Library Intern – Office of the Registrar at IRMCT

Library Intern – Office of the Registrar at IRMCT

Job Vacancy: Library Intern – Office of the Registrar

Posted Date: 19th October 2026

Closing Date: Immediate Consideration (Internship runs from 1st November 2026 to 31st December 2026)

Location: Arusha, Tanzania | Employment Type: Internship (Full Time, 2 Months)

Reporting To: Library Assistant

Job Role Insights

• Duration: 2 Months (1st November 2026 – 31st December 2026)

• Remuneration: Unpaid (UN Internships are unremunerated; expenses are candidate’s responsibility)

• Qualification: Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree (Enrolled or Recently Graduated)

• Languages: English required; French, Kiswahili, or Kinyarwanda desirable

About the Institution

The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) was established by the UN Security Council to carry out essential functions of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). The Registry in Arusha provides legal, administrative, policy, archive management, and information support services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Library Operations & Cataloguing

• Circulation & Systems: Support basic circulation services, including borrowing, discharging, retrieving, and processing recalls of library materials.

• Cataloguing & Indexing: Register new acquisition materials, assign classification codes/call numbers, print and affix labels, and index resources in the library management system.

• User Support & Reference: Assist library users, respond to reference inquiries, locate digital/journal articles, and conduct library orientation tours.

2. Public Relations, Media & Archival Research

• Media Monitoring: Compile daily news summaries from local, regional, and international print, broadcast, and digital media sources.

• Communications Support: Research archival material to draft social media content, assist in preparing communication products, and support public relations activities for official visits.

Qualifications & Requirements

Educational Background

At the time of application, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

• Enrolled in, or completed, the final academic year of a First University Degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level).

• Enrolled in, or completed, a Master’s Degree or higher graduate program.

• Preferred Fields of Study: Library & Information Science, Information Management, Communications, Journalism, Multimedia Studies, or related fields.

Key Competencies

• Basic understanding of library circulation systems, Online Public Access Catalogues (OPAC), and reference research.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• High degree of confidentiality, professional integrity, and adaptability in a multicultural UN environment.

Important Internship Terms

• Remuneration: Unpaid. All costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by the intern or sponsoring institution.

• Employment Status: Internship completion carries no expectation of subsequent employment by the United Nations or IRMCT.

How to Appl

Interested applicants must apply online through the official UN recruitment platforms:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Required Documents:

• • Completed UN online profile/application.

  • Official university transcripts or proof of enrollment (showing courses and grades).

  • Motivation statement specifying availability dates.

Note: The United Nations does not charge any application or recruitment fees.