Senior Project Associate

Job Description

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is the leading international organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM’s work consists of contributing to an orderly and humane management of migration; promoting international cooperation on migration issues; helping to find practical solutions to the challenges posed by migratory movements; and providing humanitarian assistance to migrants.

Under the general and direct supervision of the Chief of Mission, and in close coordination with the National Program Officer, the Resource Management Officer, and the Project Coordinations and Support Units of the mission, the Senior Project Associate will be responsible for carrying out the following tasks:

Responsibilities

1. Independently lead and coordinate the implementation of the project; monitor implementation of the activities to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans; analyse implementation difficulties and make recommendations for adjusting implementation modalities and work plans to best reflect changing environment on the field. 

2. Regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyse and present information/data on national, regional and international developments, reports, legislation and other relevant documentation, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.

3. Monitor budget expenditures; verify availability of funds and maintain a proper record of approved project budgets and their revisions.

4. Coordinate and monitor the financial, administrative and technical aspects of the project in line with IOM policies and donor requirements.

5. Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building workshops for relevant internal and external parties.  

6. Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project. 

7. Coordinate the preparation of correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial reports; ensure status reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner. 

8. Identify and document good practices and lessons learned; contribute to the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers and support the development of new projects.

9. Supervise and provide guidance and training to reporting staff. 

10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: 

• School diploma with seven 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 five years of relevant professional experience.

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 and other vulnerable groups; and,

• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills:

• Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Internet. 

• ​Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 

• ​General knowledge of basic administrative and logistical procedures in support of field activities. 

• ​Familiarity with information collection tools and with providing guidance to migrants, refugees, and host communities. 

• ​Basic understanding of the local context and of humanitarian assistance principles under the Organization’s mandate. ​​ 

Required Skills

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