CITES Enforcement Unit Internship (2 positions)

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking two interns to support the CITES Enforcement Unit in Geneva. The internship will last six months and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the implementation of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).

Key responsibilities

• Assist Programme Officer(s) in background research and preparation of briefing papers for CITES governing bodies.
• Compile and analyse information submitted by Parties in response to implementation queries.
• Support delivery of activities related to CITES decisions, resolutions and enforcement recommendations.
• Prepare documents and materials for the International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime (ICCWC) and assist with related activities.
• Facilitate communication with Parties and partner organisations such as INTERPOL, UNODC, the World Bank and the World Customs Organization.
• Update enforcement‑related pages on the CITES and ICCWC websites.
• Help plan and organise meetings, telephone conferences, workshops and side events.
• Prepare, review and update presentations and other materials for workshops and meetings.
• Participate in meetings to represent the CITES Enforcement Unit and take minutes as required.

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