Traineeship – Project Implementation and Partnership Development - Recirculation

UNITAR Division for Prosperity; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 33.480 - 50.220; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

UNITAR Division for Prosperity in Geneva invites applications for a 4-month traineeship in Project Implementation and Partnership Development. The trainee will support planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of programme activities within the Technology, Finance and Trade Programme.

Responsibilities include designing and coordinating training, monitoring and evaluation, stakeholder mapping, researching sustainable development topics, engaging partners, and preparing

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled in or completed Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in sustainable development, partnerships, research and programme management.
• Fluency in English and Russian (written and spoken) is required.

Aufgaben

• Support design, delivery, and coordination of online and in-person training programmes.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning by tracking programme results and preparing reports.
• Conduct research and stakeholder mapping on sustainable and inclusive economic development.
• Identify and engage potential partners whose priorities align with programme objectives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with prospective partners through correspondence and meetings.
• Prepare briefs, concept notes, and pitches to support partnership development and resource mobilization.
• Support development of new training programmes including curricula that integrate sustainability.
• Coordinate project implementation with partners and stakeholders from public, private, and civil society sectors.
• Provide operational, administrative, and reporting support.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Results-oriented

Ausbildung

Bachelor's/Master's in relevant field

Jobbeschreibung

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• Traineeship – Project Implementation and Partnership Development - Recirculation

Vacancy announcement

TR/2026/010

Traineeship – Project Implementation and Partnership Development - Recirculation

Vacancy type Trainee

Duration of the contract

4 months

Deadline for submission of applications

26 July 2026

Organizational Unit

Technology, Finance and Trade Programme

Number of job positions

1

AREA OF SPECIALIZATION/THEMATIC AREAS

Programme delivery, monitoring and evaluation, and applied research in the context of sustainable and inclusive economic development, integration of environmental science perspectives into capacity-building design, evidence generation, and partnership development.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

The UNITAR Division for Prosperity encompasses the Technology, Finance, and Trade Programme (TFTP) and the Hiroshima Project Office (HPO) and covers the following six thematic areas: 1) Entrepreneurship and Private Sector Development; 2) Leadership and Empowerment; 3) Trade and Finance; 4)Anti-corruption and Financial Crime; 5) Frontier Technologies; and 6) Hiroshima and Peace. These activities contribute to a number of Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 1 (No Poverty), Goal 4 (Quality Education), Goal 5 (Gender), Goal 8 (Decent Work and Growth), Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, Industry), Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities) and Goal 12 (Responsible ConsumptionandProduction).UNITARDivisionforProsperityoffersevidence-basedlearningservices using latest methodologies/technologies.

The Division focuses on offering innovative capacity-building and knowledge-management solutions for personnel from a variety of sectors including national and local governments, parliaments, the privatesector,civilsociety,academiaandmedia.TheDivisionwillmakecontinuouseffortstotargetat those who have been left behind including women, LGBTQ, youth, refugees/IDPs, people with disabilities, and indigenous peoples.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES OF THE CONTRACT

The trainee will support the Technology, Finance and Trade Programme (TFTP) in the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of programme activities, while gaining practical experience in programme management, partnership development, research, and capacity-building initiatives related to sustainable and inclusive economic development.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DESCRIPTION OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

• Support the design, delivery, and coordination of online and in-person training programmes, including the Programme on Trade and Food Security and Agriculture in Trade Agreements and the joint residential programme.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning by tracking programme results, analysing participant feedback, and preparing evaluation reports.
• Conduct research and stakeholder mapping on sustainable and inclusive economic development, with a focus on environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and social inclusion.
• Identify and engage potential partners whose priorities align with the Programme objectives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with prospective partners through correspondence, meetings, and follow-up.
• Prepare research briefs, concept notes, evidence summaries, pitch decks, and programme concepts to support partnership development and resource mobilization.
• Support the development of new training programmes, including curricula that integrate sustainability and environmental considerations.
• Coordinate project implementation with partners, subject-matter experts, and stakeholders from the public, private, and civil society sectors.
• Provide operational, administrative, and reporting support, and carry out other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Aftercompletingthetraineeshipperiod,thetraineewill:

• Strengthen practical skills in programme management, coordination, implementation, and reporting.
• Acquire hands-on experience in monitoring, evaluation, and results-based management processes.
• Enhance research, analytical, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Develop a solid understanding of partnership development, fundraising, and resource mobilization mechanisms.
• Increase knowledge of sustainable and inclusive economic development, with particular emphasis on environmental sustainability, economic resilience, and social inclusion.
• Improve written and oral communication skills through the preparation of reports, concept notes, briefing materials, and presentations.
• Gain exposure to the operations and programme delivery mechanisms of an international organization within the United Nations system.

MEASURABLE OUTPUTS/DELIVERABLES/SCHEDULE OF DELIVERABLES

• Timely delivery of research, partnership, and programme support outputs.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and coordination activities.
• Preparation of reports, concept notes, and presentations as required.
• Timely support to project implementation and reporting.
• Completion of assigned tasks within agreed deadlines.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS FOR EVALUATION OF RESULTS

• Timely delivery of assigned outputs and activities.
• High-quality research, partnership, and programme support products.
• Effective coordination with stakeholders and partners.
• Timely and accurate reporting and administrative support.
• Contribution to programme implementation and resource mobilization efforts.
• Compliance with UNITAR policies, procedures, and quality standards.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multicultural team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Results-oriented with a proactive and client-focused approach.

EDUCATION:

• Enrolled in, or recently completed, a Bachelor's or Master's degree in International Relations, Economics, Business Administration, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in sustainable development, partnerships, research, and programme management are desirable.

LANGUAGE:

• Fluency in English and Russian (written and spoken) is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.