توظيف Intern - Human Resources

Details:



The People Strategy also applies one of the IOM Strategic Plan's cross-cutting priorities - equality, diversity and inclusion - across the strategy, and seeks to implement the guidelines set forth in IOM's Gender Equality Policy and Race Equity and Equality Strategy. IOM's staffing strategy has as a cross-cutting priority equality, diversity and inclusion, established in the IOM's Gender Equality Policy and Race Equity and Equality Strategy. IOM Colombia seeks to align itself with this strategy by formulating and implementing concrete actions, this internship seeks from the human resources unit to lay the necessary foundations (design and implementation) of strategies for equality, diversity and inclusion in the mission. .
Supervision
Under the overall supervision of the Human Resources Officer and the direct supervision of the Chief - Human Resources.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Support the mission's resources management in the area of Human Resources.
2. Research on existing mechanisms/tools in Colombia and/or UN System that allow improving the scope of recruitment processes for people with disabilities.
3. Design strategies and mechanisms to implement initiatives, programmes and tools to support a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment within IOM, by ensuring a strategic inclusion of DEI in relevant management processes.
4. Design strategies and mechanisms to promote that persons with disabilities are included in IOM’s.
5. In coordination with IOM Colombia's programs and units, identify opportunities for vacant positions that can be filled with people with disabilities and assist in the design of strategies for adapting the context of the mission and staff.
6. Support in recruitment processes, webinars, and trainings for cross-cutting themes.
7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Training Components and Learning Elements
It is expected that the selected intern will:
● Be exposed to the activities of IOM in the duty station.
● Gain understanding about the IOM and the UN System and its processes.
● Learn technical skills described in this Post Description.
● Be able to prove their dedication, skills, and capacity to work in an international setting as part of a diverse and international team.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• 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. of programs in human resources, in disability, Social Projects, social inclusion from an accredited academic institution.
Experience
• Experience in human resources, inclusion, diversity, and disability inclusion.
Skills
• Understanding and knowledge in the creation of knowledge management products.
• Knowledge of business administration.
• Computer literacy, especially database tools and strong Excel knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds.
• Proven ability to produce quality work accurately and concisely according to set deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English and Spanish is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, and Russian) is an advantage. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Note
Eligibility and Selection
This internship opportunity is part of IOM’s Diversity and Inclusion Internship Program 2024.
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A main condition is that applicants be citizens
of countries which are not part of the OECD-DAC (except for Iceland, which is a Non-Represented Member State in IOM as of April 2024 and is included in the programme); and additionally, that applicants self-identify as persons with disabilities.
If you encounter technical difficulties while completing your application and cannot submit it,
please reach out to us at
DEI-DHR@iom.int
The selected candidate for this internship position will work remotely (teleworking). Interns will
receive a monthly stipend, plus an amount to cover office and internet costs.
If you would like to explore all vacancies that are part of the ‘Diversity and Inclusion Internship
Program 2024’, please go to: 


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 at least 20 years old.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and additional enquiries will only be addressed if the candidate is shortlisted.
• Depending on experience and location, IOM provides a small monthly stipend to help offset costs.
• This internship programme will be supporting the IOM Mission in Bogota, Colombia.
Required Competencies:
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
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.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.


Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
The appointment 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, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
No late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM,
IOM e-Recruitment system
, by
31 May 2024
at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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