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Partnerships Intern Jobs in Juba, Central Equatoria, South Sudan at UNOPS
Title: Partnerships Intern
Company: UNOPS
Location: Juba, Central Equatoria, South Sudan
Job Highlight
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in partnership development and communications within a leading UN organization. The intern will contribute to meaningful projects, develop valuable skills, and gain exposure to international development and cooperation.
About
About the Project Office
Since 2005, UNOPS has supported South Sudan’s development through critical infrastructure projects that improve access to essential services and livelihoods, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Efforts focus on the design, construction, and rehabilitation of roads, airstrips, ports, and bridges to enhance connectivity and promote economic activity. UNOPS also builds schools, health facilities, and government offices to strengthen basic service delivery and institutional capacity. In addition to infrastructure, UNOPS provides procurement and operational support to the Government and development partners, enabling efficient and transparent implementation of key initiatives. All efforts are geared toward improving socio-economic conditions, fostering resilience, and supporting long-term development across South Sudan.
Role Purpose
The Partnerships Intern will provide support to the Partnerships Specialist and the ETMCO South Sudan team in business development, communication, and research activities, contributing to the enhancement and growth of UNOPS' portfolio in the region.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Under the overall supervision of the Partnerships Specialist, the Partnerships Intern will have an opportunity to get a job training and will be working on the below listed tasks; Business Development Support
- Assist in updating the Business Strategy to help enhance and grow UNOPS' portfolio.
- Support in identifying new business development opportunities by researching client needs and UNOPS' value proposition.
- Help gather background information on potential partners and opportunities, and assist in developing and updating partner profiles.
- Assist with analyzing industry trends and understanding their relevance to business development processes.
- Support the identification of potential partnerships.
- Help develop action plans and follow-up steps for business acquisition and partnership development based on the strategy.
- Assist in creating content (e.g., text and visuals) for promotional materials.
- Contribute to drafting sections of proposals, concept notes, and other documents related to engagement processes.
- Assist in preparing presentations and supporting materials for partner meeting.
- Help organize and support the coordination of promotional events and high-level meetings.
- Assist in monitoring and following up on business acquisition progress.
- Help with managing contacts and communication with potential partners.
- Provide documentation support, including taking meeting notes, archiving documents, and preparing weekly/monthly activity reports.
Communication Support
- Assist in providing general operational support to the Communications and Advocacy teams on various projects and activities.
- Help liaise with external vendors (e.g., translators, copy editors, graphic designers, web developers) to ensure deliverables meet UNOPS standards.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and preparing briefing notes.
- Support event management activities, including preparing invitation letters, assisting with event organization and implementation, and helping with webinars and video/audio calls.
- Help maintain and update data systems, including managing key documents, audiovisual assets, and contact databases.
- Support communications and outreach efforts, including updating the UNOPS website and social media channels, and drafting monthly newsletters.
- Assist with other communication and administrative tasks as assigned by the team.
Research Support
- Assist in producing reports, surveys, charts/graphs, forecasts, and other research deliverables.
- Help collect and analyze data on trends and potential market impacts to inform decision-making.
Training Components and Learning Elements
- The incumbent will have access to project and portfolio documentation to learn about project management and development cooperation in the areas the portfolio covers. They will have the opportunity to join official meetings and learn about UNOPS, the UN, and multilateral cooperation. The incumbent will gain exposure to key stakeholders, multi-partner donors, international non-governmental organizations, and other representatives.
- The incumbent will also have full access to the UNOPS intranet, Google Currents/Communities of Practice (COPs) in Project Management, Gender Mainstreaming, Innovation and Research, Sustainable Infrastructure, etc.
Participation In Missions or Trainings
- The incumbent will have access to the UNOPS Learning Zone and may apply for training in Programme Management, Gender Mainstreaming, Coaching, and mandatory training as per UNOPS policy.
Education Requirements
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree is required, preferably in Marketing Management, Public Relations, Political Science or related fields.
- Applicants should have graduated from the above-stated fields within three (3) years prior to the date of the application for the internship.
Requirements
Experience Requirements
Required:
- Internship positions are intended for recent graduates with no prior work experience. Any misrepresentation of work experience on a candidate's profile will be grounds for disqualification
Desired:
- While no prior work experience is required, Skills in researching, writing and editing content that is clear, concise and effectively conveying key messages to target audiences is an asset.
- Detailed, focused and ability to work in a fast- paced, deadline oriented environment is an advantage.