Grade: Internship
Publication date: 30 September 2024
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 31 October 2024
Vacancy no.: INTERNROSTER/2024/2/DDG/SUPPLYCHAINS/DIS
Job ID: 12435
Department: DDG
Organization Unit: AP/SUPPLYCHAINS
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration of contract: 6 months (starting on the 1st or the 15th of a given month)
You are applying to the ILO generic internship roster, which is published several times per year. The roster will be made available to all departments and field offices, which will then select and directly contact suitable candidates. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, the ILO does not inform candidates about the status of their application.
ILO Internship Programme provides an opportunity for talented individuals to:
(a) increase understanding of relevant issues at the international level by involving them directly in the work of the Office and the application of ILO principles, programmes and strategies;
(b) gain practical experience with the ILO directly related to their field of study.
The internship programme is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO. There should be no expectation of further employment at the end of the internship.
**Please note that you can apply to a maximum of three internship profiles during the current application period. If you apply to more than three internship profiles, your application will not be considered for any profile.** Note that you may withdraw your candidature at any time via the Jobs Applied section of your profile.
It is highly recommended that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid last minute technical issues or delays. Late applications will not be considered.
The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from candidates from non- or under- represented member States.
The ILO also encourages applications from persons with disabilities. If needed, reasonable accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities in the recruitment phase as well as during the internship to promote equality of opportunities. For assistance, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
IMPORTANT:
Please only apply for an internship if you fulfil the following two criteria:
(1) You have no close relative serving in the ILO.
(2) This is your first internship with the ILO (only one internship is permitted).
Introduction
Deputy Director Generalโs Office brings together ILOโs Research, Publications, Statistics departments, the International Training Centre in Turin and the four newly established Action Programmes (APs). The position will directly support decent work in supply chains and the transition to formality. See: (i) decent work outcomes in supply chains and (ii) transition from the informal to the formal economy.
The APs concerned foster integrated and collaborative working modalities across departments at headquarters and in field offices, addressing decent work deficits affecting specific, well-defined populations and ensuring integrated policy responses that result in increased impact at country level and the stronger positioning of the ILO globally. Approaches to decent work in supply chains frequently include considerations of how to transition from the informal to the formal economy.
AP/SUPPLYCHAIN coordinates the implementation of the ILO strategy on decent work in supply chains adopted by the Governing Body in March 2023 and supports Office efforts to promote policy coherence on decent work in supply chains, including through trade and investments policies, across the UN system and other relevant partners.
AP/FORMALISE is guided by the Transition from the Informal to the Formal Economy Recommendation, 2015 (No. 204). AP/F improves coherence and effectiveness of formalization policies by: (a) building a shared, evidence-based understanding strategies to address informality and its root causes and (b) strengthening the capacity of constituents to implement gender-responsive, inclusive, integrated and coherent formalization strategies.
Learning areas
The internship supports the communications and outreach functions on decent work in supply chains and the transition to formality. It will involve website maintenance and content management of thematic webpages linked above; drafting and copy-editing of case studies, illustrative stories and knowledge products for the website; graphic design to support layout, branding and promotion of knowledge products including via social media; assistance in meeting and event organization with logistics support.
As an intern in the Action Programmes, you will be exposed to a whole range of areas such as decent work in supply chains, trade and investment; responsible business conduct; transition from the informal to the formal economy; the preparations for the ILC 2025 General Discussion on Innovative approaches to tackling informality and promoting transitions towards formality to promote decent work.
You would be gaining experience in working with specialists who are involved in the following tasks e.g. research, data analysis, programme design and policy advice in the areas of supply chains and formalization.
Interns should expect to devote 10% to 20% of their time to administrative tasks.
Required profile
Education
- Degree in communication, visual communication (graphic design and layout), journalism, media studies, social sciences (including economics, sociology, political science)
- The candidate should be enrolled in their final year of graduate degree programme or should have completed such a programme no longer than 1 years ago
Experience
- Proficient computer skills and use of web-based platforms and relevant software
- Knowledge of content management system (drupal) is desirable
Languages
- Fluency (both oral and written) in English
- Working knowledge of another one of the ILOโs official languages (French, Spanish) desirable
Competencies
- Applicants should be able to adapt to an international, multicultural and multilingual environment, have good communication skills, and be able to work in teams.
- Strong writing skills
Additional requirements
- This internship opportunity is limited to candidates with disabilities.
How to apply:
1. Search for an internship profile via the page on ILO Jobs
2. Select the internship profile you would like to apply for, and create a profile on ILO Jobs
3. Complete your candidate profile and apply to the internship profile
4. Be sure to attach a cover letter in the last section of the application, as applications without a cover letter will not be considered and you cannot attach a cover letter after the deadline.
Selection process:
Following a first screening by the Human Resources Development Department (HRD), hiring departments will short-list applicants. You will be directly contacted should an internship opportunity match your profile. If you have not been contacted by any department within six months after your application, you can consider that you have not been selected by any department for this roster. If still eligible, you may apply to the next roster.
If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the hiring department for a written test and/or interview. The ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Stipend/Financial compensations:
As an intern in Geneva, you will receive a stipend of 2450 CHF per month from the ILO, unless you receive funding through another institution (for example your university or a foundation). If you receive partial funding, ILO will cover the difference to ensure you receive 2450 CHF per month. Your travel to Geneva will be at your own expense. In addition to the amounts referred above, each intern shall receive the amount of CHF45 per month, or the equivalent amount in the currency in which the monthly stipend is paid, which is a contribution from the Office towards the cost of medical insurance to cover the period of the internship.
Qualified candidates from non- and under- represented countries may be eligible for a special fund that provides financial assistance for round-trip airfare (economy class) in addition to the stipend.
Insurance:
Please note that the ILO does not take responsibility for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship. You will be responsible for your own insurance coverage for illness and accidents for the duration of the internship at the duty station (whether Geneva or the field).
Fraud warning:
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.
- This internship opportunity is limited to candidates with disabilities.