Join the Treasury Internship at IOM UN Migration. The Treasury Division forms part of the Department of Resource Management and is responsible for the custody and investment of IOM’s cash resources and all banking relationships and services. Treasury is responsible for all liquidity, cash management and investment management in IOM. Treasury is increasingly tasked to provide practical support and lead strategical development for banking solutions across IOM. Supervision Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Treasury, direct supervision of the Treasury Project Officer, and in cooperation with other colleagues of the Treasury division, relevant Field Offices and IOM Headquarters.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Assist Treasury to gather and analyze information from all missions related to their payment
processing cycle, vendor management and the integration between Enterprise Resource
Planning (ERP) and various banking platforms.
2. Assist Treasury specific activities related to IOM Payment Hub project.
3. Assist Treasury with projects related to automating Treasury system functionalities.
4. Assist Treasury with system testing for new functionalities within relevant banking platforms and Treasury system.
5. Assist Treasury with providing technical and end user assistance to missions using Treasury
systems and or Treasury administrated banking platforms.
6. Assist in documentation on Treasury system and Treasury processes for end users.
7. Assist Treasury with daily operations such as Audit requests and back-up back office/
administrative activities.
8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Treasury Project Officer and Chief of Treasury.
Training Components and Learning Elements
• The Intern will gain experience in working in an international multicultural environment, within the United Nations system.
• Collaborate and gain exposure to other HQ financial functions which are interlinked with Treasury.
• Gain experience in HQ treasury and banking activities related to an International Organization, including cash/liquidity management and Foreign Exposure (FX) exposur management.
• The Intern will acquire technical knowledge of corporate banking platform administration and end user support.
• The Intern can also access online training courses at the disposal of all IOM staff.
• The Intern will engage with international offices around the world and gain country experience
related to treasury funding and activities.
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Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• University degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Engineering, Treasury or any related
Finance/Information Technology (IT) discipline.
Experience
• Practical experience of how-to multi-task, prioritize and work independently;
• Practical experience with data management, data entry and maintaining data accuracy;
• Practical experience in problem-solving skills.
Skills
• Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and practices;
• Have a basic understanding of financial concepts, treasury operations, payment processing to
assist with system and process navigation;
• Sound knowledge of the usage of a Treasury management system and Treasury functions;
• Sound knowledge of payment types within a country;
• Proactive problem solver to deal with technical challenges and resolving issues;
• High level of computer literacy, excellent knowledge in Microsoft applications, banking
platforms and notepad ++ an advantage;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and
professional backgrounds;
• Proven ability to produce quality work accurately and concisely according to set deadlines;
• Good analytical, proactiveness and problem-solving skills.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French,
Spanish or Arabic is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Eligibility and Selection
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;
b) are holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for
whom internship is required to complete their studies; or
c) are sponsored by governmental/non governmental 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 programme
(minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) or have graduated in the last 12 months.
e) are at least 20 years old.
• 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.
• Please consider the cost of living in Geneva prior to applying.
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
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.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
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Other:
The appointment 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, and security clearances. Subject to certain
exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on orafter 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
No late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 19 November 2023 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
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