Position Title

Intern - Project Development and Knowledge Management

Duty Station

Harare, Zimbabwe

Job Family

Programme Support

Organizational Unit

Programme Support Unit

Is this a Regional, HQ, MAC, PAC, Liaison Office, or a Country Office based position?

Country Office

Reports directly to

Chief of Mission
The intern will support project development, knowledge management, and communication activities for the Country Office. Key tasks include helping streamline project processes, developing digital tools for information sharing, and strengthening knowledge‑repository systems. The role also involves contributing to communication materials, ensuring quality and compliance of project documents, coordinating with donors and partners, and assisting with situation reports and fundraising content. Additionally, the intern will support staff in using PRIMA and perform other related duties as needed.

Eligibility and Selection:

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

a) have an interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities; 

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

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and additional enquiries will only be addressed if the candidate is shortlisted. 

  • Please consider the cost of living in the duty station prior to applying. 

Please refer to the job description and person specification for more information. 

Full Job Description (pdf) 

Application Process:

1) To apply for internships, submit your CV and cover letter via the Impactpool platform for the internship positions advertised (students can apply for multiple positions). 

2) Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the relevant IOM office for an interview. 

3) Successful candidates will be informed by IOM.

4) Closing date: Monday 30th March 2026, 23:55 (GMT+0).​

5) Start date: September 2026 – the exact date will be agreed upon by the relevant IOM country office and the successful candidate.
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CV Template for students (Word)

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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.