Latest UNFPA Internship in Pretoria | Apply Before 29 May 2025

The UNFPA Internship offers students the chance to kickstart their careers. It supports projects and administration while developing global skills. This role is ideal for students who are passionate about creating. To thrive in a diverse team, you’ll need to have strong English skills as well as adaptability. Are you ready to grow? Take a look at the details.

Administrator and Project Support Internship Details

• Company- UNFPA
• Internship- Administrator and Project Support
• Location- Pretoria
• Closing Date- 05/29/2025, 09:29 AM
• Job Identification- 26400
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Administrator and Project Support Internship Description

The intern will work under the supervision of the Gender M&E analyst to support the GBVF Directorate with areas such as information management, administration, and stakeholder co-ordination in order to improve the Directorate’s efficiency and effectiveness.

The Intern will agree on a work plan with learning opportunities and achievements for the duration. The Intern will benefit from periodic progress meetings that enhance her/his abilities and skills in areas related UNFPA mandate.

You would be responsible for:

Information and Data Support

• Support the creation and updating of a central GBVF Information Repository.
• Gather and catalog relevant GBVF reports and resources from all partners, including civil society, the government and research organisations.
• Support the regular updating of key documents.
• Track data requests and use in coordination with your team

Stakeholder Database

• Support the design and maintain the spreadsheet for stakeholder engagement, which includes inputs like names, sectors and contact information, as well as contributions to the NSP GBVF.
• Assist with the verification and updating of database records quarterly.

Meetings and Event Planning

• Support the scheduling and engagement of stakeholders and implementation partners.
• Assist in preparing agendas for meetings, recording key discussions points, and circulating minute.
• Track follow-up actions to ensure timely updates on previous meetings.
• Support the GBVF Directorate with logistical support for workshops, consultations or dialogues.

Project tracking and scanning

• Search for GBVF Projects in South Africa to support the team.
• Attend virtual events and meetings, and capture important messages and useful information
• Share updates and monitor the progress of internal projects.

UNFPA Internship Qualifications

• Have completed a full academic year and be enrolled in your first degree programme at university (such as a bachelor’s or equivalent).
• Be enrolled in an advanced degree program (such as a master’s or higher);
• If you have recently graduated from university, as described above, and are selected for the internship, it must begin within a year of your graduation.
• Be enrolled in an internship programme for postgraduate trainees and complete the internship as a part of that programme
• Demonstrate an interest in development.
• Demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English (or at least one other working language of the United Nations)
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt and work in new environments, and to maintain and establish good working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds.

UNFPA Learning Elements:

The Intern, depending on the duration of the project, will acquire the following knowledge:

• Understanding of UNFPA, the Programme Division and UNFPA
• Understanding the UNFPA’s mandate, policies and regional structure
• Learn about the UNFPA Governance and Executive Board
• Understanding UNFPA program design and delivery mechanisms
• Understanding the dynamics of communications and operational support to the field and at the level HQ
• Learn UN technical terminology, working procedures and coordination mechanisms
• Create and write substantive documents
• Join the UN Network
• Experience as a member of a multicultural team

How to Apply UNFPA Internships

1. Visit the UNFPA Careers Portal.
2. Find job ID 26400 by keyword UNFPA intern.
3. Click Apply after reviewing the job description.
4. Register/Login, fill in your application details and upload documents.
5. Submit before 29 May 2025 at 09:29 (South Africa time).

Perks and Benefits

• Exposure to real-world UN projects and operations.
• Mentorship and professional guidance.
• Networking with global UN professionals.
• Skill-building in data, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Inclusive and supportive multicultural work environment.

Tips for Applicants

• Tailor your CV to highlight relevant coursework and volunteer experience.
• Be clear about your interest in gender-based development work.
• Prepare for possible virtual interviews—practice speaking about your academic and personal projects.
• Showcase adaptability, diversity awareness, and initiative.

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