Contex
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Liberia supports the Government of Liberia in strengthening migration governance, advancing peacebuilding, promoting diaspora engagement, and fostering resilience in communities affected by migration. In line with national priorities, IOM implements programmes on voluntary return and reintegration (AVRR), counter-trafficking, community stabilization, border management, diaspora engagement, and cross-border peacebuilding.
Within this framework, robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) is essential to track results, assess impact, and ensure accountability to beneficiaries, government counterparts, donors, and partners. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer, and in close collaboration with the Regional M&E Officer, the M&E Assistant (Project Support) will provide administrative and logistical support for the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of IOM projects, with a focus on voluntary assisted returnees, diaspora engagement, and cross-border peacebuilding activities.
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities, and follow up on administrative tasks, in line with IOM standards and donor requirements.
- Support project budget monitoring by verifying availability of funds, obtaining necessary approvals and updating budget-related information.
- Support administrative coordination of project implementation, including liaison with internal units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc
- Support the organization and logistics of field monitoring visits and assist in gathering basic feedback from beneficiaries and communities, under supervision.
- Assist in compiling simple desk and/or field information based on findings and recommendations provided by supervisor.
- Support the collection and recording of information from beneficiaries, communities, and implementing partners, for reporting purposes.
- Maintain project files, databases, and records to support documentation of activities, beneficiaries.
- Assist in preparing project documentation, including drafting status reports and compiling information for progress updates and M&E summaries records, under supervision.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for meetings, workshops, training sessions, and field visits, including donors or stakeholders visits as instructed.
- Draft correspondence, briefing notes, statistical tables, presentations, and other documentation related to project implementation and M&E.
- Respond to general information requests and support visibility and knowledge-sharing activities, under supervision.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
EDUCATION
- Bachelorโs degree in social sciences, Statistics, Economics, or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with two years of relevant professional experience, or
- High school Diploma/Certificate with four years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities ย are those Listed in the UNESCO Word Higher Education Database.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience in providing administrative or logistical support for projects, preferably including data collection or basic monitoring tasks.
- Good knowledge of MS office; familiarity with basic data processing software (SPSS, Stata, GIS, etc.) is an advantage.
- Good drafting and organizational skills.
- Work experience in UN System or similar organizations is an asset.
SKILLS
- Ability to handle routing tasks and maintain accurate records.
- Accuracy in data collection, entry and documentation.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment and follow instructions.
LANGUAGES
- Fluency in English( Oral and written) and French is an advantageous
Required ย Competencies
COMPETENCIES
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
VALUES -ย 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 wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organisational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: demonstrates the ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgement in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage:ย Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy:ย Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competenciesย โ behavioural indicators level 1
- Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimise 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 action and delegated work.
- Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Noย Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts
Notes - Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Fluency in English( Oral and written) and French is an advantageous
- This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
- This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
- IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.