Project Assistant (Protection)

1. Provide general/clerical assistance in the implementation of project activities.
2. Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3. Assist in monitoring budget and updating budget related information. 
4. Support administrative coordination for project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units or external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process, and follow-up on administrative actions.
5. Draft status reports, correspondence, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations,and other forms of documentation.
6. Support the organization of meetings, workshops and training sessions.
7. Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
8. Assist in travel management processes, including travel authorization, ticketing, and claims administration.
9. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with one year of relevant professional experience; or,
• School diploma with three years of relevant professional experience in administration, finance, accounting, procurement, logistics, office management, or related support functions.

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in working with migrants, 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

• Ability to coordinate meetings, workshops, and events, including logistical and administrative arrangements.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a multicultural environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

Languages

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

Required

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

Desirable

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

Competencies

Competencies will be assessed during the selection process, and 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

• 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 covers affiliate contractors against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Affiliate contractors are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

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

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.

How to Apply

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the: >> IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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.

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