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About IOM Australia

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading intergovernmental organization dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration worldwide. With 175 member states, IOM collaborates closely with governmental and non-governmental partners, providing services and advice to governments and migrants. The organization works to ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, promote international cooperation on migration issues, and provide humanitarian assistance to migrants, including refugees and internally displaced people, aligning with the principles of freedom of movement and development.

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Your role

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the National Head of Resource Management, the Resource Management (Accounting) intern will acquire working knowledge, gain experience working in a United Nations (UN) agency and learn about IOM activities in Australia and the Pacific.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Resources Management Unit (RMU) in financial, procurement, human resources and other administrative activities
• Assist RMU in processing the payment and procurement requests
• Assist RMU in processing the travel expense claim
• Assist RMU in reconciling and clearing the imprest accounts
• Assist RMU in monthly account closure, such as performing initial checking and record management
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Training & development 

The IOM Internship Programme provides students with the opportunity to learn about IOM's activities, gain initial work experience, and/or gain knowledge on a broad range of migration technical areas and disciplines. IOM provides on-the-job training to interns so that both they and the Organization, can benefit.

Compensation & benefits

IOM is able to offer a stipend and support for intern learning and development needs, however this internship is not a paid position.

Employees at IOM are given various benefits including:

• Dependency Benefits
• Home Leave
• Education Grant and Travel
• Special Education Grant
• Rental Subsidy
• Non-family service 
• Settling-in Grant
• Repatriation Grant
• Flexible Working
• Birth, Parental and Other Leaves
• Health and Wellbeing Support

Work-life balance

They promote work-life balance through various flexible working arrangements, including flexible hours, compressed work schedules, remote working, and part-time employment options. These initiatives aim to support staff members in managing their responsibilities both within and outside the organization, fostering well-being and mental health awareness. Additionally, IOM offers programs like "My Wellbeing," "Team Wellbeing," and stress management resources to help employees prioritize self-care and collective mental health while fulfilling their roles in assisting migrants.

Company culture

At IOM, diversity is celebrated and embraced as a crucial element in addressing migration complexities, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and heard. The organization actively promotes a discrimination-free environment, welcoming qualified professionals from diverse backgrounds. Through initiatives like the Pathways Pool Initiative, IOM Australia prioritizes skills, competencies, and values to enhance organizational effectiveness and ensure a forward-looking approach to staffing needs.

About you

Qualifications

Education:

• Completed a university degree from an accredited academic institution within 1 year or in the final year of study preferably in a field of study related to Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or related fields.

Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook;
• Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, patience and willingness to learn new things;
• Able to plan and coordinate effectively to meet deadlines and commitments;
• Ability to work well independently, and within a team.

Languages:

• Fluency in English (oral and written).

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email. Kindly indicate the reference code INT/AU/002/2022 followed by your full in the subject line.

Applications should include:

• CV
• Cover letter
• IOM Personal History form which can be downloaded from this link here.

Please provide information about how many days per week you could attend, and when you would be able to undertake the internship (e.g. I can undertake an internship 3 days per week, starting any time after 10 June 2022, however, would be available full time after 20 June 2022).

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• australia.iom.int/who-we-are
• iom.int/mission
• iom.int/diversity-and-inclusion-iom
• iom.int/my-wellbeing
• iom.int/looking-after-us
• iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl486/files/documents/family-friendly-policies-at-iom_jan-2022.pdf