Project Associate (Referral)-Affilated Contractor-Required Number-1
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is a Related Organization of the United Nations and a leading agency in the field of migration. IOM collaborates with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration, save lives, protect people on the move, and facilitate regular migration pathways. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Job Purpose
This role supports IOM's mission by contributing to the implementation and monitoring of migration-related interventions, particularly those involving referral mechanisms. The Project Associate will play a key part in strengthening IOM's support to people on the move by ensuring effective coordination with partners, managing project activities, and providing essential administrative and logistical support. The position aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of migration management initiatives through diligent data management, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement, ultimately contributing to the organization's goal of promoting humane and orderly migration.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include mapping referral partners and fostering strategic alliances to optimize resource management for migration interventions. The role involves assisting in the implementation and monitoring of National Referral Mechanism project activities, and retrieving, compiling, summarizing, analyzing, and presenting data on referrals. Budget monitoring, fund verification, and obtaining necessary approvals are also crucial. The Project Associate will act as a focal point for administrative coordination, liaising with internal units and external parties. This includes drafting status reports, identifying shortfalls, and suggesting remedial actions. Additionally, the role involves drafting correspondence, preparing reports, briefing notes, and other documentation, responding to information requests, maintaining records, and organizing meetings and workshops. Participation in meetings, coordinating implementation activities with stakeholders, and monitoring implementing partners are also key duties, along with providing guidance to junior staff.
Work Experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is essential. The role requires attention to detail, methodical organization of paperwork, discretion, and a client-oriented approach. Patience and a willingness to learn are important. Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government, or government institutions in a multicultural setting is considered an advantage.
Skills
In-depth knowledge of migration-related subject areas, understanding of UN and bilateral donor programming, knowledge of financial rules and regulations, and familiarity with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).