Project Associate
Ankara
- Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
- Location: Ankara
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Project and Programme Management
- Closing Date: Closed
Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting and coordinating the achievement of the objectives and results of the projects as well as successful day to day implementation of the activities under British Embassy funded project “Supporting Turkish Government’s Capacity for Establishment of specialized Migration Courts in Türkiye”.
Türkiye plays a crucial role as both a transit and destination country for migration, facing challenges related to large-scale movements, irregular migration, and displacement. The increasing number of migration-related court cases has placed a significant burden on Türkiye’s judicial and administrative systems, highlighting the need for specialized migration courts to ensure timely and consistent adjudication. The project, implemented in close coordination with the Presidency of Migration Management (PMM) under the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), the Council of Judges and Prosecutors (CJP), and other relevant institutions, aims to strengthen Türkiye’s capacity to manage migration cases effectively.
Within this framework, the staff recruited under the project will play a key role in supporting activities related to legal and institutional framework development, capacity building, and inter-agency coordination. The recruited personnel will work under the Policy and Liaison Unit, ensuring alignment with project objectives and effective implementation of activities in collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
The responsibilities of the recruited personnel will include coordinating stakeholder engagements, supporting project activities, and assisting in the organization of training sessions and study visits. The staff will also contribute to reporting on project progress, ensuring that implementation aligns with international standards and Türkiye’s national migration governance priorities.
By enhancing technical and human capacity within the relevant institutions, the project will contribute to reducing case backlogs, improving access to justice for migrants, and ensuring effective migration case management in line with Türkiye’s strategic legal and policy commitments.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
- Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
- Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
- Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
- Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
- Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
- Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions;
- Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
- Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
- Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
- Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, other vulnerable groups, judicial procedures, administrative law and legal research; and,
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
- Experience in capacity-building initiatives, including organizing and delivering training programs, workshops, or study visits
- Familiarity with international migration frameworks and best practices in migration case management
- Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
- Fluency in English and Turkish (oral and written).
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
- Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
- This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
- IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
- IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Required Skills
Job info
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-5