Internships

Posting Date: 11/11/2022

Deadline for Applications: N/A

Duty Station: Istanbul / Ankara, Türkiye

Start Date: Negotiable

Contract Duration: 4 Months (plus a possible 2 month extension)

Overview:

ICMPD is inviting all interested candidates to apply for the internship for the several projects in Ankara and Istanbul.

The ICMPD internship  offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to participate in project activities implemented by the   Western Balkans and Türkiye teams. 

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Support the project team in the implementation of project activities in accordance with the work plan;
• Support to editing and formatting of documents and assist with administrative duties including correspondence to internal and external partners, photocopies etc;
• Support the project team in organizing meetings and make travel related arrangements;
• Support to preparation of summaries, graphs and presentations in support to various project activities;
• Support to maintainenance of documents according to the project filing system;
• Provide administrative support to implementation of project communication activities;
• Support to procurement processes according to ICMPD rules and procedures;
• Assist the project team with any other task as necessary.

Skills Development:

• Develop the ability to undertake small assignments independently;
• Understand the dynamics of operational and project support;
• Increased understanding of the ICMPD and the project implementation within ICMPD;
• Write and formulate substantive documents;
• Familiarise project design and delivery mechanisms;
• Network with ICMPD colleagues.

Qualifications and Experience:

• University degree
• Fluency in Turkish and English
• Basic understanding of project administration and implementation of projects
• Currently enrolled in a postgraduate course or a recent graduate
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency in standard office software (word, excel, etc.)

Compensation:

ICMPD offers a monthly fee of EUR 300,00 and will provide accident insurance for the duration of the internship. However, travel expenses will not be reimbursed and Health insurance is the responsibility of the incumbent.

The internship does not constitute a commitment to future employment with ICMPD.

PLEASE NOTE: An intern is not a staff member of ICMPD. An intern who is a non-citizen of the country in which the duty station is situated is responsible for obtaining any necessary visas and for complying with local laws regarding registration with the local authorities.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are requested to email their application in English to icmpdinternshipTR@icmpd.org by midnight (CET) of the closing date specified above. 

All applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated above. Applications received after the published deadline, will not be considered.

Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted and applicants are expected to be available for a personal/telephone interview.

Please note that only Turkish nationals are eligible for this internship.

Posting Date: 15 November 2023

Deadline for Applications: 1 December 2023

Duty Station: Vienna, Austria

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract Duration: 6 months

Directorate of Migration Dialogues and Cooperation (MDC)

The MDC Directorate takes a leading role in the development and implementation of technical assistance and capacity development projects. It contributes to strengthening international cooperation and partnerships by coordinating ICMPD’s secretariat activities for numerous migration dialogues.

The MDC Directorate brings together all ICMPD-supported migration dialogue secretariats, the Regional Offices (RO) namely West Africa, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, the Mediterranean, the Silk Routes and Western Balkans and Turkey and thematic programmes, Anti Trafficking as well as Border Management and Security.

Function and Objectives:

For the duration of the internship, the Intern will support the MDC Directorate and the MDC Director’s office with related activities focusing on project development and resource mobilisation. The Intern will also support in administrative and operational matters as applicable.   

The internship position offers the opportunity to support the Directorate’s effort to effectively coordinate and report on the project development pipeline as well as to contribute to identification of funding opportunities and development of new and innovative projects and programmes. The intern will gain experience in administrative and operational matters as applicable.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Carry out data collection and prepare reports on ongoing project development efforts within MDC
• Carry out opportunity monitoring, and conduct research on donor strategies, programmes and funding opportunities to identify new opportunities
• Contribute to donor and partner engagement through preparation of meetings, communication and documentation
• Support MDC donor coordination efforts via collecting data and updating One Place coordination space
• Support in preparing inputs to briefs, background papers, presentations, speeches relevant to resource mobilisation and project development
• Assist the MDC Director’s Office team as needed – operationally, logistically as well as content related.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Recent graduate or ongoing university study/studies in international relations, law, development studies, economics, social or political science, or related field
• Proficiency in English
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency in standard office software (word, excel, etc.)
• Affinity for migration issues, understanding of major developments in the migration sphere is an asset.

Compensation:

ICMPD offers a monthly fee of EUR 500,00, and will provide accident insurance for the duration of the internship. However, travel expenses will not be reimbursed and Health insurance is the responsibility of the incumbent.`4

The internship does not constitute a commitment to future employment with ICMPD.

PLEASE NOTE: An intern is not a staff member of ICMPD. An intern who is a non-citizen of the country in which the duty station is situated is responsible for obtaining any necessary visas and for complying with local laws regarding registration with the local authorities.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application in English via email by midnight (CET) of the closing date specified above. To apply for this position please submit your CV and motivation letter to: ProjectDevelopment@icmpd.org indicating in the subject line of your email: Internship_Your_Name.

All applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated above. Applications received after the published deadline will not be considered.

Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted and applicants are expected to be available for a personal/telephone interview.

General Information:

ICMPD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy or to cancel the recruitment.

