Praktikum - Zirf Virtual Counselling

Position Title : Internship ZIRF Virtual Counselling

Duty Station : Berlin, Germany

Reference Code : Intern-DE1-2023-01

Classification : MSA

Type of Appointment : 3Months; 40hrs/week

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

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.

Context:

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Project
Coordinator ZIRF the intern will be assisting in project activities and will be responsible f or
providing effective and efficient technical and administrative support to the project ZIRF -
Counselling.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Assists the supervisor in carrying out activities of the projects in compliance with the

defined project results;

• In close coordination with the supervisor, translates queries into English and forward

these to the responsible IOM-Mission requesting for an answer;

• Supports in formatting and aggregating former individual inquires and upload them to the

database of the information portal” Returning from Germany” in close coordination with
the supervisor;

• Supports the supervisor with internet research to obtain country specific information;

• Assists in reviewing and editing information obtained via ZIRF-Counselling, individual

requests from IOM missions worldwide and Country Fact Sheets;

• Supports the registration of individual queries/requests concerning the living standard

and/or specific circumstances in any potential return country;

• Supports workshops and presentations related to increasing awareness about the

project;

• Supports the supervisor with design materials for outreach and visibility of the project;

• Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief of Mission and/or the direct

supervisor.

Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution.

Experience

• Practical experience of how to multi-task, prioritize and work independently;

• Previous work experience with national, regional or international public bodies would be

an advantage;

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and

professional backgrounds;

• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office applications, including

Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft
Dynamics CRM is considered an asset.

Languages

Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English and German.
Knowledge of the following languages is an advantage:
Albanian, Arabic, French, Dari/Farsi, Russian, Serbian or of an official IOM language.

Required Competencies

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.

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to

achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and

innovate.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication;

explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way

Core Competencies

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of

responsibility

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related

needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certif ication that the candidate is medically f it for appointment
and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where
applicable.

This post is subject to local recruitment. Only persons holding a valid residence and work
permit for Germany will be eligible for consideration.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application including a CV and a cover letter
not exceeding more than one page, relevant certif icates and references by email to
iomdejobs@iom.int. Due to the volume of applications received, IOM Germany Human
Resources will not be able to respond to all inquiries about the application status and will
only contact shortlisted candidates.

Contact
International Organization for Migration / Germany
Ms Lizzy Gwanihu
Human Resources
Email: iomdejobs@iom.int