Intern- Partnerships (Programme Coordination and Innovation -PCI) at International Organization for Migration - IOM

Background Information

• The Programme Support Unit (PSU) provides administrative, technical, and operational support to IOM Nigeria’s programmes. The unit assists with programme planning, coordination, reporting, and monitoring, ensuring alignment with IOM’s strategic objectives and the Nigeria UNSDCF.

Responsibilities

Supervision

• Under the overall supervision of the National Programme Support Officer (PGLS) , and direct supervision of assigned PSU staff, the Intern will assist in daily programme support tasks, including documentation, reporting, and coordination

Learning Objectives

• Assist in organizing and maintaining programme documents, files, and records.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and briefing notes. 
• Help track programme activities, timelines, and deliverables. 
• Assist in monitoring and documenting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for ongoing projects.
• Support coordination of meetings, workshops, and programme events. 
• Help liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required. 

• Perform any other programme-related tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Training Components and Learning Elements

The Intern will gain experience in working in an international multicultural environment, 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 Migration, and work on formulating and editing institutional strategies, priorities and workplans. 
•  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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level) in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field; or 
• Graduated from such a programme within the last 12 months.

Experience

• Experience (academic projects, internships, or volunteer work) in programme support, administration, or development projects is desirable. 
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication in English. 
• Good organizational and analytical skills; attention to detail. 
• Interest in migration, development, or corporate social responsibility