EXTENSION: SVN2025/023_ Project Support Associate (CBI)_ G5_ PAP

IOM - International Organization for Migration


JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the RRM and Cash Coordinator and in collaboration with relevant units, such as Shelter/NFI, Protection, DTM and CCCM, the Project Assistant will be responsible for supporting the cash and voucher assistance processes of all technical units to ensure a rapid and effective response to meet the immediate needs of affected populations.

Key Responsibilities

Required Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATION

  • University degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or
  • Completed High School from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.

EXPERIENCE

  • Experience working in humanitarian settings;
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge in cash-based programming;
  • Experience liaising with governmental authorities, other national and international institutions and NGOs, and building effective local partnerships including with the private sector;
  • Experience in project management;
  • Strong experience with databases, assessment tools and reporting.

SKILLS

  • Knowledge of the fundaments of CBI;
  • Familiar with innovative systems used in humanitarian sectors and a fast learner;
  • Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and beneficiaries;
  • Strong knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations tools and methodologies;
  • Computer literacy, including in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint as well as KoBo Toolbox and report writing;
  • Strong interpersonal and communications skills;
  • Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

Languages[1]
REQUIRED

For this position, fluency in French and Haitian Creole is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE

Working knowledge of English.

Competencies[2]

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 –  Level 2

  • 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.

 

[1] Competencies and respective levels should be drawn from the Competency Framework of the Organization.

[2] As per IN/233, staff members in a position in the Professional and GS categories are expected to be fluent in one of the Organization’s official languages, which are English, French and Spanish. At least a working knowledge of another official language is highly desirable and may be specified as mandatory in some cases. For positions in the GS category, proficiency in one of the local language(s) may also be required, as specified in the VN/SVN.


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