Senior Project Assistant (Rio Branco/AC)
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is a leading UN agency focused on migration. It collaborates with governmental and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration, protect individuals on the move, and facilitate regular migration pathways. IOM provides services and advice to governments and migrants, operating in over 100 countries, with Brazil being a member state since 2004. This role supports the Protection and Documentation Unit and the Integration Unit.
Job Purpose
The Senior Project Assistant will provide crucial support to the Protection and Documentation Unit and the Integration Unit in Acre, Brazil, under the direct supervision of the Senior Protection Project Associate in Boa Vista and in coordination with the State Coordinator in Acre. The role's purpose is to assist in the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of project activities related to migration protection and integration. This involves data analysis, stakeholder liaison, drafting reports and correspondence, and supporting case management for vulnerable populations. The position contributes to IOM's mandate of promoting humane and orderly migration by ensuring effective project delivery and support to migrants and displaced persons in the region.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include assisting in the implementation and monitoring of project activities in Acre, focusing on protection topics such as trafficking in persons, smuggling of migrants, gender-based violence, child protection, documentation, and migrant integration. The role involves retrieving, compiling, analyzing, and presenting relevant data. The Senior Project Assistant will participate in meetings, liaise with local authorities and partners, and draft status reports, correspondence, and other documentation. They will also respond to information requests, maintain records, and organize capacity-building activities. Additionally, the position supports case management for vulnerable migrants, monitors implementing partners, and provides guidance to junior staff, performing other assigned duties.
Work Experience
Required experience includes liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, UN agencies, and NGOs. Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups is essential. Prior experience in a multicultural setting with international humanitarian organizations or governmental/non-governmental institutions is considered an advantage.
Skills
Excellent organization skills, analytical and creative thinking, excellent communication skills, ability to prepare clear and concise products, and computer/software literacy are required.