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international fund for agricultural development ifad Job Role The People and Culture Division (PCD) is dedicated to serving colleagues both at Headquarters and in the field. Our goal is to become a trusted strategic partner, offering people-centered professional support to staff and managers alike. We focus on implementing best practice HR policies, providing expert advice, and delivering tailored solutions to recruit and develop the most suitable talent for IFADs mission. Comprising three specialized units in addition to the Front Office, PCD is committed to delivering integrated and effective solutions that meet the needs of our organization. This internship is intended for candidates who have developed a strong interest in the field of Human Resources through their academic and professional experience. For an initial six-month period, the intern will be assigned to one of the Units listed below, while also having the opportunity to contribute to projects across other Units within PCD. Throughout the internship, the intern will support both the assigned Units objectives and broader cross-functional initiatives based on the Divisions needs. Upon successful completion of the first six months, having met or exceeding performance expectations, the internship may be extended for an additional six months in a different PCD Unit. Key Functions and Results The internship assignment will vary depending on the Unit. - Business Partner Unit: Modernize recruitment outreaching activities; Provide solutions and opportunities for improvement to a wide spectrum of recruitment and talent outreach in IFAD; Assist in the selection of candidates, including evaluating and screening candidate applications, preparing candidate profiles and conducting roster searches for vacancies, and contribute to the identification of candidate shortlists; Lliaise with donor institutions for sponsored internships. - Front Office: Coordinate the organization, logistics & implementation of any PCD-hosted/-organised events/fora/meetings; Coordinate Front Office communications, support culture transformation activities (e.g. GSS follow up), digitalization of documents, and records management; Coordinate PCD FootPrints ticketing system (HRsupport). - Policy & Strategic Support Unit: Conduct background research, including benchmarking with other UN Organizations and IFIs on specific policy subjects, in support of the development of HR Policies and Procedures; Contribute to various communication activities relating to HR policy changes and other policy-related activities; Review and draft policy material. - Talent Management Unit: Assist in Corporate Learning and Development activities, HQ training sessions, induction workshops and operational trainings; Provide user support for the Learning Management System (LMS) and LinkedIn Learning; Contribute to preparing background documents for corporate meetings, uploading any relevant files in SharePoint; Contribute to upskilling workshops such as tracking staff participation, making logistics arrangements, and collecting feedback. Job Profile Requirements The successful candidate shall meet the following minimum criteria: EDUCATION - Be enrolled in an accredited university or graduate school, have attended courses in the last 24 months, and have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies upon joining IFAD on the Internship Programme; or - Have completed university studies at an accredited university at undergraduate or postgraduate level within the last 24 months. - Be fluent in English. Fluency in other IFAD official languages is an asset and may be an additional requirement for some assignments. - Studies relevant to Human Resources are highly desirable such as Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, Change management, Coaching, Education and training, or a related field. EXPERIENCE - Experience in an international, multicultural environment is an advantage. - Prior experience in Human Resources (through coursework, academic projects, volunteer work, part-time jobs, or extracurricular activities) is considered a strong asset. LANGUAGE - Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required. - Proficiency in other IFAD official languages (Spanish, French, or Arabic) is an asset. FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES - Working knowledge of Microsoft Word. - Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (data entry, basic formulas, pivot tables, charts). - Working knowledge of PowerPoint and Canva (creating visually engaging presentations). - Proficiency in online collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom). - Familiarity with HR software is an advantage. CORE COMPETENCIES - Strong ability to develop innovative solutions and drive continuous improvement. - Effective teamwork and collaboration skills. - Client orientation, excellent interpersonal and communication skills useful for engaging with colleagues, vendors, and stakeholders. - Strong multitasking skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. - Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. - Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with attention to detail. - Analytical mindset. - Excellent written skills. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether youre preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. "Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organizations application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. 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