VN-US10-2026-082 Senior Programme Associate (Donor Liaison)

Job Description

"This Vacancy is open to All Applicants"

Job Identification (Reference Number): VN-US10-2026-082
Position Title: Senior Programme Associate (Donor Liaison)
Duty Station City: Washington, DC.
Duty Station Country: United States of America 
Contract Type: One-Year Fixed Term
Grade & Salary: G7, Step 1 (9,112.83 Monthly)
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice 
Initial duration: 12 Months 
 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief, Global and Domestic Programs Unit and the direct supervision of the National Programme and Liaison Officer in the Global Office in Washington D.C., the Senior Programme Associate – Donor Liaison will be responsible for carrying out the GO’s donor liaison functions to enhance IOM’s capacity to implement United States government (USG) funds effectively, including humanitarian response and recovery programming funded by the United States Department of State (DOS). The incumbent will provide procedural and technical guidance to IOM offices and coordinate donor reporting and programme-development processes within the assigned portfolio.
 

Responsibilities

1. Liaise with DOS bureaus, including the Bureau of Disaster and Humanitarian Response (DHR), the Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), and regional bureaus, to advance effective IOM programme implementation and alignment with USG programmatic and funding priorities.

2. Act as the primary support focal point for senior managers in Headquarters (HQ), Regional Offices (ROs) and Country Offices (COs) on donor-related matters for bureaus within the assigned portfolio. 

3. Assist in the development of tools and guidance to support IOM field missions to strengthen the quality of project proposals and reports. 

4. Support the coordination and development of the IOM Washington D.C. office’s liaison mechanisms between IOM and USG grant managers, cognizant technical officers, and financial managers; and respond to routine questions from the USG regarding IOM programme activities.

5. Provide overall guidance and coordination of reporting processes to DHR and other DOS bureaus, including reviewing and editing quarterly and final project deliverables and reports, advising on reporting expectations and coordinating the preparation of information in response to ad hoc requests. 

6. Facilitate and participate in regular calls between the donor in Washington, D.C. and IOM field missions (and/or HQ and ROs) about updates on relevant programme activities; write and/or file minutes of those calls and provide support to IOM field missions with the follow-up of possible action items agreed upon during those calls.

7. Provide procedural and technical guidance to IOM HQ, ROs, and COs to identify funding opportunities for humanitarian response and recovery programming, as well as to address challenges and promote information-sharing and project development. 

8. Regularly update and contribute to knowledge management mechanisms with respect to awards within the portfolio. 

9. Provide technical inputs and administrative support to IOM field offices in the development, review and submission of budget and narrative proposals for DOS funding opportunities.

10. Facilitate and organize official visits to IOM Washington D.C. and where appropriate, accompany official visitors to pertinent meetings with the donor; prepare talking points and notes for file. 
11. Coordinate with IOM offices on briefings and events for U.S. audiences, as well as for meetings with DOS officials in field locations.   
12. Undertake travel, as necessary, to support the above duties and strengthen relationships between donor and field colleagues. 
13. Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• 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; or,  

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

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;

• Experience working with a USG donor on humanitarian programming or on humanitarian programmes funded by the USG;   

• Understanding of and interest in migration issues, policies, and the Organization’s mandate is an advantage;

• Strong understanding of the different geographic and functional bureaus and offices within the U.S. Department of State is an advantage; and,

• Field experience on humanitarian, development or migration programming is an advantage. 

SKILLS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint; ability to utilize PRIMA and SAM.gov; 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; 
• Demonstrated ability to work in high pressure environments and under tight timelines; 
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; and, 
• Ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders.

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

REQUIRED

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

DESIRABLE

N/A

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. 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 2
 

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

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. National Professional Officers should be nationals of the country of their employment. NPOs perform work at the professional level and the same standards of recruitment qualifications and performance, required for International Professional staff.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.

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

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