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ย 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.ย
ย In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who:
ย 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 Bachelorโs level or equivalent) or have graduated in the last 12 months. e) are between 20 and 36 years of age.
ย Background Information ย IOM Czechia is looking for an intern to provide support to its Protection Unit (Accommodation) with implementation of programmes related to housing for Ukrainian refugees and other migrants. The Country Office provides direct assistance to beneficiaries and also collaborates with local authorities, NGOs and other stakeholders.ย
Work with the Project Associate (Accommodation) on activities related to project โImproving access to housing for migrants: analysing available services, supporting and developing the capacity of local authorities and strengthening cooperation between relevant actors housing for Ukrainian refugeesโ ;
- Assist in searching for and identifying relevant information from credible sources;
- Collect data and materials needed to support team activities and decision-making;
- Work with supervisors to evaluate the accuracy, reliability, and relevance of gathered information;
- Present findings in a clear and organized manner, both in writing and verbally.
- Apply critical thinking to interpret information and contribute to problem-solving processes.
- Undertake all other tasks as may be assigned.ย Supervision
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Project Associate (Protection) ย and direct supervision of the Project Associate (Accommodation), in Prague, the selected candidate will acquire a working knowledge and support the implementation of Affordable housing activities to migrants and related activities lead by IOM Czechia.
Learning Objectives- Research and Information Gathering: Assist in searching for and identifying relevant information from credible sources to support project activities.
- Data Collection and Evaluation: Collect and organize data, and work with supervisors to assess the accuracy, relevance, and reliability of the information.
- Critical Thinking and Presentation: Apply critical thinking to interpret findings and present information clearly in both written and verbal formats to support decision-making. Training Components and Learning Elements
- Gain knowledge of migration issues.
- Opportunities to attend IOM workshops and other meetings.
- Strengthen writing, editing, presentation and other technical skills.
- Access IOM Staff Development and Learning online training courses.
- Understand IOM administrative systems and processes.
- Opportunities to discuss career planning and strategies for humanitarian work within IOM.
Education
Applicant to IOM internship must, at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
- be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelorโs level or equivalent);
orย ย - be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);ย
or - have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.
Experience
- Some experience (at least an internship) in the requested/ applied-for-area, is an advantageย
Skills & Traits
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Team playerย Languages Fluency in English and Czech is required ย Required Competencies ย IOMโs competency framework can be found atย this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. ย Valuesย - 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.
- Some experience (at least an internship) in the requested/ applied-for-area, is an advantageย
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelorโs level or equivalent);
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competenciesย โ behavioural indicators
- 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.