Programme Associate (Livelihoods)

Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

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Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), UN Volunteers with at least twelve (12) months of continuous service in IOM, and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Livelihoods Officer and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Associate (Livelihoods), the Programme Associate (Livelihoods) will support the implementation of livelihoods activities in the provinces, ensuring effective coordination with local communities, authorities, and partners within their scope of responsibility.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of livelihoods activities in the field, including Cash-for-Work (CfW), skills development (vocational training, apprenticeship), employment forums, SME and microenterprise support, agricultural input assistance, market linkage initiatives, financial literacy training, and other related activities as required, in line with IOM and donor requirements. 

2. Conduct field data collection for livelihoods assessments, including Labor Market Assessments (LMA), Multi-Sector Needs Assessments (MSNA), and beneficiary profiling, ensuring data quality and accuracy.

3. Retrieve, compile, and maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including activity reports, budgets, and beneficiary records related to livelihoods interventions implemented in the field.

4. Monitor activity budgets, verify the availability of funds, obtain necessary approvals, and regularly update project and budget-related information for activities under the area of responsibility.

5. Support coordination and implementation of livelihoods project activities by liaising with local communities, beneficiaries, local authorities, relevant government institutions, UN agencies, and I/NGOs to ensure effective community engagement and smooth delivery of project interventions.

6. Draft field activity reports, monitor project progress, and identify implementation challenges or gaps in service delivery, bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.

7. Ensure the effective integration of cross-cutting issues, including protection, labour rights, gender equality, and decent work, into livelihoods assessments and programme implementation in close coordination with relevant IOM units.

8. Draft correspondence, field reports, briefing notes, statistical tables, presentations, and other documentation related to livelihoods project activities.

9. Participate in meetings, workshops, and coordination platforms related to livelihoods; support the organization of training sessions, employment forums, and community outreach activities.

10. Respond to information requests related to project activities and maintain organized project files and records.

11. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Agriculture, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• High school diploma with four years of relevant professional experience.

• Relevant professional training or certifications in livelihoods, community development, or project management will be an advantage.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in livelihoods development, income-generating activities, and economic resilience strategies, including project management of livelihood and economic empowerment activities;

• 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-governmental, or government institutions in a multi-cultural setting will be an advantage.

Skills

• Knowledge of livelihoods development, income-generating activities, and economic resilience strategies;

• Project management skills, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of livelihood activities;

• Experience in community engagement and working with vulnerable groups; and

• Proficiency in office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data management for reporting.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English and Khmer is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• 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.

Notes

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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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