The Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking (FAST) Initiative, a flagship programme of the SFH, focuses on mobilizing the financial sector to contribute to the achievement of SDG 8.7, which seeks to eradicate forced labor, end modern slavery, and human trafficking. FAST has entered its third phase (2024–2030), emphasizing sustainable finance solutions and targeted interventions in high-risk countries.
The Event and Knowledge Management Intern will support FAST's critical activities by assisting in programme management, event coordination, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects addressing modern slavery and trafficking through innovative financing mechanisms.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Event and Knowledge Management intern will work under the guidance from the Sustainable Finance Programme Manager, and direct supervision of the FAST Initiative Project Coordinator. S/he will also work in close collaboration with other SFH team members, and with the Business and Human Rights colleagues. The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:
Event Management Support:
Support in the organization of in-person, virtual, and hybrid multi-stakeholder consultations, roundtables, and bilateral meetings and events
Coordinate logistics for events, including invitations, agendas, and follow-up materials
Assist in event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all activities run smoothly
Assist in addressing any issues or emergencies that arise during the event promptly and effectively
Support the preparation of pre- and post-event surveys and survey data analysis
Maintain updated records of event calendar and participant engagement metrics
Assist with maintaining event contact lists.
Knowledge Management Support:
Assist in documenting key insights, recommendations, and stakeholder commitments during consultations
Assist in drafting events debriefings, outcome reports, presentations, and communication materials for internal and external stakeholders
Support the development and maintenance of knowledge repositories, including resource materials and tools for stakeholders
Support the dissemination of knowledge shared at events via Intranet and Viva Engage
Support the creation of Intranet sites, Teams Channels, SharePoint Folders, and material kits (including slide decks, promotional materials, follow-up materials) for recurring (training) events
Assist in maintaining effective communication channels to address inquiries, and provide updates
Support Public Communications and Content Development:
Work with team members to support communications planning to promote knowledge products and activities across social media, email (regular and ad-hoc content), and events
Update content related to events in FAST's digital platforms, including its website and intranet.
Administrative Support:
Support implementation of FAST workplan through document preparation and process management
Maintain detailed records, and contribute to staff meetings and progress reports for FAST project activities.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
Education:
Field of study required: Hospitality, public relations, international development, international relations, economics, political affairs, knowledge management, project management, or sustainable finance.
Eligibility:
Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.
Experience:
Experience in data analysis, demonstrated through university coursework is required
A minimum of 1 year of experience in event planning and management or project management, preferably within international organizations or similar settings is highly desired
A minimum of 1 year of experience in capacity development and knowledge management, preferably in sustainable finance or sustainable development through either academic coursework/research and/or professional experience is highly desired
Experience with multilateral organizations or bilateral donor agencies is desired
Knowledge of and/or familiarity in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking through coursework and/or professional experience is an asset.
IT skills:
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of products is required
Familiar with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, R, etc.) is desired.
Language skills:
Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
