Project Associate (Community Resilience)
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in the Federated States of Micronesia is implementing the "Safer Schools, Stronger Shelters" project. This initiative focuses on climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction within the education sector and enhancing community preparedness through Emergency Evacuation Shelters. The Project Associate will support the Project Officer and the Community Resilience team in Pohnpei, working with various government departments, local authorities, and community stakeholders.
Job Purpose
The Project Associate (Community Resilience) will provide essential administrative, operational, logistical, monitoring, and coordination support for the "Safer Schools, Stronger Shelters" project in the Federated States of Micronesia. This role is crucial for the effective implementation of activities aimed at strengthening climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction within the education sector and improving community preparedness through Emergency Evacuation Shelters. The incumbent will work closely with the Project Officer and the Community Resilience team, liaising with national and state government bodies, educational institutions, disaster coordination offices, municipal authorities, community representatives, and other project stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and achievement of its objectives. The role contributes directly to enhancing the resilience of communities and educational facilities against climate-related risks.
Responsibilities
Support the timely implementation of project activities by coordinating daily tasks, maintaining work plans, and tracking action points. Assist in organizing and executing consultations, workshops, trainings, and awareness sessions by managing logistics, preparing materials, and documenting outcomes. Facilitate stakeholder coordination and communication with government agencies, schools, and community partners. Provide logistical support for curriculum review, teacher training, material development, and monitoring of pilot DRR/CCA education activities. Contribute to community consultations, shelter assessments, rehabilitation efforts, and engagement initiatives. Collect, compile, and maintain project data and documentation for monitoring, reporting, and compliance. Conduct field monitoring visits, gather information, document progress, and support activity implementation. Provide administrative and operational support, including procurement, travel arrangements, and record-keeping. Support project visibility and communication by collecting success stories and ensuring donor compliance. Perform other assigned duties.
Work Experience
Experience in supporting project implementation, community development, or humanitarian programs. Proven experience in organizing workshops, trainings, and community meetings. Experience collaborating with government departments, communities, and development partners. Skills in monitoring, reporting, data collection, and database management are required. Experience in administrative and operational support functions is necessary. Prior experience with UN agencies, NGOs, or international organizations is advantageous.
Skills
Proficiency in project implementation and stakeholder coordination. Strong organizational and administrative capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Competence in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports. Capacity to work effectively in multicultural and remote settings. Fluency in English (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of local FSM languages is desirable.