Library Intern – Office of the Registrar at IRMCT, Arusha October 2026

About the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT)

The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) is a United Nations body established by the Security Council in 2010 to carry out essential functions of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) following the completion of their respective mandates.

The Mechanism’s Registry provides administrative, legal, policy and diplomatic support services. Its responsibilities include court support, supervision of sentence enforcement, monitoring cases referred to national courts, preservation and management of archives, protection of victims and witnesses, and assistance to national jurisdictions.

Job Overview

Job Title: Library Intern – Office of the Registrar
Organisation: International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT)
Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania
Internship Period: 1 November 2026 – 31 December 2026
Expected Duration: 2 months, as stated in the vacancy announcement
Job Reference: 286677
Job Category: Internship

Organisational Setting and Reporting

The Registry of the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals invites applications for an internship in its Library in Arusha, Tanzania.

The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Library Assistant. The Mechanism’s Library provides a wide selection of books and resources covering international law, international criminal law, genocide, human rights and other related subjects.

The Library also offers Online Public Access Catalogues, document delivery services by email for internal and external users, in-person reference services and research assistance tailored to individual users’ needs.

For further information about the internship programme, guidelines and terms and conditions, applicants can visit the IRMCT Internship Programme webpage.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Library Assistant, the intern will perform the following duties:

1. Library Operations and Administration

• Assist with basic library circulation functions, including retrieving, checking out, discharging and recalling library materials.
• Support the registration of new materials in the library management system and perform cataloguing operations.
• Assist in assigning classification codes and call numbers, printing labels and affixing them to library materials.
• Process information by cataloguing and indexing library materials and maintaining the library management system.
• Support the daily administration of the Library.

2. Reference and Research Services

• Provide visitors with information available in the Library and through partner libraries.
• Assist with locating online journal articles and responding to reference queries.
• Guide library users, conduct tours for visitors and clients, and respond to information requests and enquiries.
• Provide research assistance tailored to users’ information needs.

3. Media Monitoring and Communications

• Assist in compiling daily news summaries from local, regional and international media sources, including radio, television, newspapers, press conferences and interviews.
• Research, compile and present basic information for preparing and producing communications products and services.
• Assist with public relations and protocol services, including preparations for official visits.
• Support the planning and implementation of the Mechanism’s public relations activities.
• Assist in drafting social media messages and researching archival materials for supporting visuals and outreach activities related to court proceedings.

Qualifications and Special Skills

At the time of application, candidates must meet at least one of the following requirements:

1. Be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme, at a minimum bachelor’s degree level or equivalent.
2. Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme leading to a second university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) or higher.

Preferred Fields of Study

Applicants studying or holding qualifications in the following areas are preferred:

• Library and Information Science.
• Information Management.
• Communication.
• Journalism.
• Multimedia Studies.
• Other related fields.

Language Requirements

English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism.

• English: Fluency is required.
• French: Working knowledge is desirable.
• Kinyarwanda: Working knowledge is desirable.
• Kiswahili: Working knowledge is desirable.

Application Requirements and Important Information

Interested applicants must submit their applications through the United Nations Inspira recruitment portal.

Required application documents:

• A completed application submitted through the official recruitment portal.
• Copies of university academic transcripts.
• Proof of university enrolment, where applicable, including courses taken and grades received.
• A motivation statement indicating the applicant’s available internship start and end dates.

All required documents must be submitted. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Although this specific vacancy states an internship period of two months, the general internship programme information indicates that internships generally range from three to six months. Applicants should verify the applicable duration and requirements with the recruiting office.

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Confidentiality Requirements

Interns must maintain the confidentiality of all unpublished information obtained during the internship. They may not publish reports or papers based on such information without explicit written authorisation from the Chief of Human Resources of the Mechanism.

Interns are bound by the same duties and obligations as staff members regarding the protection of information. Each successful candidate must sign an Acceptance and Undertaking Form confirming their understanding and acceptance of these requirements.

Remuneration and Expenses

This is an unpaid internship.

The United Nations does not provide financial remuneration to interns. The following costs and arrangements are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution:

• Travel expenses.
• Visa arrangements and costs.
• Accommodation.
• Living expenses.

Applicants who are not citizens or permanent residents of Tanzania may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work or employment authorisation. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting an internship offer.

There should be no expectation of employment with the United Nations or the Mechanism after completion of the internship.

Diversity and Inclusion

The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment based on mutual respect. Recruitment is conducted without discrimination based on gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, cultural background, ethnicity or disability.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities to support their participation in the recruitment process, where requested and indicated in the application.

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official United Nations Careers portal.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Applicants should review the vacancy details carefully and ensure that all required documents, including university transcripts and the motivation statement, are submitted.

Important Notice: No Recruitment Fees

The United Nations does not charge any fee at any stage of its recruitment process, including application, interview, processing or training. It also does not request or concern itself with applicants’ bank account information.

Applicants should disregard any request for payment purportedly connected to this recruitment process.