Jordan: Internship for Jordan Program
Amman
- Organization: GGGI - Global Green Growth Institute
- Location: Amman
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Project and Programme Management
- Closing Date: Closed
Jordan: Internship for Jordan Program
The Global Green Growth Institute internship program (also called "Grow Green" Program) provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGI’s operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, in particular, nationals of developing countries, with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), headquartered in Seoul, Republic of Korea, is an intergovernmental organization founded to support and promote a model of economic growth known as green growth, which targets key aspects of economic performance such as poverty reduction and job creation, as well as social inclusion and environmental sustainability. GGGI works with countries around the world, building their capacity and working collaboratively on green growth policies that can impact the lives of millions. The organization partners with countries, multilateral institutions, government bodies, and the private sector to help build economies that achieve strong growth and are less carbon-intensive, more resilient to climate change, and more efficient and sustainable in the use of natural resources.
GGGI's Internship Program is a project-oriented learning opportunity for students and recent graduates (within the last 12 months) to gain experience through specific assignments based on GGGI's current operational needs. GGGI welcomes motivated, open-minded, and self-directed individuals to apply. You will be given an opportunity to work directly with outstanding and inspiring Green Growth professionals, participate in workshops and meetings, and contribute to analytical work as well as innovative rethinking on green growth.
We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to work with us in Jordan Country Office Team and provide substantive support to the program.
In Jordan, GGGI serves as an embedded strategic and technical advisor to the Government of Jordan, supporting the Ministry of Environment and other national institutions (line ministries, municipalities, and national finance institutions) with enhancing access to climate finance and achieving implementation of the Green Growth National Action Plan (GG-NAP) and Nationally Determined Contribution (NDCs). To achieve this objective, GGGI is currently implementing a growing portfolio of projects including the “Creating sustainable green jobs for refugees and host communities through the green economy in Jordan” project, as well as initiatives in sustainable transport, climate finance, and circular economy.
The intern will support the team in collecting data, drafting reports, documenting stories and providing logistic support. More specifically, the assignment will include the following but not limited to:
• Conduct analytical research in support of the delivery of the program
• Assist in writing, editing, and designing technical reports and knowledge products
• Engage with various stakeholders and government officials associated with the projects to support day-to-day activities on monitoring, external communication, coordination, etc.
• Accompany project team when required to meetings and field visits
• Support in creating and designing innovative content (infographics, videos, gifs, etc.) for social media.
• Support the organization of events including welcoming guests, providing photographic coverage, Twitter and Facebook posts, video coverage with short interviews, recording of conferences, meeting summary reports (meeting minutes), and designing event materials such as invitations, banners, and so on.
• Assist in developing brochures and info sheets, to ensure high-quality, engaging, and current published material in both digital and print formats
• Provide ad-hoc support to project managers in the GGGI Jordan Country Program.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants to the GGGI internship program must at the time of application meet the following requirements:
- Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s (final year), Master’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
- Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work.
- Possess an excellent command of English.
QUALIFICATION
- Academic background in Climate Change and Sustainable Development, public policy, international studies, environmental policy, economics, business, communications, or a related field preferred.
- Familiarity with or ability to quickly learn various topics of sustainable development.
- Excellent English communication skills, particularly writing and/or editing experience in one or more fields related to green growth or international topics in a professional context.
- English is the working language of GGGI. Proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable and a plus.
- Proven computer literacy in standard office software applications, standard Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and graphic design skills (brochure and promotion materials design, photo and video editing) as well as the willingness to learn new tools will be considered an advantage.
- Good interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds and time zones.
- Jordan national. We also encourage female applicants to apply.
SELECTION PROCESS
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- GGGI evaluates applications based on: eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any); and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work.
- Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Duration: The internship program is for at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin your internship either prior to or within 12 months of graduation.
Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 per month (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns themselves or sponsoring institutions.
Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.
Travel: Intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location.
Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.
Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any and all unpublished information obtained during the course of the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information.
Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.
Working Hours: interns are expected to work during normal working hours. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.
Learning Outcomes: before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.
Certificate: provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request.
Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.