Grade: Internship
Publication date: 25 July 2023
Application deadline (midnight Bangkok time): 5 August 2023
Vacancy no.: INTERN/BANGKOK/2023/03
Job ID: 11073
Department: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Organization Unit: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Location: Bangkok
Duration of contract: 6 months
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.
The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, particularly those with disabilities and from non- or under- represented member States. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, 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
The ILO seeks to promote greater investment in knowledge and skills so that men and women have enhanced and equal access to productive and decent employment. To strengthen ILOโs skills work at the regional and country levels including its support to address the skill dimensions of the ILOโs Decent Work Country Programmes (DWCP), the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) developed the Regional Skills Programme (RSP) in 2011 by building on the Asia and the Pacific Skills Development Programme (APSDEP) and Skills and Employability Programme in Asia and the Pacific (SKILLS-AP), both supported by Government of Japan. Currently, the RSP brings together and is anchored by skills projects that are regional in nature and/or target multiple countries in the region and are funded by different donors including Government of Japan.
Through greater synergy and coordination of existing ILOโs skills projects in the region, the RSP aims to better align ILOโs skills work to support regional efforts, such as those led by ASEAN, in preparing their workforce to meet skills needs of the future of work. RSP seeks to leverage the work of each ILO projects to have a greater impact at the regional level, facilitating regional dialogue, mutual learning, joint work and regional products. The RSPโs work plan is largely linked to support ASEANโs work plans aiming to advance the latterโs Human Resources Development agenda with a set of outputs agreed with the ASEAN Secretariat.
Reporting line:
The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Regional Skills and Employability Specialist in DWT-Bangkok.
Description of duties
The intern will gain exposure have the opportunity to learn by supporting the following areas of work:
โข Formulation, implementation and coordination of the RSP, ensuring alignment with DWCPs and regional and global strategic priorities;
โข Draft portions of terms of reference, policy briefs, research products, tools, guidelines and other materials developed by the RSP;
โข Facilitate the organization of (i) regional policy dialogues, and (ii) joint work including regional research and other products through coordination of activities and outputs produced by different regional skills projects;
โข Monitor and assess programme implementation and support improvements in the monitoring and evaluation framework for results-based project management, including detailed M&E plans, performance frameworks, and risk management strategies;
โข Disseminate the work of the RSP through a range of communication tools, in coordination with the Regional Communication Unit;
โข Undertake other duties as required.
Education
The candidate must be enrolled in the final year of a graduate degree programme, or in a higher degree programme, in economics, education, social sciences and/or a related field, or have completed such programme in the year preceding the application.
Experience
Some experience in web content management would be an advantage. Familiarity with MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint).
Languages
Excellent written and spoken English and working knowledge of Thai.
Competencies
-Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
-Show willingness to acquire new knowledge
-Ability to work as an independent member of a diverse team
-Ability to produce quality results efficiently
-Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment
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:
If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the field office 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:
Where an intern is not supported by an institution, a stipend to cover basic subsistence costs will be paid by the ILO. In Bangkok, this will be at the level of US$550 (equivalent in local currency at the UN prevailing rate) per month. The intern will be provided the facilities needed to carry out their tasks, such as office space, access to a PC, a printer and a telephone.
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. Included in the stipend level quoted above is the equivalent of 1,530 Thai Baht per month as a contribution to the medical insurance.
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