Human Resources Intern
Manage the Internship Programme and provide support for HR functions.
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Overview
Manage the Internship Programme and provide support for HR functions.
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a relevant first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent)
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a relevant graduate school programme (second university degree (Master Degree) or equivalent, or higher)
- Fluency in English is required
- Knowledge of other UN official language is desirable
- Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS Excel and MS Power Point
- Previous experience in Human Resources management or Administration is desirable
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Arusha, Tanzania
Expected duration
3-6 months starting in June 2025
Duties and Responsibilities
Org. Setting and Reporting The Human Resources Section of the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals ("Mechanism") invites applications for internships starting June 2025. The Mechanism is mandated to perform a number of essential functions previously carried out by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. In carrying out these essential functions the Mechanism maintains the legacies of these two pioneering ad hoc international criminal courts and strives to reflect best practices in the field of international criminal justice. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week. Responsibilities and Duties Under the supervision of the Chief of the Human Resources Section, Associate Human Resources Officer or a staff member in the section to which they are assigned. The intern will manage the Internship Programme, which includes acting as focal point for all internal and external enquiries regarding internships; drafting correspondence and handling telephone enquiries; preparing internship offer letters and following up on documentation; informing departments on the status of applications; providing induction briefing to new interns; processing check-outs and updating databases. The incumbent will ensure a smooth working relationship with potential candidates, other interns and staff members within the Mechanism. Additionally, the Internship Coordinator will assist the Human Resources Section with ad-hoc duties when necessary.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants to the programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a relevant first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent) (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a relevant graduate school programme (second university degree (Master Degree) or equivalent, or higher) Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying is required. Previous experience in Human Resources management or Administration is desirable. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS Excel and MS Power Point.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of other UN official language is desirable.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a situation where you had to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. How did you prioritize? | This question assesses your organizational skills and ability to handle time management. | Provide an example of your prioritization strategy and the results of your actions. |
| Can you give an example of how you have communicated effectively in a previous role? | The interviewer wants to evaluate your communication skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you understand about the role of Human Resources in an organization? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle feedback and criticism? Can you provide an example? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why are you interested in this internship with the United Nations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe an experience where you had to resolve a conflict with a peer. What approach did you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What skills do you think are essential for success in this internship? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you keep yourself organized when managing interns and their responsibilities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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