International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Background
IUCN is looking for a motivated and dedicated Practicum Trainee to join our team for practical on-the-job training. This opportunity is designed for recent graduates or early-stage professionals who have completed their academic degree within the last 2 years. The ideal candidate should be eager to gain valuable hands-on experience and contribute to environmental and sustainable development projects.
Job Description
The Practicum Trainee will support the Country Office Admin, Finance and Programme/Projects, among other tasks required by the Country Office.
The position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Specific Duties
- Administration and Logistics
- Assist with daily administrative and logistical tasks for the office and programs.
- Manage and organize document filing systems.
- Support the registration and tracking of office assets.
- Assist in procurement processes and related tasks.
- Handle incoming office phone calls.
- Deliver official documents as required.
- Finance and Accounting
- Organize and maintain finance-related filing systems.
- Programme/Project Support
- Assist in organizing and coordinating events, meetings, workshops, and training sessions for programs.
- Participate in field activities when required.
- Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the line manager.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Community Development, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field, or at least one year of relevant professional experience.
- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills in both English and Lao.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet applications.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment.
- Able to travel to project site if required by the project team (in Lao PDR).
Applications
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the “Apply” button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: https://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
To apply for this job please visit hrms.iucn.org.