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UNIDIR has a core staff responsible for project and
programme management, publications, administration and technical
support. Research projects are undertaken either at the Institute
or by outside experts or research organizations commissioned to
undertake the work. The staff is complemented by visiting fellows,
supported either by their national government or sponsored through
our fellowship programme, and interns.
Employment
Vacancy announcement: Director of UNIDIR
Following the announcement by the current Director,
Dr Patricia Lewis, of her departure in the middle of 2008,
UNIDIR has begun the search for a new Director (D-2).
Under the general directives of its Board of Trustees
and in accordance with its Statute (A/34/83, 1980), the Director
provides overall executive direction and management of the United
Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR), an autonomous
institution within the framework of the United Nations undertaking
independent research on international disarmament, non-proliferation,
arms control and security issues.
Please refer to the vacancy
announcement for details and apply online at: jobs.un.org.
The deadline for submission of applications is 9 June 2008.
Vacancy announcement: Assistant Researcher
UNIDIR is hiring an assistant researcher for the project
“International
Assistance for Implementing the UN Programme of Action on the Illicit
Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons”.
The position is for 7 months and the incumbent may
be required to participate in field research for a 5–7 week
period around September 2008.
Please refer to the vacancy
announcement for details and application. The deadline for submission
of applications is 2 June 2008.
Please note, fictitious
vacancy announcements for posts at the nonexistent 'United Nations
Institute for Development and Research (UNIDR)' are circulating
on the web.
All positions within UNIDIR are posted here. For other
UN recruitment announcements visit the UN’s website http://jobs.un.org
Internships
Each year UNIDIR offers a limited number of unpaid
internships. Successful applicants are able to demonstrate a strong
interest in disarmament, security, arms control, peace studies or
related issues and have an understanding of and experience in research.
Internships last approximately two to three months with the possibility
of extension. Interns are expected to work full time, but part-time
internships are available to applicants studying in Geneva.
The applicants may be undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate students
or they may have completed their studies. The applicant must have
study and/or work experience in one of the following fields: international
relations, political science, security studies, international law,
economics, physics, nuclear physics, biology, chemistry, bio-chemistry,
pharmacology, engineering, education or journalism. Of particular
interest are applicants who have a personal interest and experience
in more than one of the above fields.
In addition to assisting with research at UNIDIR, interns are expected
to participate in the daily activities and administration of the
Institute. They are also encouraged to take advantage of the learning
opportunities offered at the United Nations and other international
organizations in Geneva, such as through attendance of seminars
and briefings.
Requirements
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Able to demonstrate that they have
a strong interest in disarmament, security, arms control, peace
studies or related issues. |
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Able to demonstrate that they have
an understanding of and experience in research. |
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Fluent in English or French
(a general knowledge of the other language is desirable). |
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Available for a period of time to be determined
during one of the following three periods:
January - May (application due 15 October of the previous year)
June - September (application due 15 March)
October - December (application due 15 July). |
Applications
Applications must include an introductory letter
and a curriculum vitae.
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letter should contain the following information: |
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A statement of interest in a specific
ongoing research project at the Institute. |
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A description of the applicant's
academic and longer-term professional objectives. |
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The dates that the applicant wishes
to work at UNIDIR. |
The curriculum vitae should include the applicant's
educational and employment history, relevant research and other
activities such as completed internships or volunteer work. In addition,
applicants must provide the names and contact information of two
references (former employers, professors, supervisors, etc.).
Selection process
The selection process occurs three times a year, immediately
following the deadlines noted above. The selection is based on three
criteria: the applicant's introductory letter and curriculum vitae;
the applicant's personal interests as expressed in the introductory
letter; and the current needs of the Institute.
Please note that only those candidates who are being considered
for an internship will be contacted. Incomplete applications
will not be considered.
Application materials should be sent to:
application-unidir@unog.ch
Fellowship programme
We are hoping to offer more regional security fellowships
as funds allow.
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