INTERN - SOCIAL SCIENCES (DISABILITY INCLUSION))

Work LocationBangkok Expected duration3-6 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Social Development Division/ Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Section internship is for 3-6 months. The Social Development Division consists of three sections namely: 1) Sustainable Demographic Transition Section (SDTS); 2) Sustainable Socio-economic Transformation Section (SETS) and 3) Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Section (GESIS), covering the thematic areas of inequality and social protection, population dynamics, ageing, migration, gender equality, disability and youth. The Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Section (GESIS) of the Social Development Division covers the thematic areas of gender equality and disability inclusion, including mainstreaming gender and disability inclusion in all areas of ESCAP work. For this internship, ESCAP is looking for candidates to support our work on Disability Inclusion. Specific task assignments will be tailored towards the intern’s background, skills and professional development interests. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: • Conducting research, including data analysis, on critical areas of concern related to disability inclusion, e.g., economic participation, inclusive employment and business, digital inclusion, accessibility and assistive technology, women and girls with disabilities; • Assisting in organizing and convening internal and external meetings; • Contributing to the preparation of various written outputs and data visualization, e.g., draft background papers, speeches and presentations; • Providing substantive and administrative support for implementing technical cooperation projects on disability-inclusive employment and business and digital inclusion; • Providing support to ESCAP’s implementation of the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy; • Performing other duties as might be assigned by the Chief of Section. The internship is unpaid and full-time and can be performed onsite or remotely. Interns work five days per week (37.5 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Section. Qualifications/special skillsApplicants must, at the time of application, 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). Interns must also: • Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite); • Have demonstrated a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and • Have demonstrated the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of different opinions and views. Interns who have already interned for up to 6 months under UN Secretariat entities should not be re-hired unless they have obtained a different or advanced degree. Please only apply if you are eligible. Competencies • Communication: -Speaks and writes clearly and effectively -Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately -Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication -Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience -Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed • 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 • Client Orientation: -Considers all those to whom services are provided to be \"clients\" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view -Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect -Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions -Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems -Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects -Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client • 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 No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme, however experience in the following would be an asset: • Academic background in subjects related to disability; • Good research and writing skills with the ability to complete literature reviews and summarize information for use in speeches, analytical papers, etc. in a timely manner; • Organizing or supporting meetings, with prior knowledge or experience providing accessibility support to meetings/events that involve persons with disabilities strongly preferred; • Knowledge of disability inclusion, such as the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD); • Familiarity with assistive technologies or accessibility tools, such as screen readers, captioning services, and accessible document formats. • Candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. • Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. LanguagesFluency in English is required for the internship. Knowledge of a national language from the Asia-Pacific region is considered an asset. Additional InformationA completed online application (Cover Note and Candidate Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: • Title of degree you are currently pursuing. • Graduation date (When will you be/have graduating/graduated from the programme?) • Dates you are available for the internship • IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in • 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 Candidate Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Please note that due to the large number of applicants, ONLY short-listed applicants will be contacted for further consideration. Intern Specific textInterns 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 FeeTHE 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.