World Food Program Internship Opportunity: In 2021, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres will convene a Food Systems Summit as part of the Decade of Action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance. Interested persons are invited to apply for WFP internships.
Internship Assignment
The Food System Summit Secretariat (FSSS) will be responsible for supporting the efforts of the Special Envoy and all governance mechanisms of the Summit. The Secretariat headquarters is in Nairobi where the Special Envoy is based, but it also includes satellite offices in Rome and New York to facilitate key connections with the UN, Rome-based agencies, permanent representatives, and other stakeholders. Reporting to the Special Assistant FSSS, the Intern will provide support to policy analysis, policy development and programmatic activities.
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Standard Minimum Qualifications
- Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate programme (for example, Bachelor’s degree) from a recognised university and have completed at least two years of the programme. Candidates should have attended classes in the past 12 months in the areas of International Relations, International Development, Social Sciences, Agriculture, Nutrition / Health, Economics, Statistics or another related field
- Be currently enrolled in a graduate programme (for example, Master degree) from a recognised university and have attended classes in the past 12 months in the areas of International Relations, International Development, Social Sciences, Agriculture, Nutrition / Health, Economics, Statistics or another related field.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point);
- Fluent in English
- Must be available for 6 Months without interruption to work in person or remotely
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point);
- Demonstrated interest in programme lifecycle, strategic policy and implementation of technical projects and programmes;
- Good understanding of new and evolving food systems and technologies;
- Ability to edit documents and/or summarize content for various audience;
Organizational Context
The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are currently seeking to fill an internship position under the Food Systems Summit Secretariat. The 2 Intern positions will be based at our Nairobi Office. The Internship will be for an initial period of 6 months.
Deadline for Applications
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
- The World Food Programme DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
- WFP embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and merit.
- Applications for this position will close at 11:59 p.m. (East African Time) on the deadline date.
- The deadline for receiving applications for this position is 21 April 2021.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should: visit the official website for further details and ‘Apply’ online.
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