Background

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

GEF Small Grants Programme is a global initiative. By providing financial and technical support to projects that conserve and restore the environment while enhancing people’s well-being and livelihoods, SGP demonstrates that community action can maintain the fine balance between human needs and environmental imperatives.

SGP Global: https://sgp.undp.org

SGP China: http://www.gefsgp.cn/

Description of Responsibilities

The major responsibility in the team is to support The GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) mainly focusing on:

• Support workshop/training organized by the team;

• Support project monitoring and evaluation related documents including project reports and publications:

• Translate, proofread, and edit SGP related documents;

• Draft and update project information on internal database and website;

• Maintain regular communication with NGO partners via email;

•  Support content review and publication of NGO partner materials on social media and other outreach platforms:

• Attend meeting and draft meeting minutes:

• Assist with administrative and financial actions related to project recruitment and procurement

• Perform other ad hoc assignments as required by the team

Competencies

• Fluency in English and Chinese

• Background in environmental management, communications, business administration, international organizations, or other relevant fields

• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems

• General understanding of the work of NGOs, environmental sustainability and international development issues.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear and concise documents in both English and Chinese.

• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in documentation and proofreading.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively under tight deadlines.

• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

• Familiarity with social media platforms, content publishing, and basic design tools is an asset

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in environment or international development is desirable.

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• Enrolled in a Master’s or in a PhD programme
• In the final year of a Bachelor’s programme;
• Or within one year after graduation from a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD programme,
• Or be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program
• Experience in developing research communication products would be an advantage.

Language and Skills

Excellent written and spoken Chinese and English language.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please submit your application with below documents in one PDF. For people who apply from UNDP Jobs, please note that the system will not accept the uploading of more than one document so please merge or scan all your documents into one prior to uploading.

a)     CV and letter of motivation

b)     Copy of school transcript

c)     Indicate if you will be financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation or scholarship programme, and the financial amount.

*Candidate who didn’t submit required documentation will not be further considered.

INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS

• Interns must provide proof of enrollment in health insurance plan and medical certificate of good health prior to starting the internship. Any cost arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship assignment will be the responsibility of the intern.
• The stipend will be paid monthly. Interns will have 1.5 days of leave per month.
• Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed; Cost and arrangement for travel, visas, passports, accommodations and living expenses are the responsibility of the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or the intern.
• Interns must not apply for or be appointed to a position that should be encumbered by a staff number during the period of their internship. Interns are expected to fulfil the terms of their internships. Therefore, the internship must not be foreshortened for the purposes of allowing an intern to apply for a position.
• Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.

Disclaimer

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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