Senior Project Associate (Engineering) – Affiliated Contractor

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.

Project Context and Scope

IOM Ethiopia’s Protection Unit works closely with the Government of Ethiopia and various stakeholders to contribute to addressing the needs, as well as to promote and uphold the rights of individuals and their communities. Under the Reintegration sub-unit, the programme supports the implementation of Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) activities in Ethiopia, facilitating the safe, dignified and voluntary return of migrants, and providing comprehensive reintegration assistance upon return. This includes the delivery of tailored economic, social and psychosocial support to returnees, as well as the promotion of sustainable livelihood opportunities and community-based reintegration approaches. The sub-unit works closely with government counterparts, service providers and partners to strengthen national capacities for reintegration, ensure protection-sensitive programming for vulnerable groups, and contribute to addressing the drivers of irregular migration and re-migration.

IOM, through its Migration Response Centres (MRCs), provides vulnerable migrants with protection and assistance delivering needs-based assistance and referrals, prioritizing victims of trafficking, children in situations of vulnerability, and those with health needs. IOM’s MRCs are strategically located on the key migratory routes in Ethiopia, with three on the Eastern Route, one on the Southern Route, and the final one on the Northern Route. These MRCs provide, often, lifesaving assistance and tailored protection support to migrants that have been returned, stranded, or otherwise find themselves in very difficult situations.

Additionally, through reintegration support, IOM implements interventions that benefit returnees and host communities alike, strengthen social cohesion, and address community-level needs linked to sustainable return. The position will therefore also contribute to the technical engineering and construction, as well as provide WASH-related expertise, to the planning and implementation of community-based reintegration activities, including community infrastructure, rehabilitation works and service-related improvements, ensuring that such interventions are safe, inclusive, protection-sensitive, accessible and aligned with IOM standards, government priorities and identified community needs.

This position will be hired under the affiliated contract and will be working under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Officer (Protection), and direct supervision o of the Programme Officer (Protection), and in coordination with PX sub-unit thematic leads, the successful candidate will support in the implementation of the construction, engineering and WASH activities related with the MRCs and CBR implementation, and other areas where expertise may be required. 

In particular, he/she will undertake the following responsibilities and accountabilities. 

1. Assist in the planning, monitoring, and reporting of construction and Community-Based Reintegration engineering projects, ensuring compliance with IOM standards, donor requirements, safety protocols, and national construction regulations.
2. Support the preparation and review of technical designs, drawings, Bills of Quantities (BoQs), schematics, and construction specifications, ensuring gender-sensitive and accessible designs.
3. Conduct regular field visits to monitor MRC and CB project sites, ensuring quality control, adherence to design standards, and timely progress.
4. Assist in coordinating with contractors, engineers, local authorities, and relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation.
5. Support the management and implementation of construction, engineering, and CBR related-WASH and other project interventions in line with IOM’s strategies and project-specific plans.
6. Contribute to community engagement efforts, including conducting feedback sessions with migrants and returnees to address safety, privacy, and accessibility concerns.
7. Ensure proper documentation of all construction, engineering, and WASH activities, including contracts, work permits, site assessments, compliance records, progress reports, photographic evidence, and other supporting documents.
8. Facilitate internal coordination with different programs and ensure effective collaboration with Procurement, Finance, HR, and Logistics units in Addis Ababa and field offices.
9. Participate in field assessments, compile findings, provide analysis, and document lessons learned to inform future interventions.
10. In close coordination with the Supply Chain Unit, Support procurement processes for construction materials and services, ensuring timely delivery and proper documentation.
11. Organize meetings, workshop and training sessions, prepare minutes of the meeting, training material and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops. Following up on action points, and tracking financial expenditures.
12. Prepare and submit regular monthly progress reports and promptly report any issues, risks, or delays to the supervisor.
13. Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University BA and MA in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Environmental Engineering, and/or related field
• Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience in construction, engineering or WASH projects.
• Experience working with international organizations NGOs, or UN agencies is an asset.

 

Skills

• Good computer knowledge in MS office packages.
• Demonstrated capacity and skills in the use of AutoCAD, ProgeCAD, ArcGIS, and RCD 2000.
• Ability to adapt technical knowledge and expertise to specific project or activities.
• Ability to work with colleagues from different cultural and professional backgrounds; flexibility to perform and deliver in difficult and rapidly changing situations is essential.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately and pay attention to detail.
• Willingness to assist efficiently in a very busy project environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to present clear and concise information and good communication skills i.e. strong writing and reporting skills
• Strong communication and cultural sensitivity

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English and Amharic is required (oral and written), and knowledge of other Ethiopian national languages is desirable.

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

Required Competencies

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

• 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 Consultants 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. Consultants 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.