{"id":9334,"date":"2019-10-15T09:28:42","date_gmt":"2019-10-15T09:28:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\/?p=9334"},"modified":"2019-10-15T09:28:42","modified_gmt":"2019-10-15T09:28:42","slug":"united-nations-university-junior-fellows-internship-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\/united-nations-university-junior-fellows-internship-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme 2020 &#124; How To Apply"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme application form 2020 | How to apply.<\/strong><br \/>\nBelow, are the details on United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme application form, requirements, eligibility,\u00a0 qualifications needed, application guidelines, application deadline, how to apply, closing date, and other opportunities links for South Africans is published here on <strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\">Southafricaportal.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong> as well as on the official website\/application portal.<\/p>\n<h2>United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme 2020 (Stipend available)<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme application details<\/strong> have been published here. All Eligible and Interested applicants may apply online for this opportunity before the application deadline-closing date.<br \/>\n<em><strong>NOTE:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t forget that\u00a0<b>United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme<\/b>\u00a0is totally free of charge<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t send anyone money for this opportunity.<\/li>\n<li>Beware of Fraudsters!!!!<\/li>\n<li>Subscribe to our notification list with your email to receive the Latest Opportunities Update.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Details of United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Applications are open for the\u00a0United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme 2020. The United Nations University Office of the Rector recruits highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU headquarters in Tokyo.<br \/>\nThe underlying principles of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector are centred on creating a dynamic, challenging and rewarding experience for graduate level students and young professionals. Successful candidates will contribute to the work of the Office of the Rector, the United Nations University, and the UN system as a whole. The programme provides opportunities for the development of new skills and knowledge and is a unique and constructive setting for the practical application of capacities acquired through graduate studies.<br \/>\nThe programme places a strong emphasis on the training, guidance, and hands-on experience that form the foundation of a successful and beneficial internship. The programme opens with a one-week orientation designed to familiarize junior fellows with UNU, their co-workers, facilities and the working processes within the Office of the Rector. The knowledge and practical experience gained will also be beneficial to those candidates seeking a career in the United Nations. Junior fellows at the Office of the Rector can expect to gain valuable work experience while contributing in meaningful ways to UNU\u2019s mission.<br \/>\n<strong>Responsibilities<\/strong><br \/>\nParticipants in this programme have the opportunity to engage in a number of ongoing initiatives that provide a unique window into the working processes of the University. Junior Fellows support the work of the Office of the Rector in the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Research and writing for institutional development: preparation of executive briefs on priority issues; background research and drafting of topical information briefs in support of internal policy development (i.e. related to the functioning of the University);<\/li>\n<li>Beginning in Spring 2019, the Office of the Rector is interested in having one Junior Fellow with a legal background or similar experience, to assist with projects in legal affairs;<\/li>\n<li>Planning: supporting the development of project management tools and systems;<\/li>\n<li>Event coordination: supporting the organization of lectures, conferences, workshops, and other public events;<\/li>\n<li>Meeting coordination: logistical support and minute taking;<\/li>\n<li>Editorial support: proof-reading reports and copy editing;<\/li>\n<li>Communication: preparation and dissemination of newsletters, event summaries, and other communication documents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Conditions<\/strong><br \/>\nRunning parallel to most university semesters, Junior Fellows are selected twice per year, once in May-June for the fall term and once in September-October for the spring term. The fall term begins in mid-August and lasts until mid-December. The spring term runs from February to May.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Junior Fellows work full time during the regular working hours of the University: 9:30\u201317:30, Monday to Friday. Weekends and official UNU holidays are days off. In addition, Junior Fellows are entitled to 1 day of leave per month.<\/li>\n<li>Junior Fellows are provided office space and facilities, as appropriate for their work, and are provided a monthly stipend in addition to a fixed transportation allowance for their commute to and from the UNU headquarters building.<\/li>\n<li>Junior Fellows also enjoy free access to the headquarters\u2019 library and gym and have the unique opportunity to learn about, contribute to and provide assistance in the organization of conferences, lectures and academic forums and symposiums that take place throughout the year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidate is currently pursuing or has recently completed postgraduate studies (master\u2019s or doctoral), preferably in a field related to the University\u2019s work;<\/li>\n<li>Is under 32 years of age at the time of application;<\/li>\n<li>Must not have more than 5 years of work experience in their related field;<\/li>\n<li>Has a native or near fluent command of written and spoken English;<\/li>\n<li>Has excellent research, writing and analytical skills;<\/li>\n<li>Can establish and maintain effective working relations with people from diverse backgrounds;<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving;<\/li>\n<li>Has advanced computer skills: sound, hands-on, knowledge of standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc.); and<\/li>\n<li>Has a demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and more specifically, in the work of the United Nations University.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/unu.edu\/about\/internship\/junior-fellows-internship-programme.html#applications_procedure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here to apply<\/a><br \/>\nFor more information, see\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/unu.edu\/about\/internship\/junior-fellows-internship-programme.html#faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FAQ<\/a>\u00a0or visit\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unu.edu\/about\/internship\/junior-fellows-internship-programme.html#overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UNU Internship<\/a>.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Deadline: October 31, 2019<\/strong><br \/>\nHowever, if you have any Feeling regarding the\u00a0<strong><b>United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme<\/b><\/strong><strong>,\u00a0<\/strong>Please kindly DROP A COMMENT below and we will respond to it as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Please help others by sharing this post on any social media.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; 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