ThaiNGO

Open to External Candidates

Position Title               :           Intern (Community Stabilization)

Duty Station                :           Bangkok, Thailand

Classification               :           Internship (THB 12,886 – 18,027.16 per month)

Type of Appointment  :            Internship, 3-month Contract

Desired Start Date      :           As soon as possible

Closing Date               :           29 October 2019

Reference Code          :           CFCV052/2019

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

1. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:

Under the direct supervision of the Project Staff and overall supervision of the Project Officer, Community Stabilization Unit (CSU), of IOM Thailand, the successful candidate will contribute to the implementation of the project “Promoting stability, well-being and harmony for Myanmar Muslim and host communities in Thailand”.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Assist the unit in data collection for reporting, creating data collection tools for researches and survey on migrant issues such as the project end-line survey and research on access to education for migration children. This includes proofreading and editing the English version of the research.

• Collect, analyse and share relevant information/data on social protection for migrant population.

• Assist the unit in preparing for and attending meetings and conferences, including preparation of presentations, drafting of meeting notes, taking minutes, preparation of agenda and logistics.

• Assist the unit in creating and updating project communication materials.

• In coordination with the project staff in Bangkok and sub-offices, assist in drafting the correspondence and documents and other communications/materials as required.

• Attend external meetings and events on behalf of the unit, if requested.

• Perform such other duties as may be required.

3. DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintain 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

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

4. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• University Degree in law, international relations, communications, political science, social science, or relevant field
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a multi‐cultural environment and respect diversity
• Strong interest in the issue of migration and education
• Proven written and analytical skills
• Proven ability to produce quality work to set deadlines.
• Team-work oriented but with a capacity to work independently
• Good writing and communication skills
• Computer literate

5. LANGUAGES

Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Thai language is an advantage. (Interested candidates is required to submit 1-2 English writing samples).

Other

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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications along with a duly completed IOM Personal History Form to the IOM Bangkok Human Resources Unit at e-mail bkkrecruitment@iom.int by October 29, 2019 at the latest. The form can be downloaded from http://thailand.iom.int/sites/default/files/Recruitment/IOM%20Personal%20History%20Form%20with%20Declaration.xls kindly indicate the reference code CFCV052/2019 followed by your full name in the subject line.

Applications should include: a) a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability; b) a curriculum vitae; c) a duly completed IOM Personal History Form (may be downloaded from http://thailand.iom.int/);

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 15.10.2019 to 29.10.2019