Context
The forced return of Brazilians represents a significant humanitarian, social, and economic challenge, requiring
a coordinated response based on human rights and sustainable reintegration of forced returnees. Many arrive
in Brazil in situations of extreme vulnerability, without financial resources, housing, immediate access to
essential services, and with significant mental health consequences for directly affected individuals. The
International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Brazil has been implementing a project to support the
Brazilian government in ensuring that forcibly returned Brazilian citizens are received with dignity, that their
human rights are respected, and that they receive support to overcome vulnerabilities and reintegrate into
society.
Under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator based in Brasรญlia, the successful candidate will provide
assistance to the related activities of the project. There are three (3) vacancies open for Brasilia, DF.
In particular, the person will have the following responsibilities:
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities;
- Provide assistance and support to the coordination of work with government, civil society partners,
private sector entities and academic institution to facilitate the development, implementation
monitoring and evaluation of assigned projects; - Administrative support - Identify and track follow-up actions; support travel, data collection and
procurement actions as requested; - Support the operational, administrative and procurement aspects of the ongoing project as required
- Provide administrative support to meetings, workshops, seminars and conferences;
- Support the reception and reintegration of forcibly returnees in coordination with the local actors and the state coordinator;
- Support the developing and dissemination of informational materials;
- Support with text editing, proofreading and translation to ensure quality of IOM products and materials;
- Assist in performing various assignments, by planning, organizing, managing logistics, and facilitating different events and activities in their administrative and organizational aspects;
- Perform other work-related tasks, as required. Education
- High school diploma with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience.
ability to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines;Computer literacy, especially Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.ย Languages Required: Portuguese (advanced);Advantageous: English (advanced); Spanish (advanced)ย Required Competenciesย The selected candidate is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:ย Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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.Core Competencies โ 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 Organizationโs 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.ย Notes
The appointment 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, and security clearances.