Internship Opportunity at UNOPS Ethiopia Multi-Country Office (ETMCO)

Position: Logistics Intern

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension)

About UNOPS:

UNOPS (United Nations Office for Project Services) mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments, and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure, and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. They provide advisory, implementation, and transactional services, working closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social, and environmental sustainability for the projects they support.

Functional Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Logistics Specialist, the Logistics Intern will:

1. Understand and learn overall logistics activities through on-the-job training.
2. Support logistics team with daily tasks, document collection/delivery, and inspection of cargos at partners’ warehouses.
3. Liaise with freight forwarders to facilitate customs clearance processes.
4. Accompany UNOPS’ colleagues on site visits to understand pre-delivery inspections.
5. Familiarize and provide support with administrative functions of the office and logistics.
6. Learn about record-keeping and filing of logistics documents.
7. Participate in on-the-job training, access UNOPS’ learning platform, and undergo relevant skills training.

Education/Experience/Language Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics and Procurement or related fields.
• Work Experience: No professional work experience required; applicants should have graduated within the last three (3) years.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in written, reading, and oral English is required.
• Computer Literacy: Knowledge and usage of Google suite applications is an asset.

Application Process:

For full details and to apply, interested candidates can follow this link.

Note: This internship is a learning and working opportunity for fresh graduates. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The internship provides practical experiences and exposure to UNOPS operations in the field.