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, and it does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. This internship is open to internal and external candidates and is based in Bangkok, Thailand.
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Policy and Programme Support Unit and the direct supervision of the Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer, the successful candidate will support reporting, information management and related programme support functions within the Policy and Programme Support Unit.
Responsibilities
📝 Support the development, compilation, and timely submission of donor reports, as well as other mission-specific reports or donor proposals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with donor and organizational requirements
🗂️ Support the collection, consolidation and organization of inputs from programme teams for reports, updates, briefing notes and other reporting-related documents
📊 Assist in maintaining reporting trackers, information management tools and shared filing systems to support reporting processes
🔍 Support the review, formatting and quality assurance of reports and other programme-related documents
🤝 Participate in and provide support for programme-related meetings and conferences at both the national and international levels
💻 Provide technical support to Programme Units on the use of PRIMA, as needed
🧩 As part of the Policy and Programme Support Unit (PPSU), support other PPSU functions as needed, including project development, monitoring and evaluation and compliance
✈️ Undertake travel duties relating to project and programme monitoring, liaison with counterparts, problem solving, and new project and programme development, as required
✅ Perform such other duties as may be assigned
It is expected that the selected intern will be exposed to the activities of IOM in the duty station, gain understanding about IOM and the UN System and its processes, learn the technical skills described in the post description, and be able to prove their dedication, skills, and capacity to work in an international setting as part of a diverse and international team.
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Who Can Apply
Candidates should hold a university degree in Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Political Science, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution (accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database).
Experience
📌 Previous internship, volunteer, academic, or professional experience related to reporting, research, information management, programme support, communications, or administration is an advantage
🛠️ Experience in designing and managing information management tools to facilitate report writing
💻 Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint, is desirable
Skills
🗣️ Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
📋 Good organizational skills and attention to detail
📊 Computer literacy, especially database tools and strong Excel knowledge
🔗 Ability to review, consolidate and organize information from multiple sources
⏱️ Proven ability to produce quality work accurately and concisely according to set deadlines
🧭 Ability to timely understand the Organization's structure and portfolios
👥 Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds
⚡ Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently
🤝 Strong interpersonal and coordination skills
🌏 Demonstrated interest in migration, development, humanitarian, or related fields
🇹🇭 Written and verbal communication skills in Thai is an advantage
Languages
All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Proficiency in spoken and written Thai is an advantage but is not required. Proficiency of the language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
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The Details
🗓️ Initial contract duration: 6 months, with possibility of extension (Internship, 2 to 6 months)
📅 Estimated start date: as soon as possible
💶 Classification: Internship (THB 20,824 per month)
📍 Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Stipend and Insurance
Depending on experience and location, interns are granted a small monthly stipend to help offset costs. Interns benefiting from an internship allowance or scholarship granted by their university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend. IOM covers interns against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the internship. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses, and interns are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. Any offer made in relation to this vacancy is subject to funding confirmation, and appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via the IOM e-Recruitment system within the stated deadline, referring to this advertisement. Please attach a cover letter indicating the dates of availability, a curriculum vitae, and a duly completed IOM Personal History Form. Only duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system will be accepted. No late applications will be accepted, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline
⏳ 24 August 2026
