Internship

Support the Programme Team in data enumeration and operational coordination.

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Overview

Support the Programme Team in data enumeration and operational coordination.

You have:

  • Master’s degree from a recognized university or institution
  • Graduates from a recognized university or institution with two years’ work experience
  • Basic computer proficiency, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and MS Office Applications.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong documentation and organizational abilities
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in handling data
  • Ability to manage multiple operational tasks within timelines
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Fluency in English
  • Knowledge of Kannada & Tamil (Desirable)

Contract

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Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office and direct supervision of the National Project Officer, and technical guidance from the Senior Project Assistant (IOM India), the incumbents will be supporting the Programme Team in data enumeration, operational coordination, documentation, and routine quality assurance services.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  1. Master’s degree from a recognized university or institution
  2. Graduates from a recognized university or institution with two years’ work experience

Skills

  1. Basic computer proficiency, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and MS Office Applications.
  2. Good communication and interpersonal skills
  3. Strong documentation and organizational abilities
  4. Attention to detail and accuracy in handling data
  5. Ability to manage multiple operational tasks within timelines
  6. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Languages

  1. English
  2. Kannada & Tamil (Desirable)

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values- All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 level 2

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

Responsibilities

  1. Data Enumeration and Management
  2. Data Cleaning and Validation
  3. Infographics
  4. Operational and Administrative Support
  5. Reporting and Documentation

Other Support Functions

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you managed multiple tasks under a tight deadline. The interviewer wants to assess your ability to handle pressure and prioritize tasks. Highlight your organizational skills and how you successfully managed time to achieve your goals.
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Added 10 days ago - Updated 5 hours ago - Source: iom.int