Job Vacancy: Inclusive Business Program Intern, SI SPHERE

POSTING TITLE: Inclusive Business Program Intern, SI SPHERE 

TYPE OF CONTRACT: 3-6 months contract 

LOCATION: UN Global Compact Network Thailand, True Digital Park, Sukhumvit 101, Bangkok, Thailand 

HELP US DELIVER THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN THAILAND 

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the collective plan of global commitments required to end extreme poverty and hunger, tackle climate change and create a more peaceful, just, and equitable world by 2030. This is a significant multi-stakeholder effort which cannot be delivered by Governments and Civil Society alone. The actions, innovations and finances of the private sector are critical to our ability to deliver.  

This is where the UN Global Compact comes in: we are the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative with over 25,000 participating companies in 162 countries, and 69 Local Networks around the world. We enable and support companies across all sectors, geographies and sizes in their efforts to be more responsible and sustainable, and help the world achieve the SDGs.  

Today fully 84% of participating companies have activities to advance the SDGs. However, the world needs more ambition and scale from the private sector: only 39% of companies have corporate goals aligned to societal or environmental needs; only 46% companies have aligned their strategy to societal or environmental needs; and only 37% are designing business models to meet societal or environmental needs.    

We are an ambitious team, energized behind our mission of mobilizing a global movement of responsible companies and organizations to create the world we want. Our ambition is to accelerate and scale the global collective impact of business by upholding the Ten Principles and delivering the SDGs through accountable companies and ecosystems that enable change.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Inclusive Business Program Intern, SI SPHERE will work under the supervision of the Project Manager, SI SPHERE. The Inclusive Business Program Intern will assist in developing and implementing strategic work plan of projects and activities under UNGCNT program namely, Business and Human Rights, Anti-corruption, Sustainable-Intelligence (SI) PHERE, and relevant others. 

• Project Management and Coordination 

• Assist Project Managers in developing and implementing work plan of UNGCNT activities   

• Support various initiatives and interventions of UNGCNT, including research, analysis, publication, knowledge products, capacity building, workshops, and seminars for youth, and participating companies 

• Visit and organize events outside of the office at universities, institutions, and other organizations as required. Ensure timely activity notifications and project updates. 

• Coordinate and maintain relationships and synergies between UN Global Compact Network Thailand internal team and external parties. 

• Commit to a five-day work week, with the ability to work on Saturdays and Sundays when the project organizes activities, with compensatory holidays on weekdays. 

• Communications 

• Support in planning and executing communication and outreach with youth groups or partners as required both online and onsite 

• Administrative support 

• Develop, prepare, or contribute to various technical outputs and materials, including proposals, concept notes and agendas, workshop materials, presentations, and reports.  

COMPETENCIES 

• Educational and Experience Requirement 

• Education: A senior or newly graduated student from the first-level university degree, preferably social science, law, sustainability management or related fields 

• Experience: Leadership experience on project management. Participated in youth-related activities and programs at both national and international levels. Had experience working on issues related to youth development and sustainability especially projects or activities on youth and business sector are preferred. Understanding artificial intelligence, technologies, soft skills, and human resource development are advantages.  

• Language skills:  

• Proficiency in Thai and English is required.  

• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing 

• Computer/ Technical skills: 

• Essential communications and analytics tools:  Excel, PowerPoint, Word 

• Knowledge of other online working platforms such as Discord, Asana, or other tools are beneficial but not required. 

• Understanding social media tools and communication approach with young people is beneficial. 

• Team players 

• Value others' ideas and expertise  

• Willing to learn from others 

• Place team agenda before personal agenda 

• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position 

• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. 

• Communication 

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively 

• Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately 

• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication 

• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience 

• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed 

CORE VALUES 

• Integrity: Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviors; acts without consideration of personal gain; resists undue political pressure in decision-making; does not abuse power or authority; stands by decisions that are in the Organization's interest, even if they are unpopular; and takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior. 

• Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; and remains calm in stressful situations. 

• Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with people from all backgrounds; treats all people with dignity and respect; treats people from all gender and culture equally; shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making, examines own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses, and does not discriminate against any individual or group. 

RECRUITMENT PROCESS 

• Please include the Resume and completed assignment (as file attached) in your e-mail submission to info@globalcompact-th.com with the subject heading “Inclusive Business Program Intern, SI SPHERE” 

• Applications will be accepted until February 7, 2025. 

• Given the anticipated volume of submissions, only highly qualified candidates will be contacted.