Intern - Planning and Programme Support

Vacancy Announcemen t

Secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Planning and Programme Support Office

Publication/Transmission Date: ‎16 June ‎2022*
Deadline for Application: ‎30 June ‎2022 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi Local Time)
Title and Grade: Intern, PPS
Indicative Remuneration: Monthly stipend [‎1]
Duration of Appointment: ‎6 Months
Duty Station: Bonn, Germany ( Remote Internship)
Background
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an inter-governmental
organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with offices in Bonn, Germany and New
York, USA, mandated to promote the widespread and increased adoption and
sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy in the pursuit of sustainable
development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and
prosperity. IRENA's mission is to play a leading role in the ongoing
transformation of the global energy systems as a centre of excellence for
knowledge and innovation, a global voice of renewable energy, a network hub
for all stakeholders and a source of advice and support for countries. At
present, IRENA has ‎167 Members (‎166 states and the European Union) that
acceded to its Statute, and ‎17 additional States in the process of accession
and actively engaged.
IRENA's Planning and Programme Support (PPS) unit is responsible for: internal
coordination and the strategic integration of extra-budgetary resources in
IRENA's programmatic work; reporting on programmatic matters to governing
bodies and individual donors; strengthening IRENA's presence in Europe,
including at the EU level and with Germany as Host Country; and leading cross-
cutting Agency initiatives, including in the context of climate change and
geopolitics.
Objectives of the Internship Assignment
The internship post is located in the Planning and Programme Support unit,
located in Bonn, Germany. The intern will provide support to the work
undertaken by PPS:
Particular Functions
In line with the objectives outlined above, the intern is expected to perform
a range of technical and organisational functions, including, but not limited
to:
Undertake research and analyses within the scope of PPS work;
Draft and prepare background notes and other materials in support of the work
undertaken by PPS;
Other duties as required.
Learning Areas*
During the internship period, the successful applicant will develop a deep
understanding of the international energy sphere and functions of an
international organisation, including, in particular, related to the
intersection of renewables and development and climate action. The intern will
also be able to further develop their skills related to research, analysis,
drafting and editing.

Timeframe
The internship is for a period of six months to be agreed upon with the
intern/sponsor. The exact period will be determined based on the availability
of the intern and the needs of the organisation. The maximum duration of the
internship is nine months, subject to the intern's continued university
enrolment and performance.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must either be enrolled in post-graduate studies in political
science, international relations, development studies, or related fields at a
recognized university at the time of application and for the duration of the
internship or recent graduates will also be included in the internship
programme provided the start date of the internship is less than six months
from completion of studies.
Candidates must be fluent in English (both oral and written) and demonstrate
excellent writing and communication skills.
Candidates must be able to work in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary
environment.
Candidates should demonstrate solid teamwork, planning and organising,
professionalism and communication skills.
Candidates should indicate in their cover letter the period of their
availability.

Internship Conditions
IRENA internships may be remunerated if an intern is not already sponsored by
their government, university or institution. In such cases, the intern is
requested to indicate their sponsorship in their cover letter.
Interns of IRENA are not considered to be staff members. The selected intern
will work remotely on a full-time basis (‎40 hours per week) in Bonn, Germany.
For more detailed information about IRENA Internship Programme, please visit
the internships section on our recruitment webpage.

Application Procedure

Candidates who are interested in this assignment and meet the minimum
requirements must apply for the abovementioned vacancy on-line, through
IRENA's recruitment platform, Taleo by submitting a complete and comprehensive
CV and a letter of interest. Due to the high number of applications, only
candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for a video, pre-
recorded and/or telephone interview.

[‎1] If the selected intern is not otherwise sponsored and they are recruited
outside of the commuting distance to the selected duty station they will be
they will be remunerated at a rate of EUR ‎900.
* Posted Date: ‎16 June ‎2022
* Closing Date: ‎30 June ‎2022