Posting Date: 15 November 2023

Deadline for Applications: 12 December 2023

Duty Station: Vienna, Austria

Start Date: February 2024

Contract Duration: 3 months

Background:

ICMPD is inviting all interested and qualified candidates to apply for an internship in the Research Unit.  

The ICMPD research internship offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to obtain first-hand experience of international comparative research on migration with a strong policy orientation and firm academic grounding. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in research activities implemented by the Research Unit.

In terms of themes covered by the Research Internship, the involvement in various research activities will strengthen the intern’s understanding of various migration topics, particularly migration decision-making in different geographical contexts, and role of information in influencing their decision-making processes. In line with ICMPD’s internship policy, the internship lasts 3 months.

With regards to research skills, the research internship will comprise involvement in various types of research, offering the opportunity to acquire and develop specific research skills, including desk research, quantitative and qualitative analysis, engaging in policy-relevant research drafting (as specifically agreed with the intern).

We are seeking one dedicated intern proficient in quantitative data analysis to join our Research Unit.

Project Overview::

The Research Unit is under-taking two similar projects on information dissemination and awareness raising among potential migrants and returnees in Pakistan (PARIM-II) and Iraq (MIRAMI).

Awareness raising and information campaigns on the risks of irregular migration in Pakistan (PARIM-II) seeks to provide Afghan nationals in Pakistan with a balanced set of information regarding legal migration opportunities, protection services they are eligible for, and challenges of irregular migration, to help them make informed onward migration decisions, taking into account the legal and protection options available to them.

Migration Information and Awareness Raising on the Risks of Irregular Migration in Iraq (MIRAMI) aims at increasing awareness on safe and legal migration, reducing irregular migration, and improving reintegration support for returnees through the development of targeted migration information campaigns. The project targets various groups, including potential migrants, returnees, families, female migrants, and influencers like community leaders and media representatives. In doing so, MIRAMI contributes to the Iraqi government's vision of sustainable reintegration for returnees, aligning with national strategies for migration management.

Understanding that effective information and awareness campaigns are built on strong background research, both projects have a strong research component that precedes the development and implementation of the awareness raising campaigns. The respective background research streams are focusing on understanding the specific migration contexts of Afghans in Pakistan (PARIM-II) and Iraqis (MIRAMI) through dedicated surveys and qualitative fieldwork. The research aims to understand the target audiences and participants of migration awareness raising campaigns, their profiles, contexts, characteristics, information needs, push and pull factors behind their mobility decisions, and other situations that affect or influence their decision-making process.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

In close coordination with project managers and under the supervision of the Head of Research, the intern will be involved in various tasks, such as:

• Support in quantitative data analysis for two individual level surveys with large sample size, using STATA, SPSS, or R
• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and analysing migration-related data from various sources, such as government databases, surveys, and academic studies.
• Conduct literature reviews and support in data-driven research on a variety of topics, for instance various aspects of migration decision-making, including motivations, influences, and role of information.
• Create data visualizations and graphs to effectively communicate research findings and insights to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Support in qualitative data analysis based on Key Informant Interviews
• Support in triangulation of fieldwork findings with broader literature
• Support in the editing of research publications as needed.
• Collaborate with fellow interns and researchers to support interdisciplinary research projects related to migration.
• Assist the research team with any other task as necessary.

Learning Outcomes:

Through this internship, the intern will have the opportunity to:

• Develop the ability to undertake small assignments independently;
• Increased understanding of research at ICMPD and the project implementation within the Rersearch Unit;
• Network with ICMPD colleagues.

Incumbent Profile:

• Recent graduate or currently enrolled in masters’ programme in social sciences (economics, statistics, migration studies, international relations, development studies or related field)
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong quantitative and data analysis skills, including proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS). Experience in handling survey data is an asset.
• Familiarity with migration-related concepts, theories, and empirical research in the field.
• Familiarity with migration trends and issues in South and West Asia region is an asset.
• Strong communication, analytical, drafting and organization skills.
• Basic understanding of qualitative research methods
• Good writing skills
• Computer proficiency in standard office software (MS word, excel, etc.)
• Enthusiasm for the subject matter and a strong desire to contribute to ongoing research efforts in the field of migration studies.

Compensation:

ICMPD offers a monthly fee of EUR 500, 00 and will provide accident insurance for the duration of the internship. However, travel expenses will not be reimbursed and Health insurance is the responsibility of the incumbent.

The internship does not constitute a commitment to future employment with ICMPD.

PLEASE NOTE: An intern is not a staff member of ICMPD. An intern who is a non-citizen of the country in which the duty station is situated is responsible for obtaining any necessary visas and for complying with local laws regarding registration with the local authorities.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates are requested to send their application (CV & Motivation letter) in English to Melina.Koumides@icmpd.org by midnight (CET) of the closing date specified above.

All applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated above. Applications received after the published deadline, and applications submitted via fax or post will not be considered.

Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted and applicants are expected to be available for a personal/online interview.

General Information:

ICMPD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy or to cancel the recruitment.