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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 Working under the overall direction of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the MOBI TRE Project Manager and Project Assistant and working closely with teams and other relevant colleagues in the Mission and/or in Regional Offices, the intern will assist with the operational activities of the Mission.ย Supervision
- Working under the overall direction of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the MOBI TRE Project Manager and Project Assistant and working closely with teams and other relevant colleagues in the Mission and/or in Regional Offices, the intern will assist with the operational activities of the Mission.ย Learning Objectives
- Fulfil internal administrative formalities including and follow-up on documents (e.g. requests for payments, TDY documents, etc.) and correspondence for the signature of the Project Manager, and liaise with IOM staff as needed;
- Assist colleagues in the organization of events, workshops, coordination meetings with local partners, such as drafting invitations, coordinate schedules and follow up with other needed arrangements;
- Support with updating of partnersโ contacts and lists;ย
- Support in the drafting and lay-out of project-related communication material, including reports, briefing notes, graphic, articles and statistical summaries, etc.;
- Contribute to the smooth daily running of all administrative functions in a timely fashion, and in accordance with IOMโs regulations and procedures;ย
- Support in creating and maintaining a proper documentation and systematic tracking and filing systems of administrative documents including the maintenance of the classification system (Hard/Soft copies) and databases of the relevant documents;ย
- Support in administrative tasks linked to the implementation of the project and of the activities of the mission;
- Translate project related documents, as needed (French, English, Arabic);ย
- Assist in creating and maintaining a proper documentation and systematic tracking and filing systems of administrative documents including the maintenance of the classification system (Hard/Soft copies) and databases of the relevant documents;ย
- Verify invoices, supporting documentation and ascertain that the equipment, supplies or services they refer to were duly received or provided before proceeding with payment request;
- Participating in the preparation of meetings and attending selected meetings, drafting minutes;
- Maintain and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of all related information on the project, especially data regarding applicants and selected beneficiaries of the project;
- Undertake all other tasks as may be assigned. Education
Currently enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme or enrolled in a second university degree or recently graduated from an accredited academic institution preferably in business administration, or other similar domain from an accredited academic institution.ย
ย Experience- Demonstrated interest in working in international organizations;ย
- Some knowledge of project implementation, financial and administrative management skills are an advantage;ย
- Familiarity with the region and the migration thematic is an asset;ย
- Computer literate with the ability to quickly learn new systems. ย Skills
- Capacity to work effectively and harmoniously within people at different levels within and outside organization and with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
- Candidate should be highly motivated with dynamic personality and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ability to draft correspondence and communicate effectively
- High level of computer literacy (MS Office Word, Excel and Outlook); experience in handling web-based management system.
- Ability to analyse and interpret source information and data; capable of designing, reviewing and revising business processes to achieve efficiency.
- Strong organizational and planning skills;ย
- Excellent time management skills;ย
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in all three languages (Arabic, French, English);
- Attention to details and problem-solving skills;
- Capacity to work effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds. ย Languages
Fluency in French, English and Arabic is required.
IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. ย 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.
- 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.