Intern – Development Coordination Associate
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| Company Name | Urban Resilience Hub by UN-Habitat’s CRGP |
| Company Type | NGO |
| Job Type | Internship |
| Salary Range | Market Competitive |
| Location | Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka |
| Qualifications | None / No Formal Education |
| Experience | No Experience / Fresh |
Job Overview
The Urban Resilience Hub, an initiative within UN-Habitat’s City Resilience Global Programme (CRGP), is seeking an Intern – Development Coordination Associate in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This role involves supporting the communication of the latest news, ideas, and actions to enhance urban resilience and sustainability worldwide, inviting contributions from experts and city representatives.
Company Overview
The Urban Resilience Hub, an initiative within UN-Habitat’s City Resilience Global Programme (CRGP), is dedicated to enhancing urban resilience and sustainability globally. It serves as a platform for sharing news, ideas, and actions, fostering collaboration among academics, experts, practitioners, and city representatives to explore and implement resilient urban strategies. UN-Habitat is the United Nations programme working towards a better urban future.
Quick Details
- Salary Range: Market Competitive
- Job Type: Internship
- Qualifications: None / Open to all applicants
- Experience: No Experience / Fresh
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in coordinating development activities and projects related to urban resilience.
- Support communication efforts, including drafting content for the Urban Resilience Hub website and publications.
- Research and compile information on urban resilience best practices and case studies.
- Help organize virtual and in-person events, workshops, and webinars.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of programme activities.
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the CRGP team.
Requirements
- Enrolled in a graduate school programme (Master’s degree or equivalent, or higher) or in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent). If graduated, must commence internship within one year of graduation.
- Strong interest in urban development, resilience, and sustainability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment.
- Demonstrated research and analytical skills.
Benefits
- Gain hands-on experience in international urban development and resilience.
- Work with a leading UN agency (UN-Habitat) and contribute to global initiatives.
- Opportunity to network with experts, practitioners, and city representatives worldwide.
- Enhance professional skills in communication, coordination, and research.
- Contribute to meaningful work that promotes sustainable urban futures.
- Exposure to a diverse and inclusive international work environment.