Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
- Support content collection and organization (updates, photos, short texts) for social media and website updates, including drafting posts, collecting stories and field updates (with a focus on Bangladesh), and supporting audience engagement and outreach;
- Support the preparation of information and visibility materials (digital and print), to be developed/produced in English and Bangla, including leaflets, brochures, infographics, comic books, guidelines, video testimonies, and visual assets;
- Provide logistical and organizational support for events, workshops and meetings, including preparing materials and taking notes;
- Assist with informal translations into/from English/Bangla project documents such as reports, assessments, guidelines, monitoring, etc.;
- Provide general assistance for the fulfilment of administrative procedures in line with IOM rules, regulations and standards.
- Keep in good order all the documents related to information campaign files;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Education
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
- Be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
- Have graduated with one of the above university degrees and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.
- Preferably with an academic background in Social Sciences, Political Science, Humanitarian and Development Studies, Arts and Cultural Event Management, Communication, or other related fields.
Experience
The following experiences are considered an advantage:
- Knowledge of or strong interest in migration issues, particularly in the Bangladeshi context;
- Experience (including academic or voluntary) in communication, social media management, content creation (including social media content, flyers, brochures, and other visibility materials);
Experience in basic administrative tasks such as document filing, data entry, and email correspondence.
Skills
- Great critical thinking, proactiveness and creativity;
- Excellent organizational and teamwork skills;
- Good understanding and command of media and communication tools (digital and traditional);
- Knowledge of graphic design programs (Canva, InDesign, Photoshop, etc.) and video creation skills will be considered an advantage.
Languages
Working knowledge of Italian is considered an asset.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Notes
Interns are granted a small monthly stipend to help offset costs. Interns benefiting from an internship allowance or scholarship granted by their university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend.
IOM covers Interns against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the internship. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Interns are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.