Senior Project Associate – (Health) (G7)

Job Description

Position Title: ​​Senior Project Associate – (Health)

Duty Station City: Caracas
Duty Station Country: Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Grade: G-7
Contract Type: Special Short-Term
Recruiting Type: General Service
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice 
Initial duration: until 31 december 2026

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered 

• First-tier candidates: Internal candidates.

• Second tier candidates include: All external candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the United Nations Migration Agency, is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non‑governmental partners. IOM promotes the orderly and humane management of migration, advances international cooperation on migration issues, supports practical solutions to emerging challenges, and provides humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including internally displaced persons.

Responsibilities

1. Independently lead and coordinate the implementation of the project and related health interventions and activities. 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 health developments, reports, legislation and other relevant documentation, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
3. Monitor budget expenditures by verifying availability of funds and maintaining a proper record of approved project budgets and their revisions, including those related to health activities and interventions.
4. Coordinate and monitor the financial, administrative and technical aspects of the project, including health-related components, in line with IOM policies and donor requirements.
5. Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building workshops for relevant internal and external parties, including trainings on health-related topics and interventions.
6. Participate in meetings and conferences. Maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, health authorities, partners, United Nation (UN) agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
7. Coordinate the preparation of correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial reports, including health-related project updates and results. Ensure status reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
8. Identify and document good practices and lessons learned from project implementation, including health programming, and contribute to the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers to support the development of new projects.
9. Supervise and provide guidance and training to reporting staff, including on health-related project activities as required.
10. Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned, including support to health-related initiatives and project activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school diploma with seven years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.
   

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

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.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
• Experience applying established public health procedures in programme implementation.
• Experience supporting public health research through data collection, basic data compilation, and literature review, while also assisting with field assessments and surveys in the areas of health and migration.
   

Skills

• Basic knowledge of the project cycle within humanitarian or development programs.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong work ethics.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
• Coordination skills for working with and supporting local health authorities, health professionals, community health workers, and implementing partners.
• Familiarity with reviewing academic literature and synthesizing findings to support public health programming.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, for data management and 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 Spanish is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE
Working knowledge of English 
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 Level 1

• 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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• 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. 

Notes

• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

•  IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.

•  This vacancy is only available for local citizens or foreigners with right of residence and right to work in the country.

• For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:  IOM Careers and Job Vacanciesn and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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