Head of Counter-Trafficking [Sr Prj Coordinator]

Position Title

Head of Counter-Trafficking [Senior Project Coordinator]

Position Grade

G7

Duty Station

CO for Austria

Position Number

200007925

Job Family

Counter Trafficking

Organizational Unit

10013926

Is this a Regional, HQ, MAC, PAC, Liaison Office, or a Country Office based position?

Country Office

Position rated on 

15 December 2025

Reports directly to 

20108571 - Chief of Mission, P4

Number of Direct Reports

 1 

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Support the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of the Country Office’s CT project (s) and activities related to labour exploitation and the promotion of fair working conditions for migrant workers, including ethical recruitment.

• Collect, analyze and compile information, prepare narrative reports and presentations on CT and IOM's work on labour exploitation and ethical recruitment. 

• Coordinate relevant activities with the RTS at SRO Brussels and RO Vienna, as well as relevant IOM Country Offices.

• Maintain working contacts with donors, involved governmental agencies as well as with other national interlocutors and international organizations relevant to CT, labour exploitation and ethical recruitment to support coordinated implementation of activities.  

• Maintain sound working relations and facilitate information exchange on operational aspects of the CT project (s) and related labour exploitation/ ethical recruitment activities. 

• Coordinate with the RMU in the preparation of budget expenditures and financial reports related to CT and labour exploitation/ethical recruitment project activities. 

• Coordinate the preparation of CT and other project proposals related to the prevention of labour exploitation and the promotion of ethical recruitment practices; contribute to other protection-related proposals developed by IOM Austria.

• Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building and CT/ labour exploitation/ ethical recruitment events including trainings, workshops, meetings, presentations, and conferences.

• Participate in official meetings, events, seminars, conferences, training courses and duty travel. 

• Provide technical support to other Country Office staff on the application of CT/ labour exploitation/ ethical recruitment tools and procedures.

• Respond to complex information requests and inquiries regarding CT/ labour exploitation/ ethical recruitment workflows and operational processes.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the COM.

  📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐

  ⚠️ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

  Required Qualifications and Experience

  EDUCATION

  • High School diploma with seven years of relevant experience, or

  • Bachelor’s degree in international relations, politics, social science, geography or related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant experience

     

    EXPERIENCE

    • Proven  experience in counter-trafficking and migrant protection.
    • Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities, as well as with national and international institutions.
    • Experience in humanitarian programmes for migrants, capacity-building activities, and in project coordination, reporting and development.

    • Experience in supporting project activities and supervising personnel.

      SKILLS

      • Sound knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the Austrian and European migration landscape, including counter-trafficking community and Austrian/ European asylum and migration policies.
      • Familiarity with financial and business administration procedures, including IOM and EU financial rules and regulations, an advantage.
      • High Level of computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Office applications. 

      • Previous work experience in international organizations is an advantage.

         

        Competencies

        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 –  Level 2
        
         

        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.
        
         

        MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators –  Level 2
        
         

        Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.

        Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

        Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.

        Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

        Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

         

        Notes
        Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
        
        This post is subject to local recruitment. Only persons holding a valid residence and work permit for Austria will be eligible for consideration.