Exciting Internship with Stipend! Join IOM in Geneva as an Intern in Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) focused on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
Position Title: Intern – Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) (Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland
Classification: Intern, Grade Other
Type of Appointment: Internship, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 03 October 2024
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.
Context:
Background Information
As an important function of its mandate, IOM is the Cluster Lead Agency for Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) for disaster-induced displacement situations under the 2005 IASC Humanitarian Reform. Additionally, in line with the commitments to the global Call to Action on Protection Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Emergencies, and in accordance with the IASC Guidelines for Integrating GBV Interventions in Humanitarian Action (2015), IOM has been working to improve GBV prevention and risk mitigation in CCCM operations worldwide. Expanding upon pilot initiatives, IOM’s interventions are designed to reduce vulnerabilities to GBV at the onset of emergencies, by building the capacity of field practitioners to identify, prevent and mitigate GBV risks; providing innovative tools to improve the management of sectoral responses and coordination of service provision in response to identified risks; enhancing operational collaboration between CCCM, GBV and other specialized Protection actors; and improving women’s participation in camp governance structures.
Supervision
Under the overall and direct supervision of the CCCM Operations Coordinator, and overall supervision of the global CCCM Cluster coordinator, the Intern – Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) (Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Site Environment) will support the global CCCM support unit in further exploring and capturing site planning and improvement best practices when it comes to disaster risk reduction and mitigation and prevention of GBV risks in collective displacement settings.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Support the capturing, writing up summaries and sharing of CCCM DRR, site improvement, development and site design case studies, lessons learned, and best practices, with focus on protection and GBV mainstreaming activities.
- Liaise with IOM’s field colleagues on relevant CCCM and global project efforts, tools and initiatives; analyse information and feedback received from IOM’s field offices.
- Support the development of the Fire Risk Index (FRI) for displacement sites and integration with meteorological data.
- Support development and preparation for relevant training to other actors engaged in DRR, site planning and site improvement activities, including development of related training material.
- Support on design and layout work of guidance and documents under development as part of the global project and CCCM unit.
- Collate weekly/monthly updates shared by the field and create summary reports on a regular basis, as well as ad hoc reports when requested.
- Work in coordination with relevant units and teams within IOM Headquarters (HQ),particularly the DRR, Preparedness, Shelter, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), GBV, and Humanitarian Protection units.
- Support planning, logistics, and implementation for Global CCCM cluster’s Events and IOM capacity building events, including preparation of training, workshops, cluster retreat, and simulation exercises
- Perform other such duties as may be assigned.
Training Components and Learning Elements
- The Intern will learn about displacement management within the United Nations system.
- Gain experience in organization, management, and international cooperation activities.
- Gain a better understanding of IOM’s work, as an inter-governmental organization in the field of Displacement management
- The Intern will acquire technical knowledge in policy and strategy.
- The Intern can also access online training courses at the disposal of all IOM staff.
- The Intern will have the possibility to interact with IOM staff within Headquarters and IOM Missions.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution in a field of study related to Disaster Risk Reduction, engineering, architecture, urban design, urban planning, or other relevant social sciences; or,
- Equivalent combination of a Bachelor’s degree and previous humanitarian work experience in a related area.
- Only applications received within 12 months of their date of graduation will be accepted.
Experience
- Prior experience in working on disaster risk reduction, site planning, site improvements, forced displacement, or protection an asset.
Skills
- Strong and demonstrable interest in displacement, disaster management, disaster risk reduction and/or humanitarian issues;
- Solid civil engineering and/or design skills;
- Skilled in the use of relevant software such as: AutoCAD, Python, QGIS, adobe suites; as well as Microsoft Office; and,
- Solid analytical and drafting skills.
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 is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) 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
In general, 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;
- are holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for whom internship is required to complete their studies; or
- are sponsored by governmental/non governmental institutions and/or academia to work in specific areas relevant to both IOM and the sponsor.
- 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.
- Please consider the cost of living in Geneva prior to applying.
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).
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. https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf
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
To apply, interested applicants are invited to submit their applications HERE via the IOM e-Recruitment system by 03 October 2024.
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.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 20.09.2024 to 03.10.2024
No Fees:
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.
Requisition: INT 2024 30 Intern – Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) (Disaster Risk
Reduction (DRR) & Site Environment) – Geneva, Switzerland (59160018) Released
Posting: Posting NC59160019 (59160019) Released
