Supply Chain Internship Post in Berlin Germany

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Internship Supply Chain

Berlin, Germany

Job Description

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.

The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programs and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience.

In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who:

a) have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities; Humanitarian aid jobs

b) are holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for whom an internship is required to complete their studies; or

c) are sponsored by governmental/nongovernmental institutions and/or academia to work in specific areas relevant to both IOM and the sponsor.

d) are either enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) or have graduated in the last 12 months.

e) are between 20 and 36 years of age.

Responsibilities

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Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and direct supervision of the National Supply Chain Officer and in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and the Administrative Centres, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supporting supply chain activities, guided by Supply Chain Management (SCM) objectives to deliver quality goods/services to the beneficiaries at optimal price and promptly

Learning Objectives

Develop a full understanding of supply chain methodologies and functions in IOM.
Develop technical skills on supply chain standards and tools used to support supply chain operations at global, regional, and country levels.
Gain practical experience in procurement and logistics operations, including asset management, vendor coordination, and documentation processes aligned with IOM standards.
Develop administrative and organizational skills by supporting day-to-day office management tasks such as filing, supply organization, record maintenance, basic asset administration, and assistance with internal events.
Enhance communication and reporting abilities through participation in internal meetings, collaboration with partners, and contribution to situational and statistical reporting.

Training Components and Learning Elements

Support the Supply Chain Officer in managing procurement, logistics, and asset tracking activities, including vendor coordination and documentation.
Assist with inventory management, including receiving, storing, and dispatching goods in line with IOM procedures.
Attend internal meetings related to supply chain operations, procurement planning, and office administration.
Collaborate with IOM partners and service providers on logistics and supply-related matters.
Contribute to the development of situational and statistical reports on procurement and logistics activities.
Assist in day-to-day office management tasks such as filing, organizing supplies, maintaining records, supporting administrative workflows, and assisting with internal events.
Assist with basic asset administration duties, including tagging, tracking, and updating asset records.
Undertake other office and administrative tasks as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

A university degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Logistics, supply chain management, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with one year of relevant professional experience; or

High school diploma with three years of relevant professional experience

Experience

Experience in procurement and logistics, and working with vendors and service providers;
Experience with the asset management process.
Experience working with the IOM/UN Procurement and Logistics Rules and Procedures is an advantage
Experience working in an international organization is an advantage

Skills

High level of computer literacy
Ability to work with national and international institutions;
Ability to prepare a clear and concise report;
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to establish realistic resource requirements to meet IOM needs

Languages

Fluency in English (oral and written).

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

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

Required Competencies

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

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.

Core Competencies—Behavioral Indicators

Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the organization’s responsibilities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, motivational way.

Notes

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, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
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 his/her 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 assignment. 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 accidents or illnesses and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
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 online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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