Project Associate - Migration Health
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading inter-governmental organization focused on migration management, international cooperation, and humanitarian assistance to migrants. In Lao PDR since 2001, IOM partners with the government and other entities to promote safe migration, strengthen governance, and improve the health and well-being of migrants and mobile populations. The UN University Volunteer will work within IOM Vientiane, collaborating with national and regional teams on migration and development issues, including migrant health.
Job Purpose
The Project Associate - Migration Health will support the implementation of IOM's migration health projects in Lao PDR. This role involves coordinating with implementing partners and stakeholders, engaging communities, and contributing to project monitoring and reporting. The assignment provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in migration health programming, project execution, inter-agency coordination, and community outreach. The volunteer will work closely with the IOM programme team on various migration and development initiatives, contributing to improved health outcomes and community resilience for migrants and vulnerable populations.
Responsibilities
The UN Volunteer will support the implementation of migration health projects and activities under the guidance of the project team. Key duties include assisting in the coordination of project activities and maintaining documentation, contributing to community outreach and health promotion for migrant populations, and supporting the organization of trainings and capacity-building events. The role involves participating in field visits for project monitoring and data collection, compiling project data for reporting, and assisting in the preparation of donor reports and project updates. Additionally, the volunteer will help coordinate administrative and operational processes, contribute to research on migration health, and perform other assigned duties. A work plan with clear objectives and regular supervisor check-ins will be established.
Work Experience
No prior experience is required, but demonstrated interest and/or up to two years of experience in public health, migration health, humanitarian assistance, or related development programs is beneficial. Experience in project implementation support, monitoring, reporting, data collection, community outreach, or organizing events is also advantageous. Previous volunteer experience or cross-cultural exposure is highly regarded.
Skills
Core competencies include Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Building Trust, Commitment and Motivation, Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Knowledge Sharing, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, and Working in Teams. Specific expertise areas include Community Development, Migration, and Refugees. Skills in project implementation support, coordination, community engagement, monitoring, reporting, and information management are essential.