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Intern - Science And Technology, New Delhi

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Job Title
INTERN - SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, I
Department/ Office
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Duty Station
NEW DELHI
Posting Period
13 November 2013-31 December 2013
Job Opening number
13-SCI-ESCAP-31340-P-NEW DELHI
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The internship at the Asian and Pacific Centre for Transfer of Technology is for 3 months with an opportunity for extension, pending on the needs of the department.
The internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
The intern will perform the following tasks as part of his/her internship:
Under the Overall supervision of The Head of APCTT,
1. Sourcing and compilation of nanotechnologies developed by R&D institutes from Asia-Pacific countries
2. Promoting APCTT's nanotechnology database among R&D institutes and SMEs of Asia-Pacific for obtaining: (1) technology offers (for commercialization), and (2) R&D collaboration/partnership offers
Organizing outputs of the national workshops and other resource material for updating the contents of APCTT's website on 'R&D Management in Nanotechnology'
3. Assisting in the preparatory works for organizing APCTT's national workshops on R&D management in the area of nanotechnology.
4. Providing relevant inputs for APCTT's periodicals as and when required
5. Perform other related tasks from time to time as required by the Project Manager as well as Head of APCTT
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
Education
Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school(second university degree or higher); or if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, have completed at least fours years of full-studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree.
Be computer literate in standard software applications;
Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
Have a demonstrated the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required for the Internship Programme. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.
Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
Special Notice
A complete online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) if 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 graduating from the programme)
  • List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in
  • List your top three areas of interest/department preferences
  • Explain why you are the best candidate for that specific department(s).
  • Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme
In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experience, IT skills, and three references.
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

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