Global Development Policy & Communications Intern

UNDP Careers; Genf; On-site; CHF 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP Careers in Geneva is offering an internship with the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation (GPEDC). You will support policy analysis, monitoring, and communications to advance development effectiveness.

The role involves drafting materials, updating dashboards, and coordinating events alongside a diverse team in a high‑impact international setting. Applicants should be enrolled in a relevant postgraduate program or in the final year of a bachelor’s degree, with strong

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (Master’s or higher) in Development Studies, Economics, Public Administration, International Relations or related field.
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree in Development Studies, Economics, Public Administration, International Relations or related field.
• Have recently graduated and must start the internship within one year of graduation.
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship programme and undertake the internship as part of this programme.

Responsibilities

• Policy Analysis and Secretariat Support for the GPEDC, including research trends and policy/practice products.
• Communications and Advocacy Support for Monitoring, including newsletters, blogs, social media content.
• Events Liaison: provide logistical support to annual events, workshops, and meetings.
• Assist with data analysis, knowledge management, and reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

English proficiency

Research

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Learning agility

Education

Postgraduate degree in Development Studies / Economics / Public Administration / IR

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Microsoft Office

Data visualization tools

Job description

UNDP Careers in Geneva is offering an internship with the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation (GPEDC). You will support policy analysis, monitoring, and communications to advance development effectiveness.

The role involves drafting materials, updating dashboards, and coordinating events alongside a diverse team in a high‑impact international setting. Applicants should be enrolled in a relevant postgraduate program or in the final year of a bachelor’s degree, with strong