Project Associate

Introduction

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 overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Community Stabilisation Programme), and in close coordination with relevant governmental counterparts, municipal authorities, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders, the Project Associate – Field Coordination will be responsible for supporting the implementation and field-level coordination of the EU for Communities programme within the assigned Area of Responsibility (AoR).

1. Coordinate and monitor field activities within the assigned AoR ensuring alignment with project objectives, workplans, donor requirements, and IOM standards.
2. Support the implementation and follow-up of community stabilization activities, including field visits, beneficiary support, and community-based interventions.
3. Identify implementation challenges, operational risks, and emerging community needs, and bring them to the attention of the supervisor with recommendations for appropriate follow-up actions.
4. Serve as the field-level focal point for programme implementation within the AoR and maintain regular coordination with municipal authorities, community representatives, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders.
5. Conduct outreach activities, information sessions, mobile campaigns, and beneficiary consultations in targeted communities.
6. Respond to beneficiary enquiries and provide guidance on programme opportunities, eligibility criteria, application procedures, and required documentation.
7. Assist in assessing beneficiary needs and provide guidance to applicants in developing business concepts, project proposals, and community initiative ideas.
8. Assist in reviewing business and project proposals for feasibility, viability, relevance, and sustainability, and provide recommendations for consideration by the supervisor.
9. Support the delivery of business development, entrepreneurship, and capacity-building activities for beneficiaries and community members.
10. Assist in monitoring project progress, outputs, expenditures, and field-level implementation against approved plans, budgets, timelines, and expected results.
11. Assist in preparing regular reports, updates, statistical summaries, analytical inputs, and maintain accurate programme records, databases, correspondence, and filing systems.
12. Support procurement, financial monitoring, visibility and communication activities, including documentation of achievements, success stories, and lessons learned.
13. Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, International Relations, Development Studies, Community Development, Project Management, Economics, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or

• High School diploma with five years of relevant professional experience.

   

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in supporting the implementation, coordination, and monitoring of community development, community stabilization, humanitarian, or development projects;

• Experience working with local authorities, community representatives, civil society organizations, international organizations, and other stakeholders;

• Experience conducting field visits, beneficiary consultations, community outreach, awareness-raising, and stakeholder engagement activities;

• Experience assessing community or beneficiary needs and supporting the design and implementation of project interventions;

• Experience in project monitoring, data collection, reporting, and maintaining programme records and databases; and

• Experience supporting livelihood, entrepreneurship, small business development, or economic empowerment initiatives is an advantage.

   

  SKILLS

• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills; 

• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills; 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement within established procedures;

• Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;

• Strong report writing, monitoring, data collection, and information management skills;

• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities, authorities, and stakeholders in a multicultural environment; and

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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

   

Languages

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

REQUIRED

For this position, fluency in English, Albanian and Serbian 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.

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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