Programme Intern (Sanitation Financing and Impact)
JOB DETAIL
Background Information – UNOPS
UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development. UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management, and human resources. UNOPS is the legal and administrative host of the Sanitation and Hygiene Fund, with hosting arrangements managed by the Geneva Office.
About The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund (SHF)
The UN’s Sanitation and Hygiene Fund (SHF) works to achieve universal access to sanitation, hygiene, and menstrual health through market-based approaches. SHF works with Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) to catalyze investment into robust, climate-resilient sanitation economies and the menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) markets. Capital M is SHF’s market-led moonshot for menstrual health. Find out more on www.shfund.org and www.capital-m.org.
The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund is hosted by UNOPS.
Role of the Intern
The Programme Intern (Sanitation Financing and Impact) will support research and analysis on sanitation financing and markets in SHF’s focus countries. The Intern will assist in data collection and analysis related to the impact of sanitation markets, focusing on gender, climate, health, and economic growth. Additionally, the intern will contribute to the preparation of relevant documents and materials, supporting the Sanitation and Hygiene Markets Specialist and Finance Advisor. The intern will also gain exposure to project management and development cooperation in the sanitation sector.
Under the direct supervision of the Sanitation and Hygiene Markets Specialist, the intern will:
- Collect data through desk research and by attending meetings to support with analyses related to sanitation financing and sanitation markets for SHF’s focus countries
- Contribute to relevant data collection and analyses related to the impact of sanitation markets, focusing on gender, climate, health, and economic growth.
- Support with preparation of documents (Google Slides, Google Doc) and models (Google Sheet) related to future planning of SHF’s projects and strategy supporting the Sanitation and Hygiene Markets Specialist and Finance Advisor.
- Contribute to stakeholder mapping and updating of the relevant tracker spreadsheet
- Support with preparation for sector conferences/events by supporting the technical team with research related to stakeholder meetings and event/conference sessions
- Support regular updating of SHF’s external presentations by ensuring for example that presented figures are up-to-date
- Other: Provide general assistance to the technical team on various projects and activities such as administrative support, scheduling of meetings, taking meeting minutes etc.
Training components and learning elements
The intern will have access to:
- Project and portfolio documentation to learn about sanitation market development, financing, and impact assessment.
- Official meetings to gain insights into SHF operations, UNOPS, and UN multilateral cooperation.
- Exposure to key sector stakeholders, including startups, investors, NGOs, and sector representatives.
- The incumbent will also have full access to UNOPS intranet
- The intern will have opportunities to develop skills in research, analysis, report writing, and stakeholder engagement within the sanitation sector.
The Intern will assist SHF by helping to strengthen its sanitation financing and markets work. The performance of the intern will be measured based on agreed objectives between the intern and the supervisor.
Education:
- All applicants must be enrolled in a university programme such as a bachelors , masters or Ph.D. (or equivalent), or have graduated from such studied within three (3) years prior to the application date.
Experience:
- Professional working experience is not required for this internship, but previous working experience (including volunteering or extracurricular involvement) will be considered a strong asset.
- Previous experience in impact investing, international development, financial industry, or consulting is desirable
- Experience in industry research, market analysis, or impact analysis is desirable
- Strong proficiency in visual presentation tools (e.g. Google Slides, PowerPoint) and spreadsheet software (Google Sheets, Excel) will be considered an asset
Language:
- Fluency is written and oral English is required.
| Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
| Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. |
| Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
| Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
| Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
| Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
| Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
Contract type: Internship
Contract level: Intern
Contract duration: 12 Months
This internship is not designed to lead to a staff position with UNOPS. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship.
Interns may be eligible for a monthly stipend from UNOPS provided that they do not receive funds from other institutions. Further, UNOPS may provide a one time travel lumpsum per policy dependent on defined factors. However, Interns must make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and necessary visa arrangements.
For more details about UNOPS internships please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Internships-and-volunteering.aspx
- Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
- UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
- Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
- We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
- Geneva, Switzerland is a UN Family Duty station
Terms and Conditions
- All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
- It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
