Intern - Urban-Rural Linkages

Requirements

Applicants must at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements:

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher),

Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent),

Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent. 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.

Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

The candidate must be currently pursuing or have recently attained a university degree in urban regeneration, urban studies, urban and regional planning, geography, international development, or a related field. (Master or PhD candidate preferably). In addition, successful applicants are expected to have demonstrated ability in one or more areas listed below:

Possess a strong research, writing, and analytical skills; ability to synthesize complex information clearly and concisely.

Familiarity with urban regeneration, rural revitalization, urban-rural linkages, territorial development, land and housing systems, or sustainable urbanization topics.

Strong interests in PLGS’s portfolio of works and is self-motivated.

Possess analytical skills; experience with research and/or familiarity with research methodologies is an asset.

Ability to work and deliver outputs independently in a timely manner, with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, the intern's assigned office, and the internship period. Under the direct supervision of the Human Settlement Officer (PLGS), the intern will: Conduct research on urban and rural development policies, regeneration initiatives, and territorial governance strategies, with a focus on specific contexts and comparative international cases.

Review and prepare background documents, literature summaries, briefing notes, and technical inputs for project development, policy papers, and donor proposals.

Analyse data and compile case-based evidence related to urban-rural linkages and intersections with relevant themes as food systems, urban regeneration, rural revitalization, smart villages, intermediary cities among others

Support the preparation of concept notes, presentations, and reports for internal use, partner collaboration, and external events.

Assist in developing knowledge products, policy tools, and communication materials aligned with UN-Habitat’s work on urban-rural linkages and strategic plan focus areas • Contribute to the organization of thematic workshops, community of practice events, webinar, and learning events, including support with documentation and reporting.

Develop a small knowledge product, case study, or research output as a personal contribution to the team’s ongoing work.

Industries:International Affairs

Function: Others