Background

Data is central to UNDP’s Digital Strategy 2022-2025, playing a critical role in achieving the organisation’s mandate and supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In an era where digital transformation is reshaping how we operate, responsible data collection, management, use, and analysis have become key objectives to UNDP’s overall digital agenda. As part of this strategy, UNDP is committed to becoming a data-driven organisation, ensuring that data is leveraged responsibly and effectively to maximise impact for the communities we serve.

The UNDP Data Strategy aligns with the broader Digital Strategy to build the necessary systems, tools, and processes that promote data as a key asset. The strategy also aims to enhance UNDP’s knowledge management capabilities and cultivate a workforce that is data-literate and equipped with the skills to navigate the evolving digital landscape.

As UNDP continues to embrace digital transformation, safeguarding personal data and ensuring compliance with international data protection standards have become top priorities. Data privacy is crucial not only for protecting the rights of individuals but also for maintaining the trust and integrity of UNDP’s operations globally. UNDP recognises that effective data governance, which includes robust privacy safeguards, is essential for leveraging data ethically and responsibly across all its programmes and activities.

With UNDP’s presence in over 170 countries and its extensive portfolio addressing poverty, climate change, governance, and crisis response, the protection of personal data is of paramount importance. The Data Privacy Specialist will play a pivotal role in ensuring that UNDP’s data handling practices are in full compliance with the United Nations Principles on Personal Data Protection and Privacy, guiding the organisation towards a secure, compliant, and responsible use of data.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Data Privacy Specialist will play a key role in UNDP’s commitment to safeguarding personal data, ensuring compliance with international data protection standards, and enhancing data privacy across its operations and programmes. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing data protection policies, advising senior management on data privacy related matters, conducting privacy risk assessments, managing data breaches, and promoting a culture of data privacy across the organisation.

Duties and Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

Governance and Compliance

• Lead the implementation and review of UNDP’s data protection and privacy policies, ensuring alignment with the United Nations Principles on Personal Data Protection and Privacy.
• Conduct privacy risk assessments and data protection impact assessments, recommending appropriate mitigations.
• Advise senior management on compliance with internal and external data protection regulations, ensuring the organisation adheres to the highest standards of privacy and data security.
• Ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for data transfers and oversee the development of standard operating procedures related to data retention, deletion, and breach management.
• Provide support in managing and responding to data subject access requests in compliance with relevant regulations.

Data Protection and Risk Management

• Identify and assess data protection and privacy risks across UNDP's global operations, working with relevant departments to mitigate these risks.
• Lead the development of a data breach management process, ensuring timely notifications and responses to breaches.
• Maintain a repository of data processing activities and support the data mapping efforts to improve oversight of data handling practices within UNDP.

Training and Awareness

• Develop and deliver training programmes aimed at building a strong culture of data protection and privacy within UNDP.
• Provide guidance to staff on the application of data protection principles, including privacy-by-design, data minimisation, and rights of data subjects.
• Raise awareness of data protection obligations, ensuring compliance with the UN’s data protection principles and related best practices.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Establish a monitoring system to ensure ongoing compliance with data protection regulations.
• Report on data privacy compliance to senior management, providing insights and recommendations for improvement based on trends and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with UN agencies to ensure coherence and harmonisation of data protection practices across the UN system.

Stakeholder Engagement

Under the guidance and oversight of the Chief Digital Office, the IPSA holder will:

• Channel internal and external queries related to UNDP data protection and privacy policies. 
• Liaise with other UN agencies, legal entities, and external organisations to ensure UNDP’s compliance with evolving data protection and privacy frameworks.
• Represent UNDP in inter-agency working groups related to data protection and privacy.

Competencies

Required Skills and Experience

Background

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet.

UNDP’s work in Serbia is guided by its Country Programme Document (2021-2025), and the UN-Serbia Development Partnership Framework for 2016-2020, which is in line with the priorities of the Government of Serbia. UNDP assists Serbia to meet its international obligations and requirements for the European Union accession.

