POST DESCRIPTION

SECTION 1

Position Information

SECTION 2

Organizational Context and Scope 

SECTION 3

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
2. Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3. Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
4. Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
6. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
7. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions;
8. Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
9. Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
10. Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
11. Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATION

• School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 

SKILLS

• Knowledge of humanitarian principles and emergency response operations, particularly in disaster  and violence affected contexts.

• Experience supporting project implementation, including activity tracking, beneficiary registration, and documentation management.

• Ability to coordinate with implementing partners and local authorities to support timely delivery of assistance.

• Knowledge of monitoring and reporting requirements, including data collection and basic analysis.

• Familiarity with IOM administrative, procurement and financial procedures applicable to emergency projects.

• Experience in drafting routine correspondence, reports, and maintaining organized project records.

SECTION 5

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

REQUIRED: For this position, fluency in Spanish is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE: Working knowledge in English is desirable.

SECTION 6

Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
  
   

CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators – Choose a level.

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
   

COMO APLICAR: Candidatos interesados son bienvenidos a aplicar a más tardar el 8 de marzo de 2026  a través del enlace: Project Associate - IOM Careers

Applications are welcome from internal candidates only including (active and inactive staff), for all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and elegible first -tier candidates , are considered before those of qualified and eligible second - tier candidates in the selection process. for the purpose of this vacancy internal candidates are considered first tier candidates