Intern - Trade Facilitation

Work Location ITC Headquarters (Geneva, Switzerland) Expected duration 4 months from ASAP Duties and Responsibilities BACKGROUND: The International Trade Centre (ITC) assists developing and transition economy countries to take advantage of expanding trade opportunities in an increasingly complex global environment. ITC supports export impact for good, promoting sustainable and inclusive development goals through trade and focussing in particular on the needs of small-and medium enterprises (SMEs). Located within the Division of Market Development (DMD), the Business-driven Trade Facilitation and Investment Facilitation (BTIF) section and specifically the Trade and Investment Facilitation (TIF) unit is a technically focused team whose primary role is to improve the business environment (national and regional) for the benefit of exporters in developing and transition economies. The TIF unit contributes to enhancing exporters’ competitiveness through technical assistance in specific areas, such as trade and investment facilitation, which has a direct impact on improving the business environment for exporters. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Under the overall supervision of the Associate Programme Officer, the selected intern will: • Assist in coordination and delivery of activities, including events, missions, or conferences to support the implementation of the Trade facilitation reforms and in particular the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) in developing countries • Assist in basic research on selected aspects of trade law, trade facilitation and trade policy and keep abreast of relevant topics to provide regular updates • Contribute to the daily implementation of trade facilitation projects • Contribute to the development of concept notes, technical papers and PowerPoint presentation on trade-related topics • Contribute to the organization of workshops and coaching sessions, including regional workshops; and • Assist in mapping and monitoring outreach activities and contribute to outreach activities and high-level events of interest of the team. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. Qualifications/special skills a) Be enrolled in the final academic year of the first university degree programme in computer science, information management or related field (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); OR b) Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);OR c) Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation. SKILLS • Knowledge of international trade issues • Ability to write clearly and concisely is essential • Ability to work with efficiency, competence and integrity and in harmony with people from different backgrounds is essential Languages • Advanced knowledge of English is required • knowledge of French is desirable • Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage Additional Information Not available. Intern Specific text Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.