UNDP/ NATIONAL INTERN – ICT ASSISTANT

Background:

Croatian Office of United Nations Development Programme is a fast paced and ever changing environment. Changes that we are about to go through present an exciting challenge for our Operations Team. To help respond to this challenge and reach our goals we are seeking to empower our ICT unit with skilled human resources that can bring enthusiasm and effectiveness and strive to outstanding performance and results.
 
In ICT unit we learn about most recent ICT trends and use cutting edge technology to keep up with industry best practices. We analyse opportunities and threats to develop ICT strategy in line with our business needs. We reach for UNDP global support to achieve efficient management of our ICT resources. All our activities are carefully thought through to ensure they are rational and justified. When it comes to fulfilling user’s requirements, we don’t know of No as an answer. At the end, we count on UNDP’s programmes we support to reach Millennium Development Goals.

An assistant in UNDP’s ICT unit will work closely with ICT Manager on both systematic and opportunistic tasks and activities that support UNDP’s programmes and projects in Croatia. This may include supporting internal ICT operations as well as providing consultation to projects which require ICT support. Successful candidate is a University student with technical background that can demonstrate ability to work in a team and learn rapidly about current trends and technology. Analytical skills, openness and proficiency in English are required. Certain experience in computer and network administration or involvement in project management will be considered an advantage. Internship is envisaged as an opportunity for individuals with no professional experience to gain professional skills which would enable them to enrich their Curriculum Vitae and become more marketable on the employment market.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Eagerness to learn about UNDP practice areas
  • Ability to analyse issues and information and to prepare concise briefs and summaries on key ideas
  • Creativity and resource investigation skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong English skills, both written and oral
  • Strong interest in ICT
  • Proactive approach to operational challenges in ICT environment
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
  • Technical background will be considered an advantage
  • Industry certificates (Microsoft, Cisco) or experience in computer/network administration will be considered an advantage

UNDP Internships are NON-PAID and a minimum of 3 months of commitment on behalf of the applicants is required, with longer commitment considered desirable. Selected candidate is expected to work in UNDP office 20 hours per week with individually agreed flexibility.

Duration of Initial Contract: 3-6 months (part-time)


Deadline: 14 June 2012

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