Background (I.O.M)
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading intergovernmental organization addressing migration globally. Established in 1951 (as the Provisional Intergovernmental Committee for the Movement of Migrants from Europe), it became a related organization of the United Nations (UN) in 2016.
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Human Resources (HR) Internship Opportunity
International Organization for Migration (IOM) – Burundi
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi
Posting Date: July 28, 2025
Application Deadline: August 4, 2025 (Midnight, local time)
Duration: 2-6 months (Full-time, Day Shift)
Contract Type: Internship
Grade: UG
Position Overview
Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Senior Human Resources Assistant, the HR Intern will support daily HR/administrative operations at IOM Burundi. This role offers hands-on experience in HR processes within a multicultural UN environment.
Key Responsibilities
HR & Administrative Support
✔ Maintain and update HR personnel files in compliance with IOM regulations
✔ Assist in preparing payment requests (RFPs) for non-staff personnel
✔ Update the organizational organigram to reflect staffing changes
✔ Draft Letters of Invitation (LoI) and facilitate Burundian visa processing for international personnel
✔ Support UN ID applications for staff and dependents
✔ Prepare certificates of service for departing staff
✔ Provide scanning, photocopying, and clerical support as needed
Learning & Development
✔ Gain exposure to IOM’s HR workflows (Hire-to-Retire) via WAVE Oracle ERP
✔ Assist in tracking staff compliance with mandatory training courses
✔ Optional access to pre-recorded HR training modules (subject to approval)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the internship, you will have:
✅ Practical knowledge of HR processes in a UN agency
✅ Experience liaising with government authorities on visas/immigration
✅ Skills in organizational design (organigram maintenance)
✅ Familiarity with IOM’s digital tools (Office 365, Oracle ERP)
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Current enrollment in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in:
- Human Resources
- Business Administration/Management
- Related fields
- OR graduated within the last 12 months (must start internship within 1 year of graduation)
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Experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
- Basic office skills (printing, scanning, etc.)
Languages
- Fluent in English and French (written & spoken)
- Knowledge of Spanish (IOM’s third official language) is a plus
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About IOM
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the United Nations’ leading agency on human mobility, established in 1951 and officially becoming a UN-related organization in 2016. With 175 member states and a presence in 171 countries through 590+ offices, IOM is dedicated to ensuring safe, orderly, and humane migration while fostering international cooperation on migration policies. The organization’s work spans emergency response for displaced populations, protection of migrants against trafficking and exploitation, migration policy development, labor mobility programs, and in-depth migration research—highlighted by its flagship World Migration Report.
As a key UN partner, IOM provided assistance to over 32 million people in 2023, offering critical services such as managing displacement camps, facilitating voluntary returns, and tracking missing migrants. Headquartered in Geneva, IOM operates with approximately 20,000 staff worldwide and an annual budget of $3.2 billion, positioning it as a vital force in addressing today’s most pressing migration challenges. From refugee crises to climate-induced displacement, IOM delivers practical solutions and policy guidance to support the world’s 281 million international migrants, ensuring their rights and dignity are upheld.
Why Choose Us
societies everywhere while protecting the dignity and rights of all people on the move.
A Career with Purpose at IOM
At the International Organization for Migration (IOM), we offer more than just employment – we provide a unique opportunity to be part of the global leader in addressing one of humanity’s most pressing issues: migration. As a UN-affiliated agency with over 70 years of experience across 171 countries, we enable professionals to create real change through emergency response operations, policy development, and direct assistance programs that touch the lives of millions of migrants each year.
Why Work With IOM?
Our diverse team of 20,000 staff worldwide gains unparalleled field experience, contributes to groundbreaking research like our flagship World Migration Report, and helps shape migration policies in collaboration with 175 member states. Whether evacuating families from conflict zones, developing solutions for climate-related displacement, or protecting vulnerable migrants from trafficking and exploitation, your work at IOM will blend hands-on humanitarian action with innovative policy solutions.
Professional Growth & Global Impact
We provide competitive UN benefits packages, continuous learning opportunities through our specialized training institute, and the chance to collaborate with governments, NGOs, and local communities around the world. At IOM, you’ll be at the forefront of migration governance, working to advance our core belief that well-managed migration benefits societies globally while safeguarding the dignity and rights of all people on the move.
Join us in creating a world where migration is safe, orderly, and beneficial for all. Your expertise can help build solutions that make a lasting difference in the lives of millions.
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