Programme Associate (WASH)

ABOUT THE COMPANY Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners.

With 162 member states, a further 9 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, 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.

IOM works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people. JOB SUMMARY EducationBachelor’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 three years of relevant professional experience.School diploma with five years of relevant experienceExperienceExperience 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 traffickingPrior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.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, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.Support drafting status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions;Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.Perform other related duties as assigned REQUIRED SKILLS Document and archive man