Country: Thailand
Closing date: 24 Apr 2017
http://thailand.unfpa.org/en/vacancies/intern-population-dynamics
Terms of ReferenceInternship
POST TITLE:Internship for Population Dynamics
AGENCY/PROJECT NAME:United Nations Population Fund
COUNTRY OF ASSIGNMENT:Thailand
Starting Date/Duration:From May 2017 (from at least three months to six months)
1) GENERAL BACKGROUND
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) started its programme of assistance to Thailand in 1971. Over the past forty years, UNFPA works collaboratively with the Royal Thai Government, non-government organizations, academic and civil society in advancing the goals of the International Conference of Population Development (ICPD) and the Sustainable Development Goals). The focus of UNFPA in Thailand is on improvement of policies and plans relating to Sexuality Rights, Adolescent Sexual Reproductive health, South-South Cooperation, and Population and Development. UNFPA provides technical assistance as well as nearly 50 million US dollars to the above areas.
2) OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The intern will assist the Assistant Representative in supporting the Royal Thai Government with the population policy planning with the scope of work as described below.
3) SCOPE OF WORK
The scope of work includes:
· Collect, review and synthesize data, evidence, methodologies and policy documents to support UNFPA’s engagements with the government agencies in developing Thailand evidence-based population policy on lessons learned and good practices from other countries.
· Conduct desk review and basic data gathering on specific economic and social situation of vulnerable populations in Thailand
· Support the UNFPA Programme Team to enhance synergy and make use of population development evidence and statistics to UNFPA Programme.
· To support ground work of the 2017 State of Thailand Population Report
4) DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT, DUTY STATION AND EXPECTED PLACES OF TRAVEL
The internship will be for a period of 3 to 6 Months
The internship will not be remunerated.
Duty station is Bangkok.
5) REQUIREMENTS
- Current enrollment in a master degree or recently graduated with any major in Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Public Health, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field;
- Demonstrable skills in analytical thinking, communication, and research;
- Written and spoken proficiency in English with good writing and editing skills in English;
- Proficient computer skills and knowledge of automated systems;
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work under pressure within an international setting;
- Ability to adapt to new environments and to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds;
- Ability to perform a variety of administrative tasks.
6) PROVISION OF MONITORING AND PROGRESS CONTROLS
The intern will work under the primary supervision of the Assistant Representative, UNFPA Thailand Country Office, and support the National Programme Officer for Population and Development.
Conditions: The internship is unpaid. Costs related to travel, insurance, visa and accommodation will exclusively be covered by the applicant. UNFPA Thailand will need to see documentation of insurance coverage prior to the commencement of the internship.
How to apply:
http://thailand.unfpa.org/en/vacancies/intern-population-dynamics
Please submit your application letter indicating internship post title, resume, and a completed UNFPA Internship Application Form by email to thailand.office@unfpa.org no later than Monday, 24 April 2017.