KOICA YP_Project Intern
New Closes 30 Sep 2026 CEST (UTC+2)
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Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
Background Information
Opened in 1999, IOM Republic of Korea (ROK) has been an active partner and support of ROK civil society and the government alike, in various areas of cross-border migration, migrants rights and humanitarian assistance. The Programme Support Unit of IOM ROK leads multiple projects to provide comprehensive policy, operational and partnership support for the Government of Korea and liaises with international partners to facilitate cooperation and coordinated responses in diverse aspects of human mobility and humanitarian assistance.
Under the overall supervision of Sr.National Government Liaison and Partnership Officer and direct supervision of the Sr.Project Associate, the successful candidate will provide support in the implementation of various projects under the Programme Support Unit, including activities related to government and civil society partnerships, refugee resettlement and movement operations, and assistance to vulnerable migrants.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Assist in IOM ROK’s movement operations to support the safe and orderly movement of refugees and vulnerable migrants moving through the Incheon International Airport, including managing the movement data, compiling relevant documents, and providing relevant procurement support.
Assist with administrative work related to the refugee resettlement to the ROK to support the successful implementation of the project, including documentation of project results and assistance in relevant meetings.
Support the administrative work for ad-hoc return and reintegration assistance to the ROK through documentation and procurement support.
Participate and assist in stakeholder meetings and project development on domestic migrant agendas in the ROK, including research, meeting preparations, and documentation.
Provide logistical and administrative assistance for the ANDEX capacity building programme on travel document verification funded by KOICA.
Assist in arranging and coordinating mission events such as seminars, conferences, meetings, and others, including relevant logistics.
Perform any other duties that may be assigned.
Desirable Qualifications:
Education
Enrolled in last year of Bachelor’s degree programme or graduated Bachelor Degree programme or equivalent in international development, international relations, political or social sciences, migration studies, human rights, or related field.
Experience
Experience in desk research
Experience in international, non-governmental and/or government organization, and project support and implementation is desirable
Prior experience in an international environment is preferred
Skills
Proficiency in office software package (e.g., MS Word, Excel)
Familiarity with humanitarian assistance, international development, and migration issues
Languages
Required
Professional proficiency in both Korean and English (oral and written) is required.
Note
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.
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