INTERN - GENDER AND
CLIMATE CHANGE, Johannesburg
Gender and Climate
Change
Promising Practices
in Climate Change in Sub-Saharan Africa
Promising Practices
in Climate Change in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Training Manual on
Gender & Climate Change
Training Manual on
Gender & Climate Change
Gender, Food
Security, Climate Change
Gender, Food
Security, Climate Change
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INTERN - GENDER AND
CLIMATE CHANGE
Location :Johannesburg, SOUTH AFRICA
Application Deadline
:21-Apr-13
Additional CategoryWomen's
Empowerment
Type of Contract :Internship
Post Level :Intern
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :(date
when the selected candidate is expected to start)
06-May-2013
Duration of Initial
Contract :3 months
Expected Duration of
Assignment :3 months
Background
An analysis of development from a gender perspective makes
it clear that as with poverty, hunger and disease, the impacts of climate
change will be closely linked to gender equality and women’s empowerment
because of the socially constructed gender roles .
There is now sufficient evidence to demonstrate that
societies with more gender equality are less likely to suffer the brunt of
climate change. There is continually progressive evidence to show that women
and men experience climate change differently and that gender inequalities
worsen women’s coping capacities. Further, it has been acknowledged that women
are important agents of change and hold significant knowledge and skills
related to mitigation and adaptation to climate change. This is so, especially,
as climate change will tend to exacerbate existing environmentally related
risks and vulnerabilities, it will also reinforce existing inequalities: women
and children are especially vulnerable, not least as they tend to be the least
able to cope.
In this regard, a Gender and Climate Change Reader for
Africa was commissioned by the UNDP Regional Service Centre in Johannesburg. The study’s main aim was to
examine the linkage between gender and climate change and how the socially
constructed roles of men and women determine their adaptive capacity to climate
change. Through the collection of country case studies (Kenya, Mozambique,
South Africa and Zambia), the
study also endeavored to document women as agents of change in adaptation to
climate change. The final draft of the Reader has been submitted to the UNDP
Regional Service Centre.
In order to finalize the Reader, for dissemination and
publication, there is a need to undertake a validation and editorial exercise.
This exercise will be undertaken through an internship. The UNDP Regional
Service Centre, Gender and Environment teams , therefore seek to engage an
intern at Master’s degree or PhD level to undertake the finalization of the
Reader
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Regional Environment Programme
Project Manager and the Gender Practice Team Leader, the intern shall perform
tasks that will finalize the Gender and Climate Change Reader for dissemination
and publishing.
Specific duties and responsibilities:
Validation of the
Reader
Cross check and
update references in the reader;
Ensure that all
facts that are referenced and quoted are adequately acknowledged;
Refine the lessons
learnt to reflect key issues for policy makers, project planners and designers;
Refine the
recommendations into clear actionable points for the different audiences.
Edit the case studies
Ensure that the
case studies are edited for consistency.
Proof read and edit the Reader
Proof read and
edit the Reader to ensure consistency and flow;
Design and format
the layout of the reader;
Add and insert
tables and graphs to enhance comprehension of facts;
Add text boxes as
appropriate;
Incorporate
comments as provided;
Ensure the
publication is in line with UNDP’s corporate guideline on publications.
Deliverable
A gender and
climate change reader that is ready for dissemination and publication
Competencies
Technical /
Functional Competencies:
- Excellent writing and researching skills;
- Strong analytical aptitude, communication and presentation skills;
- Good organizational, time management and strong interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work flexibly and meet tight deadlines;
- Attention to details and proven ability to work independently and effectively;
- Computer proficiency;
- Fluency in both written and spoken English is required.
Personal Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to receive / integrate feedback;
- Works collaboratively with team members by sharing information openly and displaying cultural awareness and sensitivity;
- Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external partners;
- Positive and results-oriented attitude
Corporate
Competencies
- Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values (especially the approach that UNDP takes towards, gender, trade and human development );
- Practices adherence to corporate rules, regulations and procedures;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Required Skills and
Experience
Education:
Currently enrolled
in a Master’s degree or PhD programme as a full-time student in a development
related field;
Experience:
Knowledge and
experience in Africa in the area of gender and
climate change;
Proven record in
the writing of research papers, reports and publications;
Work experience
considered as an asset;
Candidates
enrolled in a PhD programme will have an added advantage;
Note:
Official letter
from the University confirming enrollment in a graduate-level degree programme;
Have a valid visa
to work in South Africa
Letter of
endorsement from a faculty member who has worked with the student in the recent
past and who is knowledgeable on the student’s performance;
Complete and sign
the “Application Form” which is available at http://www.undp.org/internships.
UNDP accepts
interns for a minimum of 6 weeks and a maximum of 6 months.
UNDP does not pay
for Internships. Interns are not financially remunerated. The costs associated
with the latter must be borne by the nominating institution, related
institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance
to its students; or by the student, who will have to obtain financing for
subsistence and make his or her own arrangements for travel, accommodation, etc.
Proof of medical
and life/accident insurance valid for the location in which the internship will
be carried out
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.
Closing Date: Sunday,
21 April 2013
