Intern

GGGI Vietnam is recruiting the following position:

• Title: Intern

Please send the application directly to GGGI  by the following link: https://careers.gggi.org/vacancy/internship-for-vietnam-program-539567.html

Date to close: (23:59 KST) 17/10/2023

INTERNSHIP FOR VIETNAM PROGRAM

GENERAL INFORMATION

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. 

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a talented individual to work with us in the GGGI Vietnam Office to provide operational support, specifically in relation to carrying out day to day activities of the budget units.

The assignment will include the following but not limited to :

• Market and field research on green growth in general, with a focus, but not limited to, the reduction of methane emission in agricultural or waste sector in Viet Nam and circular economy, i.e., to browse documents, papers, and reports and collect related country/field specific statistics and data.?
• Analysis on international best practices in methane mitigation in agriculture and waste sector, including the case of the Republic of Korea. This includes policy measures, technology options, agri-business solutions, among others.  
• Support organizing internal and external meetings (e.g., with public and private sector stakeholders), minute taking and other support upon request.
• Support all translation requirements (Vietnamese to English...) of the country operation and project-related materials to support project team and smooth coordination with the Government of Vietnam

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 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, preferably such as agriculture, economics, business, law, environment studies or similar. 
• Possess an excellent command of English and Vietnamese.

QUALIFICATION

• Experience in providing research support with strong analytical skills, with a drive for data analysis and interpretation. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work proactively approaching to the needs of the organization.  
• Experience in conducting primary / field research is an advantage. 
• A positive approach to work with energy and a constructive attitude. 
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team. 

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 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.