Senior Project Associate (maternity cover)
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a UN-related agency established in 1951, dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration. IOM UK delivers programming to support migrants, focusing on areas like labour migration, development, protection, and immigration advice. This role supports the Migration and Development Team under the Programme Manager, coordinating with various IOM offices and external stakeholders.
Job Purpose
This position serves to support IOM UK's migrant support projects, contributing to the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of initiatives within the Migration and Development Team. The role involves close coordination with internal and external partners, including governmental and non-governmental entities, to ensure effective project delivery and development. The incumbent will assist in disseminating project information and may represent IOM in external forums, playing a key part in facilitating IOM's mission to provide services and advice to governments and migrants, and to promote orderly migration.
Responsibilities
The Senior Project Associate will provide specialized assistance in the planning and implementation of migrant support projects, ensuring alignment with donor guidance and IOM strategies. Key duties include supporting monitoring and evaluation efforts, contributing to narrative reports, and maintaining organized project documentation. The role involves liaising with the Communications Officer for timely dissemination of project information and supporting the development of new project proposals. Additionally, the associate will maintain relationships with governmental, non-governmental, and international organizations on program matters, participate in relevant meetings, and provide administrative support to the team.
Work Experience
Required experience includes work in migration-related issues and proven ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders, including governmental and non-governmental partners. Experience in project design, implementation, and monitoring is essential, as is the ability to prepare clear reports. Prior experience with FCDO and in the North Africa region is considered an advantage.
Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Capacity for diligent response to simultaneous requests. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural setting.