Intern - Labour Mobility

Organizational Context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a UN-related organization since 1951, promotes humane and orderly migration. IOM Australia, based in Canberra, serves as the Country Office for Partnerships and Advocacy (COPA) and manages a regional labour mobility project in the Pacific. This internship offers a chance to gain experience within a UN agency and learn about IOM's operations.

Job Purpose

This internship aims to attract talented students and graduates interested in migration-related fields. The role provides an opportunity to acquire practical working knowledge within a United Nations agency, specifically focusing on IOM's activities in Australia and the Pacific. The intern will gain experience in supporting a regional labour mobility project, contributing to its implementation and administrative tasks. This position is designed to offer valuable exposure to international migration issues and the operational aspects of a leading global organization in the field, fostering professional development and a deeper understanding of IOM's mandate and work.

Responsibilities

The intern will provide essential administrative and clerical support for the labour mobility project. Key duties include retrieving, compiling, summarizing, and presenting data and information relevant to project activities. The role involves contributing to the drafting of reports, presentations, and training materials. Coordination with internal teams and external partners to facilitate project implementation is also a core responsibility. Additionally, the intern will assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and training sessions, managing logistics and documentation. The position may also involve undertaking other assigned duties as required to support the project's objectives.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this internship. However, candidates should have less than two years of relevant working experience as per general internship program guidelines.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and a willingness to learn. Effective planning and coordination abilities to meet deadlines. Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

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