UNICEF recruits 01 Intern / Nutirition Section

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Purpose of the internship: 

The purpose of this internship is to assist the collection, analysis and sharing of nutrition information that is important for UNICEF and partners to make informed (evidence based) strategic decisions.

The Information Management Intern will be responsible for providing support to the Information Management Specialist.  He/she is responsible to ensure the availability of high quality timely and appropriate nutrition data from Afghanistan to inform programme decision and planning in particular nutrition routine reporting systems.

Key Duties and Tasks:

• Support the improvement of online nutrition database reports including timeless and completeness
• Assist in the collection, compilation and provision of monthly reporting from nutrition cluster participants, including the 5Ws (Who does What, Where, When and for Whom?
• Support the verification and updating of nutrition emergency sites including nutrition mobile teams
• Work with and assist the Nutrition Information Management Specialist to develop appropriate supportive strategies for data collection and dissemination
• Update and maintain nutrition cluster participants list
• Assist in the uploading and dissemination of nutrition cluster products and documents in an appropriate way, including the updating of the nutrition page.
• Support MoE focal person on data collection of WIFS online database
• Assist the Nutrition Information Management Specialist to respond to the Cluster participants needs for information under supervision of IMS
• Support the regular updating of the assessment database.
• Assist in the documentation of the meetings of technical working groups, Sub National clusters and Provincial Nutrition Committees.
• Support the cluster coordination team in preparing (arranging venue, confirming attendance of partners etc.) for regular coordination meetings
• Any other activities and tasks assigned by the supervisor

To qualify as a champion you will have

Education: Current enrolment in, or recent graduation from an undergraduate or Master’s programme within the last two years in field of statistics and computer science or any relevant field to information management is required.

Have excellent academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records.

Language: Fluency in English as well as Pashto/Dari is required.

Skills:

• Effective communication and organization skills
• Computer literate with e-mail, word processing and spreadsheet skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organizational skills

For every Child, you demonstrate

• Respect for and adherence to UNICEF core values of Commitment, Diversity and Inclusion, and Integrity
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team working skills and capacity to work in a multicultural environment
• Strong drive for results, setting high standards for the quality of work
• Interest in learning and researching, gathering comprehensive information to support decision making.

Conditions of Intern:

• Expenses: Please note that Internships at UNICEF are unpaid. However a small stipend may be available inclusive of transport cost.
• Health/Medical insurance: Intern is required to hold valid health/accident insurance. UNICEF accepts no responsibilities for costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship whether on or off UNICEF premises.
• Employment: There is no expectancy of employment at the end of the internship.

How to apply:

• If you recognize yourself from the above and wish to make a difference for every child; you are requested to apply through this online system by  14 May 2019.  When you apply, please attach the following:
  • your CV and a cover letter in English to state the majors/areas of your study and the reason for application;
  • include two letters of recommendation (can be from employers, internships, university professor, etc.)
  • attach a proof of excellent academic performance/transcript through recent university or institution records.
  • provide proof of medical and life insurance.

Only qualified applicants will be short-listed and notified for further screening and interview.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.