CFA/2026/003/Policy Intern/UG/Yaounde
Assist in providing support to programme activities within the ICT Unit at IOM.
Overview
Assist in providing support to programme activities within the ICT Unit at IOM.
You have:
- Minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent, or Graduated in the last 12 months.
- In Political Science, International Relations, Law, Sociology and/or other relevant areas of study.
- Experience in institutional relations (any level) and contact with government authorities and relevant stakeholders.
- Exposure to document drafting and public facing writing.
- Any prior experience with development aid organizations such as NGOs, international organizations, or the United Nations would be advantageous.
- Fluency in English and in French.
Contract
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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.
In order to providing quality services to IOM’ targets on the one hand and offer a hands-on learning environment to some students and/or recent graduates to work on tasks and projects related to their area of study or career interests in other hand, the Information Communication and Technology Unit within IOM is seeking an in-person intern work closely with the ICT team in Cameroon mission.
Qualifications
TRAINING COMPONENTS AND LEARNING ELEMENTS
- Experience working in an international multicultural environment within the United Nations system.
Gain organizational, management, and international cooperation skills.
EDUCATION
- Minimum Bachelor’ s level or equivalent, or Graduated in the last 12 months;
- In Political Science, International Relations, Law, Sociology and/or other relevant areas of study.
- Experience in institutional relations (any level) and contact with government authorities and relevant stakeholders
- Exposure to document drafting and public facing writing
Any prior experience with development aid organizations such as NGOs, international organizations, or the United Nations would be advantageous.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience in institutional relations (any level) and contact with government authorities and relevant stakeholders
- Exposure to document drafting and public facing writing
Any prior experience with development aid organizations such as NGOs, international organizations, or the United Nations would be advantageous.
SKILLS
- Solid understanding of the Cameroonian Political landscape and connected dynamics, as well as ministerial and institutional competence areas
- Familiarity with policy development processes and document management
- Knowledge of database management for stakeholder management
- Proficiency in MS Windows-based packages/applications and website management experience.
Additional Attributes:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills and cultural adaptability
Eagerness to learn and contribute to IOM’s
Languages
Fluency in English and in French
Responsibilities
- Assist in providing support to programme activities, including strategic input, document streamlining, coordination support, logistical and administrative support, and programme management related backup.
- Participate in internal and external meetings with relevant stakeholders, including high government authorities, supporting with the preparation, note taking, archive filing, among other key tasks.
- Reporting and documenting of programmatic and political engagement activities, including monitoring, stakeholder mapping, contact database management and other M&E support.
- Assist in collecting feedback from stakeholders and training participants on IOM activities and learning efficiency.
- Assist in the management of consultancies and IP partners with product evaluation and review input, as well as adequate administrative and financial follow up.
- Provide general administrative, and clerical support to the Policy Team.
- Any other duties that may be assigned.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe any experience you have had in working with government authorities? | The interviewer is assessing your familiarity with institutional relations. | Provide specific examples of interactions with government authorities and your role in those situations. |
| What strategies would you use to manage stakeholder engagement effectively? | The interviewer wants to know your approach to managing relationships with different stakeholders. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple responsibilities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have with document management and drafting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share a situation where your analytical skills made an impact? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to adapt to a cultural difference in a working environment. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure effective communication within a team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to work in the field of migration and international affairs? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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