Procurement Intern

• Data Acquisition and Validation

  • Familiarize with relevant data sources (e-Sourcing, One UNOPS, Country level reports)

  • Extract, transform, and load (ETL) data for analysis

  • Ensure data quality and address any data cleaning or validation needs

  • Support the development of a KPI dictionary for the pilot 

• Data Analysis and Interpretation

  • Perform data analysis using statistical methods and relevant tools

  • Identify trends, patterns, and insights from the data

  • Develop and maintain data models and reports

• Communication and Collaboration

  • Assist with the development of dashboards, reports, and key conclusions from the analysis of procurement data. 

  • Present data analysis results to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner

  • Collaborate with relevant practices and project teams to translate insights into actionable recommendations

  • Support the drafting of communication and capacity building materials related to health related work packages 

• Knowledge Sharing and Capacity Building 

  • Assist with the production of materials, planning and coordination of capacity building and knowledge management sessions

At the end of this internship, the successful candidate will have gained in: 

• Exposure to and experience in procurement at the corporate level, core function within UNOPS;

• Exposure to medicines procurement in the context of development and public procurement;

• Exposure to an international multicultural work environment and team;

• Exposure to headquarters and country offices.

a. Education and qualifications       

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent is required.

• To be eligible for this particular internship with UNOPS, the candidate must be studying towards a university degree or have graduated in the past three years in the following areas: data science, information technology, health science, health informatics, data analytics, public health or other related field. 

• Advanced computer literacy is required and may include skills such as: Advanced Excel / Google Sheet skills, advanced Powerpoint / Google Slides skills, advanced Word / Google Docs skills 

b. Work Experience 

• Previous experience in data analysis or  data management particularly within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sector is an advantage 

• Experience in using and creating dashboards in visualization tools such as Google Sheets / Google Data Studio, PowerBI, and Tableau is an asset.

• Work experience in the pharmaceutical industry, medicines regulation or pharmaceutical supply chain management is an advantage 

c. Language skills

• Fluency in English is a requirement.

• Fluency in French is highly desirable. 

• Knowledge of another UN language such as Spanish, Russian, Chinese or Arabic will be considered an asset.

IMPORTANT: It is highly encouraged that applicants submit a Cover Letter with their CV that outlines their motivation for participating in this internship.