Internship – Disability Inclusion
JOB DETAIL
Grade: Internship
Publication date: 28 April 2023
Application deadline (midnight Bangkok time): 12 May 2023
Vacancy no.:INTERN/BANGKOK/2023/01
Job ID:10656
Department: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Organization Unit: DWT-Bangkok
Location: Bangkok
Duration of contract: 6 months
ILO Internship Programme provides an opportunity for talented individuals to:
(a) increase understanding of relevant issues at the international level by involving them directly in the work of the Office and the application of ILO principles, programmes and strategies;
(b) gain practical experience with the ILO directly related to their field of study.
The internship programme is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO. There should be no expectation of further employment at the end of the internship.
The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, particularly those with disabilities and from non- or under- represented member States. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to [email protected]
IMPORTANT:
Please only apply for an internship if you fulfil the following two criteria:
(1) You have no close relative serving in the ILO.
(2) This is your first internship with the ILO (only one internship is permitted).
Introduction
The Intern will work within the Decent Work Technical Team for East Asia, South-East Asia and the Pacific (DWT-Bangkok). Under this, its work regarding the elimination of discrimination, including based on gender, race, ethnicity, indigenous status, disability and HIV status. In this area, the ILO provides tools guidance and technical assistance to constituents with respect to promoting more inclusive workplaces and addressing multiple grounds of discrimination.
Under the Decent Work Technical Team based in Bangkok, the Senior Specialist on Gender, Equality and Non-discrimination provides supports to Constituents through Country Offices and partners, including on the Global Business and Disability Network. At country-level, there are eight national business and disability networks in Asia and the Pacific). The Intern will assist in the overall activities on gender, equality and diversity, with a particular focus on the inclusion of persons with disabilities. S/he will also support the enhancement of the office’s implementation of the ILO Disability inclusion policy and strategy and assist in promoting ILO policies in the project-related technical areas and other components of the ILO Decent Work Agenda.
Description of Duties
Under the supervision of the Senior Specialist on Gender, Equality and Non-discrimination, the Intern will:
1. Undertake a range of activities to support work at the office, national and regional levels, specifically on the promotion of the inclusion of persons with disabilities, including gendered analysis systematically, in development cooperation projects and inputs into Decent Work Country Programmes (as relevant) with a view to achieve results that align with ILO technical notes.
2. Contribute to research and prepare technical inputs for analyses, in new development cooperation projects (components), panel participation, reports and publications related to the inclusion of persons with disabilities, including intersecting characteristics such as gender, gender identity, indigenous status, etc.
3. Assist in the organisation and preparation of conferences and seminars, particularly related to the promotion of employment of persons with disabilities, including through National Business and Disability Network.
4. Assist with the coordination of activities towards the promotion of ILO Disability Policy and Strategy, and UNDIS, within the region.
5. Support the gathering of good practices and human stories involving the inclusion of persons with disabilities through ILO work in the region.
6. Undertake other duties as required.
Education
Applicants should currently be enrolled in the final year of a postgraduate programme (such as a master’s programme or equivalent), or in a higher degree programme, in a recognized university, school, similar institution or related vocational programme, in social or political sciences, corporate social responsibility, international development or any other relevant field, or have completed such programme in the year preceding the application.
Duration
Preferably from 26 June 2023 to 25 December 2023.
Competencies
Applicants will need to be adaptable to an international, multicultural, multilingual environment; have good communication skills; and be able to work in a team.
Additional Information
The candidates are required to submit a writing sample in addition to a cover letter and CV.
How to apply:
1. Search for an internship profile via the page on ILO Jobs
2. Select the internship profile you would like to apply for, and create a profile on ILO Jobs
3. Complete your candidate profile and apply to the internship profile
4. Be sure to attach a cover letter in the last section of the application, as applications without a cover letter will not be considered and you cannot attach a cover letter after the deadline.
Selection process:
If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the field office for a written test and/or interview. The ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Stipend:
As an intern in the field, you will receive a monthly stipend from the ILO based on the cost of living in the area of the duty station, unless you receive funding through another institution (for example your university or a foundation). If you receive partial funding, ILO will cover the difference to ensure you receive the appropriate stipend per month. Your travel to the duty station will be at your own expense.
Insurance:
Please note that the ILO does not take responsibility for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship. You will be responsible for your own insurance coverage for illness and accidents for the duration of the internship at the duty station (whether Geneva or the field).
Fraud warning:
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account – @ilo.org – should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.
