Introduction
IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
Supervision
Education
- Current university student in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or recent graduate (within one year), or enrolled in a Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Migration Studies, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field; and,
- Coursework or academic focus in migration law, public policy, or international legal frameworks is an asset.
Experience
- Previous academic or professional experience in migration-related issues, legal frameworks, or policy analysis is desirable;
- Experience in project management, research, or supporting programme implementation is an advantage;
Familiarity with migration laws, administrative procedures, or regulatory systems is considered an asset.
Skills
- Good analytical skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
- Good interpersonal and communication abilities;
- Good knowledge of MS Office;
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and maintain a professional attitude;
- Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills;
- Adequate knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
- Working knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
Languages
For this internship, fluency in English language is required. Working knowledge of Kyrgyz and Russian languages is desired.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Notes
Depending on experience and location, 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.