Senior Project Associate (Capacity Building & Training)

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. 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. 

Working across a global footprint, IOM prepares individuals arriving through resettlement and other safe and regular pathways for their successful integration in the UK through tailored pre-departure and post arrival activities. 

Under the overall supervision of the National Resettlement and Complementary Pathways Officer and direct supervision of the Senior Project Associate (Resettlement and Integration), the incumbent will support the delivery of capacity building training on integration and assist in identifying opportunities to work in partnership with a range of stakeholders to facilitate better integration and social cohesion.  

1. Support the preparation of content and planning of delivery of capacity building trainings in the thematic areas of resettlement, integration, and migrant assistance, in line with IOM’s strategic priorities, policies. 
2. Support the coordination with stakeholders to contribute to the achievement of programme objectives.
3. Coordinate the collection, consolidation, and quality review of inputs on capacity building trainings for periodic and annual donor reports. 
4. Liaise with relevant overseas missions to gather input on capacity building training products and support the review of curriculum scripts developed by IOM UK for alignment with donor requirements and IOM guidance.
5. Draft and disseminate information articles and news briefs for publication on the IOM website and social media platforms, contributing to the visibility of IOM UK’s work on capacity building initiatives.
6. Contribute inputs to project proposal preparation in the areas of resettlement, integration, and protection of migrant children, under the guidance of supervisor.
7. Assist in the delivery of ongoing resettlement and integration activities under the UK resettlement projects, including pre-departure orientation for refugees, information sessions for local authorities, and training activities for community sponsors and other stakeholders.
8. Support the integration of lived experience /experts by experience approaches across relevant projects, in coordination with the project teams.
9. Explore and support opportunities for private sector collaboration, related to initiatives aimed at facilitating social cohesion and integration.
10. Maintain regular communication with central and local government departments, Regional Strategic Migration Partnerships (RSMPs), charities and other partners on programme-related matters, including capacity building trainings. 
11. Supervise staff assigned, provide guidance and assist in coordinating and monitoring their work.
12. Provide planning and implementation support for key events such as International Migrants Day, Refugee Week, and other migrant/refugee-led initiatives and conferences.
13. Perform other related tasks as assigned in support of team objectives.

     

    Education

    • High school diploma with six years of professional experience; or,

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in Political or Social Sciences with four years of professional experience.Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience

      • Relevant experience in refugee migration-related issues and project support.

      • Experience liaising with a variety of stakeholders, including governmental authorities, international and national institutions, diplomatic missions and non-governmental partners. 

      • Experience supporting community engagement activities.

      • Experience supporting the delivery of trainings and workshops.

        📚 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!

      • Experience preparing clear and concise reports and documentation.

      • Experience using standard office software, particularly Microsoft Office applications.

         

        Skills
        • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
        • Excellent organizational and administrative skills, with strong attention to detail.
        • Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
        • Ability to respond quickly and diligently to simultaneous requests.

        • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural setting.

        • Knowledge of UK Resettlement Schemes, Afghanistan Citizen’s Resettlement Scheme and protection of migrant children experiences is desirable.

        • Lived experience of forced migration an advantage. 

           

          Languages

          • For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).   

          • Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.

          • Proficiency in Arabic /Kurdish an advantage. Proficiency in Dari, Pashto is also an advantage in this role.

            Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. Required Competencies IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. 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.
    • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
14. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2)
15. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.