is required. Knowledge of Portuguese is desirable. Additional Information This vacancy is open for locally residing nationals of Timor Leste ONLY. This contract will be administered on behalf of ITC by UNOPS. Applicants must be authorized to work in the duty station where the position is located. No Fee 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’ BANK ACCOUNTS.