United Nations Volunteering Opportunity in Türkiye in Human Resources

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations agency, has opened applications for a three-month volunteering opportunity in Ankara, Türkiye, for the position of Human Resources Assistant under the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program.

This opportunity allows volunteers to gain practical experience in human resources management within an international organization by supporting recruitment processes, managing administrative records, coordinating activities and meetings, preparing correspondence and reports, and contributing to the organization of training programs and human resources events.

The opportunity is suitable for individuals seeking to develop their professional skills in human resources and international work while contributing within a multicultural environment at one of the world’s leading organizations specializing in migration and development.

Benefits

• The opportunity to work with the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
• Practical human resources experience within a United Nations agency.
• Development of administrative and organizational skills.
• Experience working within an international and multicultural team.
• Access to United Nations Volunteer benefits for short-term assignments.
• The opportunity to build a professional network in the international and humanitarian sectors.

The volunteer will contribute to:

• Supporting the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department.
• Assisting with recruitment procedures and coordinating interviews and assessments.
• Preparing and publishing vacancy announcements and communicating with candidates.
• Organizing and maintaining employee files and administrative records.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, and documents related to human resources.
• Assisting with the organization of meetings, workshops, and training activities.
• Carrying out other administrative tasks assigned by the Human Resources team.

Applicants must:

• Be Turkish citizens, legal residents, or individuals with recognized refugee status in Türkiye.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in human resources, social sciences, or a related field.
• Be fluent in both Turkish and English.
• Have good Microsoft Office skills.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to organize documents effectively.
• Be able to work within a multicultural team.
• No previous professional experience is required.
• Previous experience with international, governmental, or humanitarian organizations is preferred but not mandatory.

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