Work Location

Jordan Field Office

Expected duration

• Type of Appointment: Full time internship / 37.5 hours a week • Duration: 3 to 6 months, with the possibility of renewal • Expected Starting Date: December 2024

• Consolidates and analyze data on activities achieved by frontline staff to facilitate the preparation of periodic reports, (i.e., Monthly reports) and assist in identifying needs and/or gaps, as required.

• Designs spreadsheets and/or brochures.

• Assists in creating SOPs related to the use of Activity Info database or other.

• Overseeing reporting and data quality on Activity Info, in an accurate and timely manner.

• Provides regular achievements reports using Power BI.

• Designs household visit forms or other survey forms on Activity Info to better respond to Palestinian Refugees from Syria’s needs.

• Provides feedback on data quality and, in close cooperation with the Deputy Chief RSSP and Field Relief and Social Services Officer, supports RSSP teams in addressing gaps in quality assurance.

• works closely with the RSSP staff to gather accurate data about refugees and assistance activities and provide comparative analysis.

• Drafts narrative and financial reports on contributions, in compliance with specific donor requirements

• Performs any other duties as may be required such as:

• Business research and analysis, including financial analysis.

• Participation in client engagements, reporting to engagement managers.

• Preparation of underlying materials, leading/participation in workshops

• University degree from an accredited educational institution in Data science, Data Analytics, Computer Science or a related field.

• Demonstrated familiarity with digital data gathering software packages (Activity info, Kobo ToolBox, or similar), data visualization tools (Microsoft PowerBI, or similar), and data analysis software (Stata, SPSS, R, or similar).

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Reporting and Data Analysis. Required experience in data administration, preferably on Activity Info database

• University education (Bachelor’s degree)

• Experience in the domain of data analysis/consulting/advisory is an advantage.

• Logical and systematic approach to solving analytical tasks.

• Communication and presentation skills (verbal & non-verbal).

• Advanced English communication skills.

• Advanced MS Office knowledge (MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word).

• Ability to express and present own opinion, objective argumentation skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• Active approach to solving assigned tasks.

• Ability to work in a team and to work under stress.

• Diligence, punctuality, a systematic responsible approach.

• A willingness to invest time in its own knowledge and competencies.

• Proven English drafting and editing skills.

• Excellent command of English and another relevant UN language (written, oral, comprehension) and highly developed drafting skills

• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint essential).

• Advanced level of Reporting skills.

• Manage priorities and accomplish tasks in a timely manner, with a high level of independence and discretion

• Communication skills.

• Think through all aspects relating to issues or problems; identify, recommend and implement solutions

• Excellent command of spoken and written English, Arabic Language is an asset.

UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5.9 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions. BACKGROUND Through the ongoing development, maintenance and administration of Palestinian Refugees from Syria (PRS) database (activity info.), and the Palestine Refugees Registration database (RRIS), there is an increasing need to design, generate specialized reports and dashboards, reviewing and analyzing data, responding to end-user requests for specialized reports or information, and extensively work with downloaded data received from other sources, and assessing information and reporting needs. The motivation letter must include:

• Title of degree.

• IT skills and programs that you are proficient in.

• Explain your interest in UNRWA and why you are the best candidate for this specific internship.

• Your knowledge of Data analysis and reporting related to UNRWA operations and Services for Palestine refugees.

• Sample of work achievement ex.: report, spreadsheet…etc Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

GENERAL INFORMATION Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. UNRWA staff and complementary personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality always. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from both women and men. UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women. This Internship requires a physical presence in UNRWA- Jordan Field Office. UNRWA will not be responsible for the costs of travel, visa, accommodation, or any other costs related to the placement. All costs connected with an intern’s participation must be borne by the intern, including arrangements for travel (including to and from the office), visas, accommodation, etc. Interns will be solely responsible for securing visas. Intern placements shall not constitute employment by UNRWA. Interns are considered to be complementary personnel with non-staff status. The purpose of the internship program is not to lead to further employment with UNRWA but to complement an intern’s studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship. Interns are eligible to apply as external candidates for UNRWA staff vacancies in accordance with normal selection procedures. Please note that UNRWA does not charge fees at any stage of the application process. Vacancy announcements advertised at: https://www.unrwa.org/careers/internships, will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (Jerusalem time) on the deadline date. UNRWA is a non-smoking environment.

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.