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CFCV 2025-01 Project Development and Support Intern

Brussels

  • Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: Brussels
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Project and Programme Management
  • Closing Date:

Job Description

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

The IOM Country Office for Belgium & Luxembourg is implementing projects in migration related areas such as migration and development, migrant protection and assistance, labour migration, integration, counter-trafficking, vulnerable migrant groups and unaccompanied migrant children.

Supervision
 
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Partnership and Liaison Assistant and in close coordination with the Heads of Units, the successful candidate will support with identifying IOM-relevant project and funding opportunities for IOM Belgium and Luxembourg, developing project proposals in conjunction with relevant programme teams, conducting research on donor priorities (including corporate donors and philanthropic foundations), and providing general programme support, particularly on monitoring and reporting, as required.

Responsibilities

  1. Provide assistance with the project development efforts within the Country Office and keep abreast of new IOM project and funding opportunities;
  2. Assist in monitoring donor priorities and strategies for Belgium and Luxembourg and assist with the identification of possible “new” donors including private sector donors;
  3. Provide assistance with the development and strengthening of contacts and networks with IOM Belgium and Luxembourg partners with a view on identification of synergies and joint opportunities for programming and funding;
  4. Based on national needs, support the development of IOM-relevant projects in line with donor priorities and published opportunities, in coordination with the CoM and Heads of Units;
  5. Assist with the conceptualization of new projects. This includes the compilation of background info and the drafting of concept notes, project proposals, results matrix, project plans; 
  6. Provide assistance in Country Office strategy development and monitoring in close collaboration with the Heads of Units and Regional Thematic Specialists; 
  7. Assist programme teams in developing and reviewing strategic documents, donor reports and other information and communication material;
  8. Collaborate with programme teams and Communications focal point to improve public outreach and information about IOM and its work in Belgium and Luxembourg;
  9. Assist with ensuring all conceptualization, development, and design of projects is undertaken in line with the IOM Constitution, IOM Strategy and the Organization’s policies, thematic guidelines and the IOM Project Handbook and any national and/or regional strategies and priorities;
  10. Assist in the preparation of reports, concept papers and strategic documents related to the ongoing and future activities of the IOM Mission for Belgium and Luxembourg, as required;
  11. Assist with providing general guidance, support and training on project development to IOM Belgium and Luxembourg in line with the IOM Project Handbook and institutional tools, such as PRIMA; 
  12. Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
 
Training Components and Learning Elements
  • Gain working experience in an international multicultural environment within the UN system; 
  • Gain expertise in the field of migration; 
  • Gain expertise on the different phases of the project management cycle (project implementation, project development, and monitoring and evaluation); 
  • Gain a better understanding of IOM’s work, as an inter-governmental organization in the field of Migration with actors such as the European Union, Governments and other partners to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration. 

Qualifications

Education

Required field of study: Political or Social Sciences, Economic Studies, Business Administration, Migration studies, International Relations and/or Law; a related field from an accredited academic institution.

Applicants to IOM internships must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: 

  1. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
  2. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or 
  3. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.
Experience
  • Knowledge in the field of migration issues including operational and field experience, an advantage; 
  • Project/ business development, report and document drafting, and project experience is an advantage;
  • Knowledge of the Belgian context and policies in the field of migration is an advantage.
Skills
  • Great command of Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint and Excel is required;
  • Strong writing and drafting skills;
  • Strong organization skills; analytical and creative thinking;
  • Good level of written and oral communication;
  • Good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation techniques is an advantage. 
 
Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French or Dutch is an advantage.

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
 

Other:

The internship is subject to local recruitment: only persons holding a valid residence and work permit for Belgium will be eligible for consideration.

The intern is expected to apply and obtain a scholarship to cover his/her costs of living during the internship. An application can be submitted, for instance, to the Flanders Trainee Programme - Departement Buitenlandse Zaken (fdfa.be). The start of the internship position is based upon availability of funding for the position.

 
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 three 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
  1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  2. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
  3. 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 his/her university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend.
  4. IOM covers Interns against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the assignment. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
  8. IOM reserves the right to contact shortlisted candidates only.

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

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Job info

Contract Type: Internship (2-6 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 6 months
Vacancy Type: Internship
Recruiting Type: Intern
Grade: UG
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