The Peacekeeping Training Programme Unit (PTPU) offers a traineeship to university or postgraduate students. The traineeship is designed to allow the trainee to strengthen his or her knowledge and gain practical experience with the learning and training field, focusing on training security sector actors.

Within the framework of UNITAR, the Division for Peace supports the establishment of peaceful, just and inclusive societies through enabling individuals, institutions and organizations to contribute meaningfully to sustainable peace. The Division provides a range of capacity-building solutions, including but not limited to training and facilitation, coaching and mentoring, e-learning, online courses and academic programmes, advocacy, and advisory. The division's thematic portfolio includes such areas as peace operations; peace-making and conflict prevention; counterterrorism and preventing/countering violent extremism; disarmament, demobilization and reintegration; weapons and ammunition management; youth, peace and security; women, peace and security; and rule of law.

PTPU is now accepting applications from qualified applicants interested in working for a period of six months on a full-time basis, home-based, in one of the four roles described below. Candidates are currently enrolled in a university or postgraduate study or have been graduated within the previous two years.

Under the supervision of the Specialist, Peacekeeping Training Programme Unit, the trainee will support the programme unit, in compliance with the Institute relevant policies, guidelines, procedures and processes, with financial and accounting tasks within the unit.

In collaboration with the supervisor, the trainee will develop a plan with tasks and learning objectives for the traineeship. The traineeship is intended to allow trainees to develop specific skills and competencies.

This plan will include the following main tasks, depending on the specific role of the trainee:

• Support in regular monitoring and analysis of the programme unit accounts
• Support in creation of effective budget models and forecasting budgeting needs for project development.
• Support in preparation of reports of income received within a specified period.
• Support the Programme Unit in preparation of summary and financial reports of the programme unit’s accounts.
• Assist in data validation to ensure data integrity, accuracy and completeness from a financial accounting perspective.

Performs other duties as instructed by the supervisor.

By the end of the traineeship, the incumbent will be able to:

• Have improved skills related to the finance, accounting, and budgeting in the context of programme management
• Have gained direct experience in working within an international team of UN experts and staff.
• Strengthened knowledge on SDG’s
• Apply time management skills in order to respect tight deadlines.

Education

The applicant is currently enrolled in a graduate or postgraduate study, or has obtained their diploma in the previous two years, in one of the following areas:

• Finance
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Statistics or any other relevant discipline

Professional certification in accounting is an added advantage and highly desirable.

Other Qualifications:

• Computer Literacy. Strong MS Office skills (advanced Excel skills are required)
• Proficiency in English and French Language
• Entry level knowledge of data and statistical analysis
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.

Skills required

The candidate has organizational skills, shows initiative and dedication, demonstrates independence at work, and gives attention to detail. He or she is a self-starter, out of the box thinker, and solution oriented. In addition, excellent communication skills (both written and oral) are essential to be able to work in a team.  Motivation for continuous learning is essential.