Senior Project Assistant job at International Organization for Migration
About the Organization
The International Organization for Migration is a United Nations agency that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants, including internally displaced persons, refugees, and migrant workers.
Job Description
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes and Policy Development and the direct supervision of the Project Officer (E-waste), the Senior Project Assistant will be responsible for supporting the implementation of IOM E-waste initiative in Uganda under the Migration Environment Climate Change (MECC) and DRR. Overall responsibility for the project is exercised by the Project Officer (E-waste).
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Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities.
Compile, summarize, analyze, and present information/data on specific project topics, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
Monitor budget implementation and propose adjustments as necessary.
Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
Draft status reports; identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures.
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Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience or,
High school diploma from an accredited academic institution with six years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
Experience in working with migrants, refugees, 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
In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
Knowledge of budget management
Languages
For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of Swahili or French is an advantage
Required Competencies Values
Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.
How to Apply
For an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications which should include a cover letter (not more than one page) and résumé highlighting the required education and experience.
Interested applicants may send their applications to hruganda@iom.int Reference Number and Position Title (SVN_UG_002_2024 – Senior Project Assistant) should be specified in the SUBJECT field.
Required: After sending your application through hruganda@iom.int. YOU ARE REQUIRED to fill in the recruitment Questionnaire using this link: Prescreening Form Senior Project Assistant
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
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