Project Associate (Monitoring and Evaluation) (G5)

Position Title: ​​Project Associate (Monitoring and Evaluation)

Duty Station City: Caracas
Duty Station Country: Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Grade: G-5
Contract Type: Special Short-Term
Recruiting Type: General Service
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice / Call for Applications
Initial duration: until 31 december 2026

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, the following are considered 

• First-tier candidates: Internal candidates.

• Second tier candidates include: All external candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the United Nations Migration Agency, is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non‑governmental partners. IOM promotes the orderly and humane management of migration, advances international cooperation on migration issues, supports practical solutions to emerging challenges, and provides humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including internally displaced persons.

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 by verifying availability of funds, obtaining necessary approval and updating budget-related information.
4.  Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive 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, escalate issues to the supervisor and suggest remedial actions to address delivery gaps.
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, and organise meetings, workshops and training sessions.
8. Participate in meetings and conferences to assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation (UN) agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
9. Assist in monitoring work of Implementing Partners (IP) and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
10. Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
11. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law  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.
   

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

Experience

• Experience with data collection tools, ODK documentation, XLSForms
• Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, including indicator development, logical frameworks, monitoring plans and means of verification.
• Experience in data quality assurance, data analysis, reporting, and the use of evidence for adaptive programme management and decision-making
   

Skills

• Good level of computer literacy.
• Ability to work with national and international institutions.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Ability to identify resource requirements and report them to the supervisor
   

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 of English.
 

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

• IOM solo acepta solicitudes debidamente completadas presentadas a través del sistema e-Recruitment de IOM 

• Solo se contactará con los candidatos preseleccionados. 

• Cualquier oferta hecha al candidato en relación con este aviso de vacante está sujeta a la confirmación de financiación. 

• La OIM no cobra ninguna tasa en ninguna fase de su proceso de reclutamiento. 

• Esta vacante solo está disponible para ciudadanos locales o extranjeros con derecho de residencia y derecho a trabajar en el país. 

• Para más información y otras ofertas de empleo, puedes visitar nuestra página web: Carreras y Vacantes de Empleo del IOM