UNDP works in partnership with the Government of Serbia, development partners, UN agencies, civil society and local communities to help identify local solutions to meet national and global development challenges. With our expertise we contribute to the development of Serbia by providing support in four key focus areas:
 

·      Inclusive and sustainable growth;

·      Building and strengthening of accountable and representative governance institutions serving people;

·      Low-carbon and climate-resilient development; and

·      Gender Equality and lives free of violence

The purpose of the Internship programme is to provide students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds exposure to development issues and a first-hand experience with the day-to-day working environment of UNDP, either in person or remotely. In that regard, UNDP Serbia is creating a perennial vacancy announcement for Internship positions, with the purpose of soliciting applications from eligible candidates, in order to create a roster of interns.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Project/Portfolio Managers, the interns will be expected to perform the following tasks:

• Provide support in research, analyses and studies conducted within the project/portfolio;  
• Identify national sources of data and as necessary translate data into English;
• Identify regional and international sources of data to compare info on Serbia with countries of the region, EU, and the world;
• Provide operational support to the activities under the project/portfolio, including logistic and administrative support to on-line trainings, workshops, conferences and other events;  
• Provide support to communication activities;
• Attend conferences and events, help with their preparation, ensure invitations sending, logistical organisation, etc.
• Perform any other duties within the scope of the project/portfolio, as required;
• When required facilitate effective communications and information management support and provide executive support to the senior management;
• Provide support to external relations activities. 

Competencies

• Consistently ensures timeliness and quality of project work; 
• Evidence of ability to express ideas clearly;
• Shares knowledge and experience; 
• Focuses on results and responds positively to feedback; 
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; 
• Demonstrates integrity by modelling ethical standards;
• Full computer literacy;
• Analytical, writing, editing and verbal skills for communicating with broad and diverse stakeholders in Serbian and English;
• Excellent organizational skills. 

Required Skills and Experience

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
• Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.

Language requirement:

Excellent knowledge of written and oral English language is required. Knowledge of Serbian language would be considered an asset. 

Internship Conditions

Status

Interns are not considered as having the status of a staff member. During the internship with UNDP, interns are subject to the Regulations Governing the Status, Basic Rights and Duties of Officials other than Secretariat Officials, and Experts on Mission (ST/SGB/2002/9). 

Interns must not represent UNDP in any official capacity or commit resources on its behalf. 

Duration

The normal duration of internship is no less than six weeks and no more than six months. Internship assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis throughout the year, depending on the availability of meaningful assignments and the needs and capacity of offices to receive and supervise interns.

Medical Insurance

Interns are responsible for securing adequate medical insurance for the duration of their internship with UNDP and must provide a medical certificate of good health prior to starting the internship. UNDP will not reimburse the medical insurance of the intern. Any costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship assignment will be the responsibility of the intern.

Expenses

Where an intern is not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation or scholarship programme, a stipend intended to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station, will be paid by the receiving office.

Subsequent Employment

There is no expectation of employment with UNDP following an internship.

Termination 

The internship can be terminated by either UNDP or the intern for any reason upon giving two weeks’ notice. 

Responsibilities and obligations of the office and the supervisor:

The receiving office and supervisors must create a working environment conducive to interns’ substantive learning and professional development. 

Offices must:

(a) Ensure that an intern’s assignment is at the appropriate level of complexity and variety;

(b) Ensure proper supervision of the intern;

(c) Ensure that the intern is informed of UN’s policy on Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and Abuse of Authority and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

(d) Prepare terms of reference describing the tasks of interns in the office; and

(e) Provide constructive feedback to the intern regarding their performance.

The shortlisted applicants will be required to submit the following documentation: 

• Copy of his/her most recent resume or curriculum vitae.
• Letter from his/her university confirming current enrolment and graduation date or copy of diploma if already graduated.
• Copy of his/her school transcript.
• Endorsement letter or letter of reference in English language from a faculty member with University heading, signed and stamped.

The successful candidate will be asked to provide, prior to commencing work, the following documentation:

• A signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
• Medical Certificate of Good Health.
• Proof of medical insurance valid for Serbia throughout the duration of the Internship.

Applications not in accordance with the mandatory requirements will NOT be considered.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Background

CORPORATE BACKGROUND

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP Cambodia Country Office (CO) works in partnership with the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC), non-government organizations, civil society organizations, community-based organizations, multilateral aid agencies, bilateral donors, and the private sector to accelerate the achievement of Cambodia Sustainable Development Goals (CSDGs) and other national development priorities as set out in the Pentagonal Strategy for realizing the national vision 2050. 

