Internship on labour statistics and data processing with a focus on international labour migration

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Internship on labour statistics and data processing with a focus on international labour migration

Grade: Internship

Publication date: 02 October 2023
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 16 October 2023

Vacancy no.:

Job ID: 11280

Department: STATISTICS
Organization Unit: STU
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration of contract: 3 to 6 months (starting on the 1st or the 15th of a given month)

You are applying to the ILO generic internship roster, which is published several times per year. The roster will be made available to all departments and field offices, which will then select and directly contact suitable candidates. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, the ILO does not inform candidates about the status of their application.

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.

Please note that you can apply to a maximum of three internship profiles during the current application period. If you apply to more than three internship profiles, your application will not be considered for any profile. Note that you may withdraw your candidature at any time via the Jobs Applied section of your profile.

It is highly recommended that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid last minute technical issues or delays. Late applications will not be considered.

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 needed, reasonable accommodation will be provided to those with disabilities in the recruitment phase as well as during the internship to promote equality of opportunities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org

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).

Learning areas

As an intern in the Special Topics Unit (STU) within the Statistics Department (STATISTICS), you will be exposed to a whole range of areas such as international statistical standards, including standards on International Labour Migration Statistics, global data compilation and development and maintenance of an international statistical database, the main sources of labour migration statistics including household surveys, population censuses and administrative data sources, as well as general and specific national statistical practices, etc.

You would be gaining experience in working with specialists who are involved in the following tasks :

-Support the ILO’s annual data compilation cycle on International Labour Migration Statistics (ILMS) including through preparation of materials, processing and uploading of data submissions from countries into the ILOSTAT database, running manual and automated data consistency checks, supporting data quality assurance procedures.

-Review selected household survey questionnaires and edit STATA processing syntax to generate relevant variables on international migrant status for inclusion in survey datasets.

-Conduct desk reviews and support activities to fill in specific data gaps.

-Review selected literature and country practices on priority topics related to statistics on international labour migration, such as measurement of return international migrant workers, emigrant workers or use of work permit data for statistical purposes, etc.

-Prepare inputs including summaries of literature and country practices, summary tables and graphs, etc for reports, practical data collection materials, communication materials.

Interns should expect to devote 10% to 20% of their time to administrative tasks.

Required profile

The ILO Department of Statistics (STATISTICS) is responsible for compiling and making available, in a timely manner, statistics on a wide range of topics related to the world of work. It supports the development of international statistical standards in the field of labour through the International Conference of Labour Statisticians (ICLS) and promotes coordination in statistical activities at the global level through participation in expert groups, technical meetings and other international statistical fora. As a priority, it provides ILO constituents with technical assistance to improve their ability to produce official national statistics on labour related topics through censuses, surveys and administrative records, in accordance with agreed international statistical standards and classifications.

The Special Topics Unit (STU) within the Statistics Department (STATISTICS) conducts statistical work on priority topics highlighted by the Office as requiring special attention, with a particular focus in the area of international labour migration.

Education

Statistics, Demography, Economics, Sociology or related fields with applied statistics coursework.

The candidate should be enrolled in their final year of graduate degree programme or should have completed such a programme no longer than 1 years ago (mandatory).

Experience

e.g. any relevant work experience and knowledge of IT would be an advantage.

Languages

e.g. working (both oral and written) knowledge of at least one of the ILO’s official languages (English, French, Spanish).

Competencies

Adaptable to an international, multicultural and multilingual environment, good communication skills and be able to work in a team. Good organisational and time management skills.

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:

Following a first screening by the Human Resources Development Department (HRD), hiring departments will short-list applicants. You will be directly contacted should an internship opportunity match your profile. If you have not been contacted by any department within six months after your application, you can consider that you have not been selected by any department for this roster. If still eligible, you may apply to the next roster.

If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the hiring department 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 Geneva, you will receive a stipend of 2450 CHF per month from the ILO, 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 2450 CHF per month. Your travel to Geneva will be at your own expense. In addition to the amounts referred above, each intern shall receive the amount of CHF45 per month, or the equivalent amount in the currency in which the monthly stipend is paid, which is a contribution from the Office towards the cost of medical insurance to cover the period of the internship.

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.

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