Overview

The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) offers a six-month Strategic Engagement Internship, providing an opportunity for students and recent graduates to gain practical experience in international development and sustainable finance.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing briefing notes and engagement materials for senior management.
Developing tailored partnership documents for various stakeholders.
Conducting research on donor priorities and development finance trends.
Supporting UNCDF’s positioning across priority countries.
Conducting donor research to inform funding initiatives.
Preparing presentations for outreach to potential contributors.
Supporting secretariat functions for investment committees.
Contributing to women's economic empowerment initiatives.

Requirements

Enrollment in a postgraduate program or recent graduate.
Field of study: International Affairs, Development, Economics, Finance, or related disciplines.
Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Able to work in multicultural environments.