Project Associate

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title               :  Project Associate

Duty Station                :  Bangkok, Thailand

Classification              :  General Service (G-5, THB 76,232.00 per month)

Type of Appointment :   One Year Fixed-Term Contract 

                                      (Initial 12 months with possibility of extension)

Estimated Start Date  :  As soon as possible

Closing Date               :  12 November 2026 (11:59 PM, Bangkok Time)

(Open for Thai Nationals Only)

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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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager and direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the Project Associate will be responsible for supporting the coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of activities under the Project “Advancing Stabilization, Recovery and Resilience in Thailand’s Eastern Border Areas, with a particular focus on community enhancement, skills development and economic recovery. 

The project aims to support stabilization, socioeconomic recovery and longer-term resilience in communities in Thailand’s eastern border areas, working in close coordination with relevant national, provincial and local authorities. Its priority interventions focus on community enhancement, skills development and economic recovery, complementing existing government initiatives and local development priorities. 

The Project Associate will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day project implementation, supporting work planning, monitoring progress, facilitating coordination with relevant stakeholders and providing operational guidance to project support staff to ensure the timely and effective delivery of activities across targeted provinces. 

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
2. Retrieve, compile, summarise, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3. Monitor budget by verifying availability of funds, obtaining necessary approval and updating budget-related information.
4. Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organisational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. Draft status reports, identify shortfalls, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions to address delivery gaps.
6. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
7. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries, set up and maintain files/records, and organise meetings, workshops and training sessions.
8. Participate in meetings and conferences to assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation (UN) agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
9. Assist in monitoring work of Implementing Partners (IP) and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
10. Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
11. Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in development studies, social sciences, international relations, public administration, economics, community development, project management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or,

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

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

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

• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,

• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organisations, non-government or government institutions/organisation in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 

• Good knowledge of project implementation, coordination, monitoring and reporting, preferably in community recovery, livelihoods, resilience or development programmes.

• Strong orgniztional and planning skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to liase effectively with government authorities, local communities, implementing partners and other stakeholders.

• Ability to support field operations, coordinate project activities and follow up on implementation progress across multiple locations.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify implementation challenges and propose practical solutions.

• Good drafting and reporting skills, including preparation of activity reports, meeting notes, workplans and project documentation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and familiarity with project monitoring and data management tools.

• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment, both independently and as part of a team.

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 Thai and English 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.

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

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.

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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