Digital Communications Intern

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.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Under the overall supervision of Head of Office for IOM Finland, the direct supervision of the Senior Project coordinator and in coordination with relevant units, the intern will support the country office and more specifically the Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) Unit in the update of the website Moving to Finland, research support for beneficiary inquiries, and supporting PDO‑related tasks. The internship offers exposure to IOM’s Pre-Departure orientation programmes and resettlement operations in a multicultural environment.

1. Assist in reviewing the Moving to Finland website information for clarity, correctness, and user-friendliness. 
2. Prepare edits that are in alignment with AI text to audio tool requirements for team review and finalize versions incorporating changes as needed. 
3. Support in planning and drafting new sections as needed.
4. Assist in planning and coordinating translation and quality control timelines and workflow steps. 
5. Update the website with new text versions and corresponding audio files. 
6. Check overall functionality of the website after update. 
7. Support communication tasks related to PDO events such as assisting with social media content preparation. 
8. Assist in researching answers to participants' questions before and during PDO. 
9. Provide general administrative support to the team as needed. 
10. Perform other duties as required.

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 content creation and website management to support early integration of refugees. 

• Gain experience in planning, implementing and coordinating a sub-project within a project.

• Gain experience of Pre-Departure Orientation for quota refugees. 

• Gain experience in social media communication. 

• Gain a better understanding of IOM’s work, as an inter-governmental organization in the field of Migration, and IOM’s resettlement operations. 

• The Intern can also access online training courses at the disposal of all IOM staff.

• This internship is well suited for master’s students in fields such as Communication & Media, Social Sciences, Political Sciences and Educational Sciences

• Experience in research, fact‑checking information and verifying sources.
• Experience in writing, editing and adapting texts for different platforms with attention to clarity, accuracy and accessibility. 
• Experience with digital tools supporting web and content management, including Content Management Service tools (e.g. Drupal) and AI tools, is an advantage. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Prior experience in international or multicultural settings is an advantage.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Skilled at organizing and summarizing findings concisely.

• Excellent communication skills, especially in writing. 

• Attention to detail combined with a systematic and organized approach. 

• User-friendly and learner-centered approach in developing accessible content. 

• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

• Discretion and client-oriented approach.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems. 

• Basic skills in photography, videography and social media content preparation.

   

For this internship, fluency in English and either Finnish or Swedish is required 

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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. 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 to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice 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, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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