Project Development and Donor Liaison Officer (P)
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a UN-related agency established in 1951, promotes humane and orderly migration. It works with governments and partners to save lives, protect migrants, and facilitate pathways for regular migration. This role supports IOM's coordination and facilitation of project development and donor reporting in Ghana, Togo, and Benin, working under the Chief of Mission.
Job Purpose
The Project Development and Donor Liaison Officer is responsible for supporting the coordination and facilitation of project development, donor, and institutional reporting within IOM's migration management and emergency response fields. This role involves assisting with liaison activities with government counterparts, UN agencies, and other stakeholders, aligning with IOM's regional and country strategies. The officer will contribute to securing funding, developing project proposals, and ensuring compliance with IOM and donor requirements. By fostering effective relationships with donors and partners, the position aims to enhance IOM's operational capacity and impact in addressing migration challenges and supporting people on the move.
Responsibilities
Develop results-based programmes and project proposals in coordination with the Chief of Mission, Project Managers, UN Country Team, donors, and partners, ensuring compliance with IOM and donor requirements. Review resource needs, identify gaps and opportunities, and align project development with IOM strategies. Support the endorsement process for concept notes and project proposals, and assist in drafting donor reports. Research funding opportunities, analyze calls for proposals, and develop donor profiles. Maintain effective working relationships with donor counterparts and project partners. Draft visibility and resource mobilization materials, and organize donor briefings. Conduct capacity building and training on programme development and reporting. Maintain accurate records of correspondence and project files.
Work Experience
Experience in supporting results-based project development and reporting, technical writing, and editing, preferably in the international development/humanitarian sector. Proven experience in donor relations and grant management. Demonstrated experience with Results-Based Management and strategic planning approaches. Proven experience in donor report writing in humanitarian or development settings.
Skills
Demonstrated communication, writing, and organizational skills. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts. Proven analytical and planning skills. Capacity to establish working relationships with various stakeholders. Ability to work effectively with diverse colleagues. Ability to work accurately under pressure. High sense of confidentiality, initiative, and good judgment. Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, creative thinking. Good computer literacy, including database applications.