Resources Management Intern

International Organization for Migration · Gaborone

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience.

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 between 20 and 36 years of age.

Background Information

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Botswana is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Resources Management Intern to support the Resources Management Unit (RMU). IOM Botswana works with the Government of Botswana and other stakeholders to promote safe, orderly, and regular migration through programmes focused on migration management, border governance, migrant protection, labour migration, climate change and human mobility, humanitarian assistance, and Migration Health.

The internship offers an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or final-year student to gain practical experience in finance, procurement, human resources, logistics, and administration while supporting the effective implementation of IOM Botswana's programmes and operations. The successful candidate will develop professional skills in a dynamic international environment and contribute to the efficient management of organizational resources.

Apply by: 27/10/2026 The Resources Management Intern will support the Resources Management Unit (RMU) in the delivery of finance, procurement, human resources, logistics, and administrative functions. The internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience within IOM Botswana, which works to promote safe, orderly, and regular migration through programmes focusing on migration management, border governance, migrant protection, labour migration, climate change and human mobility, and Migration Health. The successful candidate will contribute to the efficient implementation of IOM operations while developing professional skills in a dynamic international environment.

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