Information Technology and Administrative Intern - Turkish Speaking - Office Based - Full Time

Information Technology and Administrative Intern - Turkish Speaking - Office Based - Full Time

Istanbul, Türkiye

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Job Identification 37399

Posting Date 10/12/2026, 05:33 AM

Apply Before 11/08/2026, 01:00 AM

Job Schedule Full time

Locations

Istanbul, Türkiye

Agency UNDP

Grade IN

Contract Duration 6 months

Education & Work Experience Bachelor's Degree

Required Languages English, Turkish

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Job Description

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

CORPORATE BACKGROUND:

As the lead United Nations agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnerships and institutional capabilities to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

As outlined in the UNDP Strategic Plan 2026-2029, UNDP’s work is guided by four strategic objectives that together define our contribution to human development: expanding prosperity for all, strengthening effective governance, safeguarding a healthy planet and building crisis resilience. These objectives are enabled by three accelerators that drive transformative impact across our portfolio: digital and AI innovation, gender equality and sustainable finance. Through this integrated approach, UNDP supports countries to deliver tangible improvements in people’s lives and to advance sustainable development at scale.

UNDP, through its Sustainable Finance Hub (SFH) (https://sdgfinance.undp.org/), supports partners in promoting financing for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As an accelerator of the UNDP Strategic Plan, sustainable finance strengthens countries’ ability to mobilize, align and deploy finance at scale for national priorities. UNDP supports international and country level policy reform as a catalyst for system-wide change, stronger policy environments, better-functioning markets and more coherent financing strategies for sustainable development. SFH work is delivered through three interconnected portfolios: 1) Public Finance for the SDGs; 2) Private Finance for the SDGs; and 3) Global & Country Financing Policy Frameworks.

INTERNSHIP OFFICE BACKGROUND:

The Istanbul International Center for Private Sector in Development (ICPSD) is one of UNDP’s six Global Policy Centers. ICPSD supports governments, the private sector, and foundations to become transformative partners in sustainable development through applied research, policy advisory, advocacy, and the facilitation of public–private dialogue and partnerships. The Centre leads UNDP’s global work on private sector and foundation engagement and provides technical support to UNDP Country Offices across all regions.

ICPSD’s work is structured around four interlinked thematic pillars:

• AI, digital transformation and skills development
• SDG finance and private sector development
• Islamic SDG finance and
• Crisis and resilience.

Through these pillars, ICPSD generates evidence, convenes partners, and supports innovative solutions that mobilize private capital, expertise, and innovation in support of the Sustainable Development Goals.

ICPSD offers internship opportunities for outstanding graduate-level students. The Programme operates under the rules and regulations of the UNDP Internship Policy.

ICPSD is seeking a dedicated and proactive Information Technology and Administrative Intern to join its team in Istanbul, Türkiye. This internship offers a unique opportunity to support the Centre’s information technology infrastructure and administrative operations, contributing to the effective management of digital tools, internal systems, and knowledge management platforms that support ICPSD’s work across its four thematic pillars.

The intern will provide ICT support, assist in the administration of internal digital platforms, and contribute to knowledge management activities, including supporting website updates and social media channels to showcase ICPSD’s global partnerships, knowledge products, and country-level engagement.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in information technology support, digital platform administration, and knowledge management within an international development organization. The internship provides practical exposure to UNDP’s standards and workflows, while offering the opportunity to work closely with a multicultural team and contribute meaningfully to UNDP’s mission of sustainable development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the overall guidance of Programme Analyst on Knowledge Management and Partnerships and the direct supervision of Administrative Associate, the Information Technology and Administrative Intern will support ICPSD’s management activities. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Information Technologies

With the direct supervision and guidance of Administrative Associate;

• Assist in ensuring compliance with corporate information management and technology standards within the office environment.
• Assist in the administration of SharePoint sites by organizing files, managing permissions, and ensuring a streamlined internal knowledge management flow.
• Support the development of basic PowerApps or digital forms to automate routine office tasks and improve data collection efficiency.
• Assist with routine technical tasks, such as backup procedures and inventory updates.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with corporate information management standards across all digital platforms used by the team.

Knowledge Management and Coordination

With the direct supervision and guidance of Programme Analyst on Knowledge Management and Partnerships;

• Support the curation and archiving of digital assets (images, videos, etc.) using internal management systems.
• Collect and properly archive knowledge products from different programs and projects.
• Assist with communications support for events, workshops, including the dissemination of materials.
• Coordinate with colleagues to gather inputs for progress reports and advocacy activities.
• Maintain and update the organization’s information database and digital archives
• Assist in managing website content updates and maintaining ICPSD’s social media channels, ensuring timely and accurate information is published.
• Support communications-related activities by preparing basic digital content and coordinating the dissemination of knowledge products through online platforms.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a degree programme in Information Technology, Information Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, Development Studies, International Relations, or a related field.

Eligibility:

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
• Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.

Experience

• Demonstrated interest or prior experience in ICT support, digital platform administration, or information management (academic, volunteer, or professional).
• Familiarity with digital tools, content management systems, and social media platforms; experience with website updates or basic content publishing is an asset.
• Interest in international development and a basic understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Technical Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), is required
• Familiarity wit