Research Intern

ABOUT SDSN

The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN SecretaryGeneral. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic social and environmental challenges confronting the world.

SCOPE OF WORK

SDSN is seeking a proactive dynamic handson and creative intern to assist the Middle East and Africa Advisor with a broad spectrum of activities focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This position will help to evolve SDSNs research strategies across the region. It will entail assisting with research literature review stakeholder mapping writing and editing among others.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support research and monitor trends across the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) progress across the Middle East and Africa region.
• Map key stakeholders across the sustainable development ecosystem including academia international organizations government bodies private entities and civil society.
• Support current projects by assessing the feasibility of sustainable projects considering economic environmental and social factors.
• Conduct literature reviews and research on relevant topics to support project development and strategy.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations on research findings for team meetings and stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligibility to work in the United States is required.
• Current undergraduate in public policy international affairs Middle Eastern studies
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office tools (e.g. Excel Word PowerPoint).
• Manage multiple tasks be wellorganized and work well both as part of an international team and independently.
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable development.
• Fluent in English (oral and written) is required knowledge of Arabic/French is preferred.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Duration (dates and total time): July 1 July 31 2024 (with the possibility for extension)

Compensation: $16 (up to15 hours/week)

Location: Remote.

Work authorization: SDSN does not sponsor visas and therefore applicants must have proper authorization to work in the United States. SDSN is required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to secure verification of eligibility to work in the United States.

SDSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer

SDSN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to unlawful considerations of race color creed religion gender sex national origin ancestry citizenship status genetic information military or veteran status age and physical or mental disability or any other classification protected by applicable local state or federal laws.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV on HR Partner.

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