Intern (Refugee Care Unit)

International Organization for Migration

Location:
Medan, Indonesia
Grade:
UG
Category:
General Staff
Posted Oct 19, 2026Apply by Nov 1, 2026 (10d left)
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The intern will support the day-to-day implementation of Refugee Care activities in Medan under the supervision of the Senior Programme Associate. Responsibilities include organizing events, facilitating counselling sessions, maintaining documentation, and supporting protection-related activities.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the implementation of the Refugee Care unit programme, particularly in organizing events.
  • Provide support for the day-to-day implementation of programme activities in coordination with the Refugee Care Unit in Medan.
  • Co-facilitate general/non-clinical counselling sessions under the direction and supervision of the Refugee Care Unit.
  • Participate in the comprehensive case management process, guided and supervised by the Refugee Care Team.
  • Maintain documentation and record-keeping for training sessions, meetings, and other Refugee Care Unit initiatives.
  • Support the Refugee Care Unit in the collection and maintenance of data related to mental health and psychosocial support.
  • Provide assistance in protection-related activities, including awareness sessions and protection cadre meetings.
  • Provide assistance in the distribution and response management of Freshdesk tickets within the Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (CFM).
  • Provide support to the AVRR and the associated movement procedures.
  • Work closely with the education team to support school visits, coordinate with Principals, and participate in parent meetings aimed at enhancing student learning outcomes.
  • Undertake any other related duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

  • Enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum undergraduate school) in Psychology, Social Welfare, Social Work, Education, or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or Enrolled in a second university degree (graduate school/equivalent); or Have graduated with a university degree within one year of graduation.
  • Relevant professional or volunteer experience with civil society organizations, volunteer groups is an advantage.
  • Excellence computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, database, email exchange, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), SPSS).
  • Flexible and open to learning new experiences.
  • Good interpersonal, networking, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied culture and professional backgrounds.
  • Ability to write clear and concise report.
  • Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is required (oral and written).
  • Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Skills

  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Social Welfare
  • Education
  • Volunteer Coordination
  • MS Word
  • MS Excel
  • MS Access
  • SPSS
  • Report Writing
  • Event Organization
  • Counselling Facilitation
  • Documentation Management
  • Protection Activities
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Networking Skills
  • Communications Skills

Languages

English, Bahasa Indonesia