Data Management Intern

Support data management efforts across UNHCR Thailand's operations for Urban and Camps.

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Overview

Support data management efforts across UNHCR Thailand's operations for Urban and Camps.

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Knowledge in data management and data analysis to support policy formulation and implementation.
The candidate must be a recent graduate or current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by UNESCO, having completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in relevant fields.
Fluency in English.

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Deadline for Applications

September 30, 2025Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

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InternshipTarget Start Date

2025-10-01Terms of Reference

Position title: Data Management Intern Duty station: UNHCR Thailand Multi-country Office, Bangkok, Thailand Duration: From 1 October 2025 to 31 December 2025 (Tentative) Direct Supervisor: Senior Data Management Assistant

General Background The Data Management intern will support in the coordination of data management efforts across UNHCR Thailand’s operations for Urban and Camps. In Thailand, data is at the heart of evidence-based planning, protection, and service delivery for persons of concern (PoCs), including refugees, asylum seekers, stateless persons, and host communities. A Data Management Intern supports this critical function by ensuring timely data entry, integrity, and dissemination—contributing to UNHCR’s mandate to deliver data-driven assistance. Structure, standards, and systems (such as proGres v4) are employed to compile, analyze, and visualize data to inform decision-making. The role has strong emphasis on supporting operational data (including individual-level data), conducting data quality assurance, promoting responsible data sharing, and advancing data-driven decision-making across the office and inter-agency platforms.
Purpose and Scope of Assignment • Generate statistical and summary reports, tables, charts, and infographics to support internal and external information needs. • Ensuring that electronic files are properly categorized, securely stored, and accessible in accordance with UNHCR’s data protection policies and confidentiality standards. • Supporting the transition from paper-based documentation to digital formats, ensuring compliance with UNHCR’s digital archiving and retention procedures. • Assisting in the organization, scanning, uploading, and digital filing of documents, including registration forms, RSD/RST decisions, case correspondence, and protection assessments, using established naming conventions and folder structures. • Performing data cleaning, validation, and quality control checks in coordination with the Information Management Officer or Registration team. • Collaborate with Protection and other Field Units to respond to routine data queries and support evidence-based planning. • Undertake other data management-related tasks as required.
Qualifications and Experience

Essential Knowledge in data management and data analysis to support policy formulation and implementation.

Desirable Demonstrated knowledge in the digitization of physical files, including scanning, labeling, organizing, and uploading documents into structured electronic filing systems (e.g., SharePoint).

Education

• The candidate must be a recent graduate (those persons who completed their studies within one year of applying) or current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by UNESCO. The candidate must have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field of information technology, Information Management, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or relevant of interest to the work of the Organization.

Competencies • Strong analytical and organizational skills • Effective communication and teamwork abilities • Technological awareness and adaptability • Commitment to UNHCR core values: professionalism, integrity, and respect for diversity Languages • Fluency in English

Remark : Please note that candidates who have immediate relatives (father, mother, son, daughter, brother or sister) working as staff members of UNHCR are not eligible to apply.Standard Job Description

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Can you describe your experience with data management and analysis?	This question assesses your knowledge and practical skills in data management and analysis.	Detail your academic background and any practical experience, emphasising specific tools or methods used.
How do you ensure data quality and integrity in your work?	The interviewer wants to understand your approach to maintaining high standards in data handling.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to work in a team to achieve a goal. What was your role?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for effective communication within a team?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain how you adapt to new technology and processes in your work.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you handle data that needs to be shared responsibly?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you describe your approach to organizing digital files?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you consider when transitioning paper-based documentation to digital formats?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.