INTERNSHIP OFFICE BACKGROUND

In Cambodia, the UNDP Country Programme Document 2024-2028 (CPD) identified three transformational shifts as priorities for support during the next five years. The first shift is toward an economic growth model that accelerates inclusive growth, economic diversification, and human development. The second shift involves championing just energy transition, climate action and nature-based solutions as the foundation for national wealth, well-being, and resilience to shocks. The third shift is towards strengthening institutions, civic space, and participation as enablers for inclusive growth, access to rights and equal opportunities for all, whilst ensuring that the society at large is using the full potential of digital transformation. The CPD is aligned to national priorities and policies, particularly Cambodia’s vision 2050 and the Pentagonal Strategy-Phase 1 2024-2028.

Areas of internship include:

• Programmes and Projects
• Operations (Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Procurement and Information Communication Technology - ICT)
• Coordination
• Communications
• Management and Oversight

Duration

• Internship assignments vary in length according to the academic requirements of the intern, as well as the needs of UNDP. Assignments normally last a minimum of six weeks and a maximum of six months. An internship may last up to nine months if the intern can demonstrate that it will award them an educational credit for a course.
• Internship assignments completed as part of national service obligations or a postgraduate professional traineeship program may last up to 12 months.  
• Internship assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis.

Required documents:

The successful applicants are to submit the following documents to HR Unit prior to the start of assignment:

• Duly completed UNDP internship application form;
• Most recent resume or curriculum vitae (CV);
• A letter from university confirming the current enrollment and expected graduation date or a copy of university degree if graduated;
• University transcript;
• Certificate of good health;
• A proof of medical insurance (inpatient and outpatient) covering the internship period;
• A copy of national passport or national ID card;
• Photo (white background).

*Note: The above documents will be requested from applicant after the completion of intern's recruitment, therefore, it doesn't require at the time of application submission (except resume/cv).

Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties that the intern will be expected to carry out are:

• Supporting in conducting research and analysis;
• Assisting in the preparation of various documentation and reports;
• Assisting in the cataloguing of information;
• Assisting in the organization of conferences, workshops, meetings or other collaborative events;  
• Contributing in the development of communication and knowledge product and visibility promotion;
• Supporting and contributing to oversight activities (evaluation/audit/spotcheck plan for projects).

Competencies

Other competencies and attitude:

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a team and in a multicultural environment;
• Positive attitude towards learning and sharing;
• Ability to perform a variety of repetitive and routine tasks and duties related to event management;
• Ability to organize time, balance workload and complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities;
• Demonstrates ability to quickly shift from one task to another to meet multiple support needs; 
• Establishes, builds, and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to facilitate the provision of support.

Required Skills and Experience

Education: 

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
• Have recently graduated with a university degree as defined above and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this programme.

Skills and Experience:

• Good communication skills, including writing emails, reports, meeting minutes and summaries;
• Experience in coordinating multiple stakeholders, including through meetings and events;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software, Windows 10 and Mac operating system; 
• Knowledge and experience with communication Apps such as Zoom, Microsoft Team, Google Meet.

Language skills:

• Fluent in Khmer and English, both spoken and written for national intern.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written for international intern.

INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS

• UNDP will not pay interns for the internship but will provide an in-person stipend in the amount of USD 234.37 monthly in accordance with the provisions of the UNDP internship policy; all other expenses connected with it will be borne by the intern or the intern’s sponsoring Government or institution;
• UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship. The intern will provide proof of enrolment in a health insurance plan and a medical certificate of good health prior to the start of the internship;
• The internship cannot be foreshortened for the purposes of taking up another position with UNDP;
• UNDP accepts no responsibility for any claims by any parties where the loss of or damage to their property, death or personal injury was caused by their actions or omission of action during the internship;
• The interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging their travel to and from the duty station (if applicable) where the internship will be performed;
• There is no expectation of employment following the internship;
• Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
• Interns need to obtain financing for subsistence and make own arrangements for internship, travel, accommodation, etc.

Disclaimer

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.  

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 

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