CFA_2025_01 Programme Support Intern

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
  The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience. 
  In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who:
  a) have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities; b) are holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for whom internship is required to complete their studies; or c) are sponsored by governmental/non governmental institutions and/or academia to work in specific areas relevant to both IOM and the sponsor. d) are either enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) or have graduated in the last 12 months. e) are between 20 and 36 years of age.
  Background Information

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the UN Migration Agency, is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advise to governments and migrants.

IOM Hungary’s Programme Support Unit (PSU) provides cross-cutting support to programme teams across the Country Office, including, but not limited to project development, internal and external reporting, monitoring and evaluation, information management and internal and external communications. 

Supervision

• Under the direct supervision of the Programme Support Coordinator and overall supervision of the Head of Office, the Programme Support Intern will support the work of IOM Hungary’s Programme Support Unit. Tasks and responsibilities
  1. Provide assiatnace to the work of the Programme Support Unit of IOM Hungary.
  2. Support the production and curation of suitable content for various internal communications platforms and channels, including the Country Office’s intranet, newsletters, e-mails, and digital displays. 
  3. Assist the monitoring of the internal communications efforts’ effectiveness, as well as the collection of feedback. 
  4. Support the production of information sheets, presentations; and other public information materials.
  5. Assist the Programme Support Coordinator and Programme Support Specialist in the design and development of new projects/programmes, as well as in drafting of internal and donor reports.
  6. Assist Programme teams with project implementation, in particular the provision of administrational and logistical support.
  7. Provide support with the Country Office’s information management activities.
  8. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education
     • Applicants to  IOM Internships must, at the time of the application, a) be enrolled in the final year of a first degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or b) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or c) have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.    Experience
       • Some experience in an office environment is preferred;
       • Experience with Microsoft Office tools is an advantage
       • Some experience in internal external communications, as well as other functions of PSU (ie. Project development and fundraising, information management, M&E, reporting) is an advantage.  Skills
         • Excellent writing and editing skills;
         • Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills;
         • High level of computer literacy;
         • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment;
         • Familiarity with design and/or editing tools (ie. Canva) is an advantage. Languages
           • Fluency (oral and written) in English.
           • Fluency (oral and writtenI in Hungarian is a distinct advantage.
           • Working knowledge of Ukrainian and/or Russian would be considered as advantageous. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Travel required Some occassinal local travel might be required during this internship.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
           • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
         • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
       • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
     • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  9. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
  10. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.