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OHCHR Internship in the Human Rights Field (Temporary Position Available)

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Exudes pride in one’s work and accomplishments; exhibits expert knowledge of a field; is diligent and effective in upholding commitments, adhering to deadlines, and producing outcomes; is driven by professional issues instead of emotional ones; demonstrates perseverance when dealing with challenging issues or tasks; maintains composure amid trying circumstances.

COMMUNICATION: Uses language, tone, style, and format that are appropriate for the audience; communicates openly and effectively in both spoken and written form; listens to others, accurately understands their messages, and appropriately responds; asks clarifying questions and shows an interest in having two-way communication.

TEAMWORK: Collaborates with coworkers to accomplish organizational goals; elicits feedback by genuinely appreciating others’ opinions and skills; is open to picking up new skills; location team….

Candidates must have completed their undergraduate studies or be enrolled in graduate school at the time of application in order to be eligible for the United Nations Secretariat internship program. First-level university degree candidates must have earned a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree, preferably in the fields of law, political science, international relations, social sciences, or a closely related field.
For participation in the program, applicants are not required to have professional work experience.

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