MEXICO: GLOBAL GREEN GROWTH INSTITUTE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

MEXICO: GLOBAL GREEN GROWTH INSTITUTE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.

The Global Green Growth Institute internship 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. No prior professional experience is required as this program is designed for early-career talent. 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 motivated and detail-oriented individual to work with us in the Mexico Program to provide monitoring and reporting support for active projects. This is an opportunity to build practical experience in results-based management and MEL systems within a live international development portfolio, working closely with the Sr. MEL Assistant.

The assignment will include the following, but not limited to:

• Assist in monitoring Mexico's projects and support the organization, maintenance, and quality assurance of project information across GGGI Online, Microsoft Teams, and the CRM system including file management, archiving, data updates, and record keeping ensuring project data and supporting evidence are accurate and up to date.
• Contribute to internal and external reporting for GGGI projects, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, mid-year, and end-of-year reports through data collection, consolidation, and validation.
• Support knowledge management and learning activities by helping systematize project information, lessons learned, presentations, and other materials that facilitate reporting, decision-making, and organizational learning.
• Provide additional support to the Sr. MEL Assistant as needed.

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’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment or have graduated within the last 12 months of International Development, Environmental Sciences, Project Management, Economics, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field relevant to GGGI's work.
• Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work.
• Possess an excellent command of English, written and verbal, for internal reporting and coordination with GGGI's global teams.

QUALIFICATION

• Strong organizational, analytical, and written communication skills, with the ability to manage data, synthesize information, and produce high-quality outputs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of monitoring and evaluation (MEL), results-based management, project management, or data management is an asset.
• Experience with databases and data visualization tools is an advantage.
• Interest in climate change, sustainable development, and international development.

SELECTION PROCESS

• Candidates are required to provide a cover letter and a CV.
• 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 the 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.

Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.