SVN/2026/028 - Senior Project Associate (lmi), Jakarta

Organizational Context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a UN-related agency dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration. IOM Indonesia, operational for over 40 years, is a significant mission engaged in various migration-related activities. The Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion (LMI) programme focuses on enhancing labour migration management through policy advice, technical support, and promoting safe and ethical practices.

Job Purpose

The Senior Project Associate (LMI) will support the conceptualization, coordination, and implementation of IOM’s Migration, Business, and Human Rights (MBHR) Programme in Indonesia. This role is crucial for promoting the full respect of human and labour rights of migrant workers, particularly vulnerable groups within Asian supply chains, aligning with the UN Guiding Principles of Business and Human Rights. The position builds upon previous IOM initiatives, aiming to foster responsible business practices and protect migrant workers' rights across key regional labour migration corridors.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include assisting in project planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring. The role involves compiling and analyzing project data, monitoring budget implementation, and acting as a focal point for administrative coordination. This includes liaising with internal units and external parties, drafting status reports, correspondence, and project documentation. The Associate will organize meetings, workshops, and training sessions, prepare materials, and deliver capacity-building support. Responsibilities also extend to responding to information requests, maintaining project files, participating in meetings with stakeholders, monitoring implementing partners, and providing input for SOPs and new project development. The role may involve guiding and supervising other staff.

Work Experience

Required experience includes knowledge of Indonesian migration policies and programming, project implementation, donor liaison, operations, and administration. Experience in capacity building, monitoring, and evaluation is advantageous. Specific experience in labour migration, migrant worker protection, liaising with governmental and non-governmental organizations, working with vulnerable groups, and building private sector partnerships is beneficial. Experience in facilitating training and working in multicultural settings is also noted.

Skills

Essential skills include strong liaison and networking abilities with government agencies, donors, the private sector, and NGOs. The role requires efficiency, flexibility, a results-driven approach, respect for diversity, and creative thinking. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks, work independently under pressure, manage workload effectively, and possess excellent interpersonal skills for teamwork in multicultural environments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to prepare clear technical reports in English and Bahasa Indonesia are necessary.

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