Internship on employment and social protection
Grade: Internship
Publication date: 15 April 2024
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 29 April 2024
Vacancy no.:
Job ID: 11857
Department: EMPLOYMENT
Organization Unit: DMCU
Location: Geneva
Duration of contract: 3 to 6 months
ILO Internship Programme provides an opportunity for talented individuals to:
(a) increase understanding of relevant issues at the international level by involving them directly in the work of the Office and the application of ILO principles, programmes and strategies;
(b) gain practical experience with the ILO directly related to their field of study.
The internship programme is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO. There should be no expectation of further employment at the end of the internship.
The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from candidates, particularly from non- or under- represented member States from the following countries: https://jobs.ilo.org/content/Non--and-under-represented-member-States/?locale=en_GB
Qualified candidates from those countries may be eligible for a special fund that provides financial assistance for round-trip airfare (economy class) in addition to the stipend.
The ILO also encourages applications of persons with disabilities. If needed, reasonable accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities in the recruitment phase as well as during the internship to promote equality of opportunities. For assistance, please send an e-mail to internship@ilo.org
IMPORTANT:
Please only apply for an internship if you fulfil the following two criteria:
(1) You have no close relative serving in the ILO.
(2) This is your first internship with the ILO (only one internship is permitted).
Department
The intern position will be located in the Department Management and Coordination Unit of the Employment Policy, Job Creation and Livelihoods Department. The Department is responsible for promoting full and productive employment by developing integrated employment, development and skills policies that are inclusive, gender sensitive and sustainable. The work of the Department is guided by relevant ILO Conventions and Recommendations, robust analysis and evidence.
At the global level, the Department promotes policy frameworks and partnerships that aim at generating more quality employment opportunities and contributes to and advocates for knowledge and capacity building on employment-related issues. At the country level, it supports ILO constituents to develop, implement and monitor coordinated and context specific policies and programmes for more and better jobs, with a particular focus on vulnerable groups.
The purpose of the internship is to support the coordination team of the Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions. The Global Accelerator aims to increase the level and coordination of the multilateral system’s efforts to help countries create millions of decent jobs, including in the green, digital and care economies, and to extend social protection coverage to the people currently excluded, efforts which are vital to poverty reduction and achieving the SDGs as a whole.
Learning Area
The Intern will work in close communication with the ILO Global Accelerator team, other staff in Employment and Social protection departments. Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Department Management and Coordination Unit, and in close coordination with relevant Technical Officer(s), the intern will carry out the following tasks:
- Support setting up appropriate coordination systems, information and reporting flows and mechanisms; and assist users of the Global Accelerator’s document and information management system;
- Assist the research workstream of the initiative which is mainly on integrated employment and social protection policies;
- Assist in the regular reporting of progress of the Global Accelerator;
- Keep up-to-date information on the engagement status of various pathfinder countries, and potential ones; and share the information with the other departments, field offices, other UN agencies and external partners;
- Assist the organization of and participate in technical activities for research, tools development, and data collection purposes and high-level events.
- Assist with answering internal and external inquiries, including research, gathering, consolidating and presenting information in a timely manner relevant to the specific audience;
- Undertake other relevant tasks that might be assigned by your supervisor.
Education
Master’s degree in economics, development studies, international relations, social policy, social sciences or other related disciplines.
Experience
Any relevant work experience and knowledge in development cooperation, or international development; applied policy research would be an advantage
Languages
Fluency (both oral and written) in English is required. Knowledge of another one of the ILO’s official languages (French, Spanish) is an advantage.
Competencies
Adaptable to an international, multicultural and multilingual environment, good communication skills and be able to work in a team.
How to apply:
1. Search for an internship profile via the page on ILO Jobs
2. Select the internship profile you would like to apply for, and create a profile on ILO Jobs
3. Complete your candidate profile and apply to the internship profile
4. Be sure to attach a cover letter in the last section of the application, as applications without a cover letter will not be considered and you cannot attach a cover letter after the deadline.
Selection process:
If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the field office for a written test and/or interview. The ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Stipend:
As an intern in Geneva, you will receive a stipend of 2450 CHF per month from the ILO, unless you receive funding through another institution (for example your university or a foundation). If you receive partial funding, ILO will cover the difference to ensure you receive 2450 CHF per month. Your travel to Geneva will be at your own expense.
In addition to the amounts referred above, each intern shall receive the amount of CHF45 per month, or the equivalent amount in the currency in which the monthly stipend is paid, which is a contribution from the Office towards the cost of medical insurance to cover the period of the internship.
Insurance:
Please note that the ILO does not take responsibility for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship. You will be responsible for your own insurance coverage for illness and accidents for the duration of the internship at the duty station (whether Geneva or the field).
Fraud warning:
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.