Internship - Human Resources - Performance Management and Staff Engagement

Internship - Human Resources - Performance Management and Staff Engagement ICC - International Criminal Court The Hague Both national and international Internship level Speaks English, French Application deadline: December 31, 2026 (9 months) Apply Summary by Impactpool The International Criminal Court (ICC) is offering a 6-month internship in the Human Resources Section, focusing on Performance Management and Staff Engagement. Interns will support the implementation of performance management processes, monitor compliance rates, and assist with staff engagement initiatives. This role is ideal for candidates interested in talent management and human resources practices. The internship provides an opportunity to contribute to the ICC's mission of promoting international justice. Candidate Requirements: Degree or in final stages of relevant study Strong interest in talent management Adaptability to multicultural environments Strong teamwork and communication skills Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Interest in project management and data reporting Proficiency in English or French Requisition ID 24267 - Posted - Internship - Human Resources / Training and Development - The Hague - NL 24267 | Registry Organisational Unit: Human Resources Section, Registry Duty Station: The Hague - NL Contract Duration: 6 months Deadline for Applications: 31 December 2026 (midnight The Hague time) Due to the volume of applications received, only successful applicants will be contacted by the Court. Please note that the purpose of this vacancy announcement is to provide hiring managers with a list of suitable candidates from which they may make a selection throughout the year. To this end, candidates are required to specify their availability in the relevant field when applying. Required Documents for This Application Please note that you will need to have the following information ready in order to complete your application: A completed “Duties and Responsibilities Form” (refer to step 1 on your eRecruitment Profile page). Motivation letter (maximum of 400 words). Two reference letters (one academic). Scanned copies of university degrees and/or diplomas. Scanned copies of official academic transcripts that state your courses, results and completion date. One short essay on a subject relevant to the work of the Court (maximum of 750 words, single spaced, type written). Contract Duration Interns are required to work full time for a period between three and six months (to be agreed to prior to commencement). The Opportunity The International Criminal Court (ICC) investigates and, where warranted, tries individuals charged with the gravest crimes of concerns to the international community: genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and crime of aggression. The Court is participating in the global fight to end impunity, and through the international criminal justice, the Court aims to hold those responsible accountable for their crimes and to help prevent the crimes from happening again. You can contribute to this cause by joining the ICC. Organisational Context The Human Resources Section (HRS) provides a unified and coordinated approach to HR matters across the Court and carries out all human resources activities in an efficient and timely manner whilst serving as HR advisor to management within the Court. The Section consists of two units: the HR Operations Unit and the HR Organisational Development Unit. The HR Operations Unit’s programme of work is all operational aspects of the Section, from recruitment and on boarding to the administration of salaries, benefits and entitlements for staff members and non-staff (including judges, interns and SSA consultants and contractors). The HR Organisational Development Unit is in charge of devising strategies, programmes and policies to ensure that the Court hires and develops the right staff and thus maximizes the return on investment in human resources. Particularly, this includes an organization wide role in relation to strategic workforce planning, talent management, organizational design, leadership development, staff training and learning and development programmes and activities and performance management. The HR Organizational Development Unit consists of three teams: Strategic Workforce Planning, Performance Management & Staff Engagement and Learning & Development. Duties and Responsibilities Performance Management & Staff Engagement We are looking for candidates who have a strong interest in talent management processes and willingness to learn about the current practices at the Court.  Tasks include: Support the implementation of the performance management process through managing the performance management inbox and providing technical support to supervisors and staff members. Support the monitoring of compliance rate across the Court to ensure 100% compliance for the Performance Management Process. Support the Developmental 360 Program by managing the process tool, follow up and responding queries from participants. Support the preparations for the annual Staff Engagement Survey and support the communication of the results (once ready) to the whole Court. Help the implementation and monitoring of staff engagement action plans. Essential Qualifications Education: All Candidates must have a degree or be in the final stages of a relevant study at a recognised university. Candidates are expected to have a very good record of academic performance. Candidates with Law, Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Technology, Communications, Marketing, etc. degrees are strongly encouraged to apply. Other academic qualifications are welcome. Experience: Internship placements focus on candidates in the early stages of their professional careers therefore; practical experience is not an essential prerequisite for selection. However, practical experience that is relevant to the work of the Court may be considered an asset. Applicants must have