Senior Project Associate (maternity cover)

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

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.

The International Organization for Migration in the United Kingdom (IOM UK) delivers a range of programming to support migrants, both in the UK and internationally, including projects focusing on labour migration, migration and development, protection, and community cohesion, as well as provision of immigration advice. 

This position will support IOM’s work under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager in the Migration and Development Team and the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission of IOM UK. Working in close coordination with relevant country and regional offices, units at our HQ in Geneva, and other teams at the IOM London, the incumbent will assist in the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of relevant migrant support projects managed by IOM London as well as support the development of new projects. The incumbent will also liaise with external stakeholders on matters related to communications, project development and reporting as well as may represent IOM in external forums and meetings.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

1.   Provide specialized assistance in planning and implementation of activities under the relevant migrant support projects in line with donor guidance and mission’s strategies, policies and relevant fundraising approaches.

2.   Support in monitoring and evaluation and provide input into the preparation of periodic and annual narrative reports in line with donor requirements.

3.   Ensure project documents and information are appropriately filed and processed within IOM internal systems.

4.   Liaise with the Communications Officer to make sure that relevant project information and learning are disseminated in a timely manner through a range of different channels. 

5.   Provide support in preparation of project proposals for Migration and Development as part of broader project development, in close coordination with supervisor and all relevant stakeholders.  

6. Maintain liaison with relevant governmental, non-governmental entities as well as other international organisations and local NGOs on programme issues and participate in meetings as relevant.

7.   Provide administrative support to the team.

8.   Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

• Completed University degree from an accredited institution in a field relevant to migration management, humanitarian and/or development assistance and at least 4 years professional experience or school diploma with 6 years of relevant professional experience.

•  Advanced degree or qualification relevant to the topics of migration and development, monitoring and evaluation, protection, safeguarding, integration and/or immigration advice would be an advantage.

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

• Relevant experience in migration related issues;

• Experience and proven competencies in liaising with a variety of stakeholders, including governmental authorities, international and national institutions, diplomatic missions and non-governmental partners; prior experience working with FCDO would be an advantage;

•  Experience in project design, and project implementation and monitoring;

• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports;

• Experience in North Africa region is an advantage.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

•  Excellent organizational and administrative skills, with strong attention to details

•   Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure

• Ability to respond quickly and diligently to simultaneous requests

•  Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural setting

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 is required.

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

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

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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.

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.

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.

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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