Intern – Protection Data Analysis

Job Description

Responsibilities

Supervision

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Manager, and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Assistant in Bangkok, the Intern – Protection Data Analysis who will support the implementation of protection activities in Thailand

1. Support in maintaining beneficiary profiles and needs assessments, through collecting vulnerability data, document and filing case records in IOM internal database in accordance with IOM Data Protection Principles.
2. Develop dashboards and analytical briefs (e.g., trend analyses and disaggregation by vulnerability, location, and assistance type) to inform case management and protection decision‑making, ensuring anonymization and adherence to the IOM Data Protection Principles.
3. Assist with the administration of surveys to assess level and progress of in-kind assistance and referral services.
4. Assist in data clearing and preparing monthly data statistic on assistance to vulnerable migrants and voluntary return and reintegration.
5. Assist the project team to complete monthly monitoring tracking data.
6. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
    

• Build knowledge of protection data management by supporting needs assessments, data collection, and case record management in line with IOM Data Protection Principles. 
• Strengthen data analysis and visualization skills by developing dashboards and analytical briefs. 
• Enhance data collection, cleaning, and reporting skills. 
• Develop understanding of migration protection programming in an international environment and gain exposure to IOM’s work with migrants and partners

• The Intern will gain experience in working in an international multicultural environment, within the United Nations system.
• Gain experience in organization, management, and international cooperation activities.
• Gain a better understanding of IOM’s work, as an inter-governmental organization in the field of Migration, and work on formulating and editing institutional strategies, priorities and workplans.
• The Intern can also access online training courses at the disposal of all IOM personnel.
• The Intern will have the possibility to interact with IOM staff within Headquarters and IOM Missions.

Qualifications

Education

Applicants must satisfy one of the following educational criteria:

• Enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent) in social work, law, international relations, political science, social science or other relevant area from an accredited institution; OR
• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) or graduated within the last 12 months with a Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, law, international relations, political science, social science or other relevant area from an accredited institution.
   

Experience

• Data collection, analysis and reporting (collect, clean, organise and analyse datasets to produce clear insights for reporting and decision-making);
• Having working experience on Counter-trafficking interventions and/or data management will be considered an asset;
• Working and/or studying in a multi-cultural environment and demonstrated capacity to respect diversity.
   

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure responsible data handling is mandatory;
• Proven understanding of migration dynamics and of vulnerabilities experienced by migrant populations;
• Demonstrated knowledge of information technology and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Publisher, and SharePoint.
   

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.

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 five 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.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• 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 – behavioural 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 priorities 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 and motivational way.

Eligibility and Selection

This internship opportunity is part of IOM’s 2026 Global Access Internship Programme, which is a sub-set of IOM’s regular internship programme.  The main condition to be eligible for this opportunity is that applicants be citizens of Member States not represented or with lower representation in IOM, as of June 2026. Additionally, IOM strongly encourages applications from persons with disabilities from those nationalities as well as other minorities. If you would like to explore all vacancies that are part of the programme and more details, please go to: Internship programme | International Organization for Migration

In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who 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.  
• Depending on experience and location, IOM provides a small monthly stipend to help offset costs.
• Candidates are also encouraged to research and study the cost of living in the duty station prior to applying.  
• For this programme, IOM will also provide travel arrangements and will cover visa-related costs.   
• Selection will be based on demonstrated qualifications, relevant experience, technical skills, and alignment with core competencies. The evaluation process may include written assessment, and/or interview. 

Notes

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 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.

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 WAVE  system (for internalcandidateslink here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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