Programme Management Intern

UNOPS; Manila; On-site; PHP 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

UNOPS is seeking a Programme Management Intern to support the Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP). You will work under the Senior Programme Manager and coordinate with Philippine Country Coordinators to strengthen project management capacity and contribute to sustainable energy initiatives in the region.

The role blends support tasks with independent assignments, offering exposure to international development, stakeholder coordination, documentation, research, and event logistics

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. program (or recent graduate within 3 years).
• Experience in research, analysis or report writing related to energy transition or climate change is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support development of communication and knowledge materials for ETP activities.
• Assist with stakeholder coordination and preparation of meeting materials.
• Document discussions and follow up on action points; track deliverables.
• Support project implementation and monitoring; prepare project documents.
• Conduct research and analyze developments in energy transition in Southeast Asia and the Philippines.
• Coordinate workshops and events; provide administrative and logistical support.

Skills

General Admin

Partnerships

Project Coordination

Research

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD student or recent graduate

Job description

Organizational context: The Asia Pacific Regional Office oversees UNOPS operations across 17 countries, focusing on strategic leadership and operational excellence. The East Asia and Pacific Multi-Country Office (EAPMCO), headquartered in Bangkok, supports 24 countries, implementing initiatives in energy transition, climate change, and sustainable development. This role is within the Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP) programme.

Job purpose: The Programme Management Intern will support activities to enhance project management capacity within the Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP). Working under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager and in close coordination with Philippine Country Coordinators, the intern will contribute to the ETP's mission of fostering sustainable energy systems in the region. This role offers a blend of support tasks and independent assignments, providing valuable experience in project management within an international development context, contributing to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Climate Agreement objectives.

Responsibilities: The intern will support the development of communication and knowledge materials, including project summaries and presentations, to highlight ETP activities. Responsibilities include assisting with stakeholder coordination, preparing meeting materials, documenting discussions, and following up on action points. The role involves supporting project implementation and monitoring, preparing project documents, and tracking deliverables. Additionally, the intern will conduct research and analyze developments in the energy sector, particularly concerning energy transition in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, preparing analytical materials. Support will also be provided for coordinating workshops and events, collecting and compiling project information for reporting and communications, and offering administrative and logistical assistance for effective programme and project implementation.

Education: Candidates must be enrolled in a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. program (or equivalent) in International Affairs, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field. Alternatively, candidates must have graduated from such a program within three years prior to the internship application date.

Work experience: Experience in research, analysis, and report writing related to energy transition or climate change in Southeast Asia is highly desirable. The ability to work effectively in a multicultural, international environment and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting is also preferred.

Skills: General Administration, Partnerships, Project Coordination, Research

Required languages: English

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