Project Assistant

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title               :  Project Assistant

Duty Station                :  Bangkok, Thailand

Classification              :  General Service (G-4, THB 60,500.25 per month)

Type of Appointment :   One Year Fixed-Term Contract 

                                      (Initial 12 months with possibility of extension)

Estimated Start Date  :  As soon as possible

Closing Date               :  12 November 2026 (11:59 PM, Bangkok Time)

(Open for Thai Nationals Only)

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible 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 and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager and direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the Project Assistant will be responsible for supporting the field-level implementation coordination and monitoring of activities under the Project “Advancing Stabilization, Recovery and Resilience in Thailand’s Eastern Border Areas, with a focus on community enhancement, skills development and economic recovery in targeted provinces. 

The project aims to support stabilization, socioeconomic recovery and longer-term resilience in communities in Thailand’s eastern border areas, working in close coordination with relevant national, provincial and local authorities. Its priority interventions focus on community enhancement, skills development and economic recovery, complementing existing government initiatives and local development priorities.

The Project Assistant will support filed-level coordination, community engagement, implementation monitoring and operational follow-up in targeted provinces to facilitate the effective and timely delivery of project activities. 

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
2. Retrieve, compile, summarise, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3. Monitor budget by verifying availability of funds, obtaining necessary approval and updating budget-related information.
4. Support administrative coordination of project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organisational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. Draft status reports, identify shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of supervisor.
6. Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation.
7. Organise meetings, workshops and training sessions.
8. Respond to general information requests and inquiries. Set up and maintain files/records.
9. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in development studies, socieal sciences, community development, public administration, economics, international relations, project management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• High School diploma with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

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

Skills

• Good organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to support the implementation of multiple project activities and meet established deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with government authorities, local communities, implementing partners and other stakeholders.
• Ability to support filed-level activities, community consultations, site visits and coordination with relevant provincial and local authorities.
• Knowledge of community development, livelihoods, socioeconomic recovery or resilience-building approaches would be an advantage.
• Good monitoring and documentation skills, including collecting field information, maintaining activity records and preparing progress updates.
• Ability to identify operational challenges and support the development of practical solutions in coordination with project team members.
• Good drafting skills, including preparing meeting notes, activity reports and other project documentation in Thai and English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multicultural team, including willingness to undertake regular field travel to targeted provinces.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in Thai and English is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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 1

• 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.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via IOM e-Recruitment system within the above said deadline referring to this advertisement. Please attach the following documents in your application. 

• a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability;

• a curriculum vitae; 

• a duly completed IOM Personal History Form which can be downloaded from https://thailand.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1371/files/Vacancies/Form/iom-personal-history-form-270122.xls. 

   

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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