Environmental Policy Intern

Cote d'Ivoire

06 months

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP's Ecosystems Division works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and advisory services for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition. Established in 1981, the Abidjan Convention provides a regional cooperation framework for the protection, management and development of the marine and coastal environment of the south-eastern Atlantic region, from Mauritania to South Africa with a coastline of just over 14,000 km. In accordance with Article 16 of the Convention, the United Nations Environment Programme, hosts and administers the Secretariat of the Abidjan Convention. The Convention area hosts ecologically significant ecosystems—mangroves, lagoons, estuaries, coral and seagrass habitats—that sustain vital fisheries, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of millions of coastal residents. However, these ecosystems are under increasing threat from rising sea levels, accelerated coastal erosion, land salinization, habitat degradation, and climate-induced biodiversity loss. Human activities such as maritime transport and oil and gas exploration and exploitation further increase the risk of land-based pollution and oil spills. Strengthening coastal resilience and regional capacity to respond to these pressures is therefore a priority for the Contracting Parties. Under the supervision of the relevant Programme Officer, the intern will: Responsibilities: 1. Conduct research and analysis on marine and coastal policy issues, including pollution, biodiversity, climate impacts, and the blue economy. 2. Monitor global and regional developments in ocean governance and environmental agreements including multilateral environmental agreements, the Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ), etc. 3. Prepare short policy briefs and summaries highlighting key trends and priorities. 4. Support the development of projects and initiatives, including drafting concept notes and proposals. 5. Compile background information and technical inputs for project design and partner consultations. 6. Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and materials for meetings and workshops. 7. Monitor project implementation and contribute to progress reporting. 8. Support engagement with partners and stakeholders by preparing briefing materials and coordinating inputs. 9. Contribute to documentation 10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Applicants must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: • Be enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s or equivalent) in environmental policy, environmental science, international relations, development studies, law, or a related field; or • Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme; or • Have graduated with a university degree within the last year. 0

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.