BACKGROUND INFORMATION
ITU is expanding its activities relating to waste electrical and electronic equipment (e-waste) and greenhouse gas emissions associated with the information and communications technology (ICT) sector. ITU is receiving an increasing number of requests from its Member States, following the recent ramping up of efforts by governments around the world to address matters concerning climate change and a shift by industry players to start incorporating circular principles into the production and delivery of products and services. The issues of green and digital are both currently high on the policy agenda placing the projects and programmes of ITU at the heart of the global response to these issues. To this end, the ITU Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific is looking for a dedicated individual based in Bangkok, Thailand, to support the implementation of circular economy and climate change related activities of ITU in the region.
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Under the regular supervision of the focal point to the Environment Thematic Priority in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, and in close cooperation with members of the Regional Office and HQ environment team, the intern will:• Assist with the preparation and the implementation of ITU projects related to climate change and circular economy, in particular in the areas of e-waste regulation, e-waste data collection, greenhouse gas emissions data collection, green data centres, circular and sustainable public procurement for ICTs, and green ICT standards.• Assist in the promotion of activities related to the participation of Asia and the Pacific countries in standardization activities especially in ITU-T Study Group 5 “Environment, EMF and Circular Economy”• In close cooperation with the ITU Headquarters and the ITU Area Offices in the Asia and the Pacific region, assist with the organisation of meetings and workshops to support awareness raising among the ITU membership, partnership building and resource mobilization efforts, ultimately to promote the circular economy and climate change work of ITU and its membership.• Participate in online and in-person meetings and workshops with public and private sector stakeholders as part of the stakeholder consultation process during the implementation of projects relating to e-waste regulation.• Support with the maintenance and updating of ITU databases covering e-waste regulation and greenhouse gas emissions from the ICT sector in the region, in order to ensure the continuation of performance tracking against the relevant targets of the ITU Strategic Plan 2024 – 2027 and any other applicable targets set by the ITU membership.• Assist the team, when and where required, with the preparation of research into topics covering e-waste regulation, e-waste data collection, greenhouse gas emissions data collection, green data centres, circular and sustainable public procurement for ICTs, and green ICT standards.
COMPETENCIES
• Knowledge of environmental issues, particularly relating to circular economy and climate change.• Familiarity or willingness to learn how to use online applications and social media.• Ability to draft clear and concise documentation with good written and oral language skills.• Good interpersonal skills, willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues and ask questions to clarify work.
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED
Education: University degree (or completing an advanced University degree) in the areas of global environmental governance and sustainable development or environmental studies, or an equivalent level of education and specialization in a relevant field.
Experience: No work experience required.
Languages: Advanced level of English.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Unpaid internship.
Please note that a non-remunerated internship at ITU does not carry the same conditions of employmentas a short-term or fi xed-term position. Medical insurance, travel, accommodation, and living expenses arethe responsibility ofthe intern or their sponsoring institution.
ITU Internship Requirements
To be eligible for an internship at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), candidates must:
• Be under 30 years of age (Exceptions may be considered for candidates pursuing a Ph.D.).• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate programme, or be a recent graduate(within six months prior to the start of the internship).• Be a citizen of a Member State of ITU.