New York Programme
Assistant Internships
 The Quaker UN Office funds two Programme Assistants (PAs) each year to serve for a year long period. These are entry-level internships for college graduates who are interested in international affairs and the UN, have a commitment to Friends (Quaker) principles of peace, non-violence, and equality, and have not had a similar experience before. The positions provide those individuals selected with an informal extension to their education in international issues, while they assist QUNO staff with programme and administrative tasks. This is a year for first-hand observation of international organisations and the study of issues on the multilateral agenda. Graduates of our programme report it has been a valuable experience, applicable to their subsequent life work.
PROGRAMME ASSISTANT ACTIVITIES
The Programme Assistant position begins in August, before the opening of the General Assembly (September to December). For this busy first quarter of the year the two PAs work closely with programme staff in following the schedule of meetings related to the activities of the General Assembly, attend meetings at the General Assembly, and become more oriented with the UN and other NGOs working with the UN. The later portion of the year gives time for monitoring, research and interpretation of one or more substantial issues of common interest to the PA and QUNO. PAs also write articles and briefing papers, and speak to various groups such as schools and Quaker groups about issues in and around the United Nations. By participating in these activities, Programme Assistants learn first hand how NGO's function at the UN system. Guidance is provided through ongoing consultations with programme staff.
Programme Assistants also gain administrative experience by assisting for approximately fifteen hours a week with office tasks such as preparing mailings, filing, attending to phones, taking care of visitors, supporting the general operations of the office, and participate in the selection process for the internship program. PAs share in preparing for and participating in meetings organized by QUNO at Quaker House and elsewhere. At Quaker House this involves greeting guests, assisting in hosting and serving, and cleaning up.
TERMS
This appointment is for one year, beginning on August 18, 2008 and terminating on August 28, 2009.
This is a stipended position, with the annual stipend totaling around $19,000.
Comprehensive medical and hospitalization plan; term life, accident and salary continuation insurances, defined benefit pension plan, plus fringe benefits; participation in unemployment and worker’s compensation and social security.
The deadline for the return of both the application and the references is Friday, February 9, 2008. Applications received after this date will not be eligible for consideration.
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The AFSC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified persons are encouraged to apply regardless of their religious
affiliation, race, sex, sexual orientation or nature of disability.
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