Affiliate Contract - Project Associate (Reintegration) - 4 positions
Organizational Context
Established in 1951, IOM is a UN-related organization and the leading UN agency in migration. It promotes humane and orderly migration, saves lives, protects people on the move, and facilitates pathways for regular migration. The organization fosters a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace to harness the full potential of migration and strengthen support for those on the move.
Job Purpose
This role supports the implementation of reintegration projects under the overall supervision of the Senior Project Associate. The Project Associate will provide additional support to other Protection projects and teams as needed. A key function is to support coordination with other Programmatic Units (PXU) within the mission, ensuring seamless collaboration and effective project delivery. The position contributes to IOM's mandate of promoting humane and orderly migration by assisting in the reintegration of individuals, thereby driving solutions to displacement and facilitating successful returns.
Responsibilities
Conduct individual meetings with eligible returnees to assess needs and capacities, developing integrated reintegration plans that consider economic, social, and psychosocial aspects within the community context. Coordinate with sending missions on reintegration assistance, including eligibility confirmation and plan validation. Refer migrants to specialized services, conduct follow-up, and maintain accurate case files in MiMOSA. Prepare and undertake field missions for training, procurement, and monitoring. Support administrative coordination with procurement and finance units. Liaise with government and non-government counterparts to facilitate field missions and beneficiaries' access to services. Identify and report delivery shortfalls. Participate in the selection of Implementing Partners and provide guidance on IOM requirements. Support the organization and implementation of capacity development activities, including assessments and training. Assist in preparing reports and contributing to new project proposals based on lessons learned.
Work Experience
Experience working with vulnerable groups such as migrants, refugees, and IDPs, including counseling and referral. Proven ability to build strong working relationships with government counterparts and international organizations. Experience in return and reintegration, or related fields like livelihood or protection programming. Previous experience with UN agencies or NGOs is preferred.
Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated organizational and planning abilities. Capacity to work independently and under pressure. Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse colleagues. Understanding of social protection and/or migration issues, particularly migrants' rights and protection, is a strong advantage.