Supply Chain Intern

Assist and support logistics unit in Ankara Office during internship.

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Overview

Assist and support logistics unit in Ankara Office during internship.

You have:

  • Enrolled in the final academic year of a Bachelor's degree or graduated within one year of a University Degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a relevant field.
  • Fluency in English and Turkish is required.
  • Must be between 20 and 36 years old.
  • Less than two years of relevant working experience needed.
  • Competence in teamwork, delivering results, managing and sharing knowledge, accountability, and communication is required.

Contract

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Introduction

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.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read 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 overall supervision of National Supply Chain Officer and direct supervision of Supply Chain Associate, the incumbent will provide assistance and support to logistics unit in Ankara Office with following Learning Objectives.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

  • Enrolled in the final academic year of a Bachelor’s degree or graduated within one year of a University Degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a relevant field; or,
  • Enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).

Languages

For this internship, Fluency in English and Turkish is required.

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

  1. Following up the on the Procurement and Logistic related documents regarding needful signatures including IOM sub offices.
  2. Archiving system update and management with proper labels.
  3. Ensure that all procurement files are accurately documented and arranged for secure and systematic filing of all logistics and procurement related documents, contracts, LTAs, etc.
  4. Preparing necessary Procurement and Logistic related documents (PR’s, RfP’s etc.) for the processing the procurement files.
  5. Ensure that the “Goods Receipt Notes” are acknowledged by the Requisitioner when the services/works are rendered and/or the goods are received.
  6. Preparing necessary payment documents including all supporting documents and following up on the payments with the finance unit.
  7. Prepare and submit with supporting documentation Payment Requests to the Finance Unit to execute in-Mission Payments. Follow up with the Finance Unit to ensure that vendors’ accounts are settled on time.
  8. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Potential interview questions

How have you demonstrated teamwork in past projects or academic work? This question assesses your ability to collaborate and contribute to a team environment. Provide specific examples where you played a supportive role within a team.
Describe a situation where you had to manage multiple responsibilities. How did you ensure quality results? This question evaluates your time management and commitment to delivering results. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to manage and share knowledge in a team setting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a time when you had to communicate complex information? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback or criticism? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in the field of supply chain and logistics? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe how you would ensure accuracy in procurement documentation. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why do you think diversity and inclusion are important in the workplace? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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