Intern, Family Reunification Unit

Internship

Overview

Assist the Family Reunification Unit in providing support for migrants and refugees.

You have:

• Must be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent) or higher.
• Must be between 20 and 36 years of age.
• Experience in basic administrative tasks such as document filing, data entry, and email correspondence.
• Assist in research and data collection activities related to project implementation.
• Fluency in Italian and English is required; knowledge of Somali is an advantage.

Contract

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Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience.

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 holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for whom internship is required to complete their studies; or

c) are sponsored by governmental/non governmental institutions and/or academia to work in specific areas relevant to both IOM and the sponsor.

d) are either enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) or have graduated in the last 12 months.

e) are between 20 and 36 years of age.

Background Information

Under the overall supervision of the Director, Coordination Office for the Mediterranean and Chief of Mission in Italy and Malta and Representative to the Holy See, and the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the intern will assist in providing support to the Family Reunification Unit, in accordance with the IOM policy and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent);
• or
• Be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• or
• Have graduated with one of the above university degrees and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.

Experience

• Assisted in basic administrative tasks such as document filing, data entry, and email correspondence.
• Participated in research and data collection activities related to project implementation.
• Previous experience in migration and asylum field would be considered an advantage.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving attitude and willingness to learn quickly.
• Attention to detail and ability to work accurately with data and documents.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Languages

• For this internship, fluency in Italian and English (oral and written) is required;
• knowledge of Somali (oral and written) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Depending on experience and location, interns are granted a small monthly stipend to help offset costs. Interns benefiting from an internship allowance or scholarship granted by their university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend.

IOM covers Interns against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the internship. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Interns are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

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

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Responsibilities

Learning Objectives

• Support the implementation of the activities related to the use of DNA test to facilitate family reunification to Italy for migrants and refugees;
• Support the collection of disaggregated and anonymous data of the beneficiaries of the program for publications, briefings and other relevant communication purposes;
• Support the development/adaptation of existing tools for case management;
• Support the collection of data and relevant legislations and practices related to the family reunification procedures in Italy and other EU member states;
• Support the dissemination of information regarding family reunification as legal entry channel to Italy;
• Perform other tasks related to the execution of the program, as assigned by the Supervisor.

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