​Project Assistant Junior – Social Integration

Job Description

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, inter-governmental, and non-governmental partners. With 175 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM, the UN Migration Agency, 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. Brazil is a Member State of IOM since 2004. 

Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Senior Emergency Coordinator and the Internalization and Integration Coordinator, the incumbent will support community communication, community strengthening and direct assistance activities, as well as data collection, analysis, and systematization. The position will also contribute to the implementation of strategies in support of communities assisted by IOM in Northern Brazil. In particular, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

• Support, in close coordination with relevant IOM units and partners, the implementation of community communication and awareness-raising campaigns related to community strengthening, access to public services and policies, and the promotion of rights.
• Participate in needs assessments, focus group discussions and community engagement processes with refugees and migrants, host communities — including Indigenous communities — municipalities, community representatives, and beneficiaries, in coordination with the Internalization and Integration Coordinator.
• Provide basic technical inputs to support IOM’s regional strategy for direct assistance to migrant and refugee populations and host communities, including Indigenous communities.
• Support WASH-related activities, including monitoring of water points, sanitation conditions, and hygiene practices, as well as identification of needs and reporting of irregularities to supervision.
• Contribute to food security and humanitarian assistance activities, including the organization of beneficiary lists, logistical support to food and NFI distributions, post-distribution follow-up, and monitoring of beneficiary satisfaction.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders — including local government authorities, United Nations agencies, NGOs, and civil society organizations — regarding project activities, representing IOM in meetings, forums and working groups, when delegated.
• Support regular field data collection, including interviews, form administration, and direct observation, and contribute to data analysis, consolidation, and systematization; ensure that beneficiary records and project databases are kept up to date.
• Support the continuous monitoring of community-based activities and services, identifying challenges, good practices, and recommendations for the improvement of interventions.
• Support the organization and logistics of meetings, capacity-building activities, and field actions, including preparation of materials, attendance tracking, photo documentation, and follow-up inputs, as required.
• Maintain regular contact with community leaders and local focal points; channel community feedback and demands to the Direct Assistance Coordinator; identify and report situations of vulnerability, protection risks, and other critical needs in line with internal referral pathways; conduct monitoring visits.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned. 

Qualifications

Education
​Bachelor's degree in international relations, social sciences, political science, data management, business administration, law, or related fields, with a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience
​​Experience in liaising with Brazilian Government agencies, national/international institutions, United Nations Agencies, and non-governmental organizations.

• ​Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced people, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups.  
• ​Knowledge of project monitoring and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) methodologies.
• ​Previous experience with non-governmental and/or international organizations is considered an asset.

• ​Ability to work independently, following established structures, guidelines, and administrative requirements.​ 

  Skills

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and creative thinking abilities.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to produce clear and concise written outputs.
• Proficient in computer use and software applications. 
  
  Languages
  REQUIRED

• Fluency in Portuguese and Spanish (both oral and written) is required for this position. 
   

  DESIRABLE

• Working knowledge of English is considered an advantage. 
  
  Competencies

  The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

  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. Encourage 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 – Behavioral indicators (level 2)

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration between 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

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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. 
    

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