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Position Title : Intern (Programme Support)

Duty Station : Port Louis, Mauritius

Classification : Intern, Grade OTHE

Type of Appointment : Internship, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 31 March 2019

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading

UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and

non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context:

Background Information

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Office in Mauritius, the successful candidate will be tasked to assist in the development, implementation and reporting of projects led by the Office in Mauritius, also covering Seychelles. The successful candidate will support the work of the Unit across variety of topics related to labour mobility, maritime security, migration and development, migrant protection, and conduct tasks ranging from research, analysis, drafting of internal and operational documents to providing daily administrative and logistical support for the Unit.

Supervision

The successful candidate will work under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Office, and in cooperation with other colleagues of the Programme and Resource Management Units. The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in drafting concept notes and project proposals for potential donors and funding opportunities in IOM’s areas of interest.
2. Participate in providing information for and facilitate the incorporation of cross-cutting themes (i.e. gender, protection, etc.) in project concept notes and proposals in line with IOM Project Handbook.
3. Conduct research to strengthen proposals and concept notes.
4. As part of a Team, contribute to project development, donor liaison, and coordination with Headquarters (HQs), Regional Office (RO) and other relevant stakeholders.
5. Assist in preparing and editing donor reports, to support compliance with donor regulations and obligations, as well as the report finalization process with Headquarters and the Regional Office.
6. Supports identification of potential and realistic funding opportunities by reviewing calls for proposals and collecting donor information.
7. Assist in preparing specific reports and notes as may be required.
8. Coordinate with the Team and the Media and Communications Officer to produce visibility materials for publicity to appeal to donors for resource mobilization by recommending content and carrying out preliminary editing.
9. Develop a sound understanding, and assist in providing regular monitoring, of IOM Projects in Mauritius and Seychelles.
10. Maintain working relationships with the Government, NGOs, and UN agencies to develop cooperation in inter-related activities.
11. Perform other related duties as required.

Training Components and Learning Elements

It is estimated that the successful candidate will gain knowledge in the following areas:

• Working in a collegial team environment; incorporate gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

• Maintenance of close contacts with the Team to develop project proposals or reporting.

• To gather and disseminate information and data to develop relevant and quality project proposals, and actively seek new ways of improving programmes or services; ensure that the information on IOM’s programmes is accurate and well presented, to help promote IOM’s image and work, and contribute to fundraising.

• The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring and formal on-the-job training, when working with (including supervising) IOM Mauritius staff or (non-) governmental counter-parts, including Implementing Partners (IPs).

• He/She will also gain on-site experience in working in an international multi-cultural environment, with an intergovernmental organization.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, International Development, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution.

Experience

• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in the field of research, analysis, report writing, governance, or development especially in international organizations or NGOs;

• Knowledge of development program planning and implementation (project management); Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others; Strong interest in migration issues;

• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded;

• Capability to draft research, policy and other types of papers;

• Strong organizational skills;

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds;

• Practical experience of how to multi-task, prioritize and work independently;

• Can proficiently use MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point);

• Can engage in various Social Media platforms.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.

Note

Diversity & Inclusion

At IOM we value and invite diversity into our workforce as we know it is one of the factors that make us qualified to deal with the complex issue of migration. We see diversity as one of our organizational strengths. Our aim is to foster an inclusive workplace where everyone treats each other (including colleagues and migrants) with dignity and respect.

At IOM we welcome applications from qualified individuals, irrespective of their race, religion, skin color, nationality, age, disability status, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, mental health status, or any other characteristic. Our policies encourage a workplace free from discrimination and any form of harassment.

You can find more information at www.iom.int/diversity

Eligibility and Selection

In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who:

a) have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM

programmes and activities;

b) are either students approaching the end of their studies and preparing a thesis, or recently graduated, who have less than two years of relevant working experience.

c) Must have a Master’s Degree

c) As part of IOM’s continuous efforts to increase the diversity of its workforce, a special call for interns from non-represented member states and non-OECD DAC countries is being launched. IOM’s non-represented member States are: (Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Congo, Cabo Verde, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa)

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and additional enquiries will only be addressed if the candidate is shortlisted.

• Depending on experience and location, IOM provides a monthly stipend to help offset costs. Travel costs will be covered.

• Please consider the cost of living in the Duty Station prior to applying.

• Applications must be submitted by 31 March 2019

Desirable Competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences;

encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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.

Core Competencies – 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.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other:

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

No late applications will be accepted. Appointment is subject to funding confirmation.