Intern - Regional Programme Support, Amman

About the role

The UNDP Regional Bureau for Arab States (RBAS), based in Amman, Jordan, is looking for an intern to support the Regional Programme for Arab States (2026-2029). The internship focuses on programme management support, knowledge management and research, and partnership building and communication. It is an in-person position at the Amman Regional Hub.

Key responsibilities

• Knowledge management and research: collect lessons learned and best practices, conduct desk research on themes such as inclusive growth, governance, digital innovation and the green economy, and help prepare reports, briefs and other knowledge products.
• Partnership building and communication: prepare partnership briefs, presentations and communication materials, help identify and engage prospective partners, and support partnership proposals and outreach events.
• Programme management support: coordinate and monitor projects and initiatives, organize programme activities and events, and support the Results-Based Management specialist with monitoring and reporting.
• Implementation support: handle day-to-day administrative and implementation tasks, organize meetings and workshops, maintain records, trackers and programme files, and share information across teams.

Required profile

• Enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme, or in the final year of a first university degree, in media studies, journalism, communications, information systems or a related field; or recently graduated and able to start within one year.
• Fluent English (speaking, writing and reading); Arabic is an asset.
• Research experience and interest in the Arab States region are a plus; relevant experience in communication and social media is a plus.
• Ability to speak and write clearly, work well in a team, plan and organize, and show professionalism and accountability.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience supporting web and digital initiatives, including content management, portal updates and coordination of knowledge or project activities.
• Ability to organize and present digital content on portals and social media.