Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Protection Unit (PXU) and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Associate (PXU- ย Jaffna); and in coordination with the National Project Officer (PXU) and the National Social Cohesion and Reconciliation Officer (SCR) the Project Assistantย will provide general support in the implementation of programmatic activitiesย focusing on peacebuilding, resettlement/reintegration, land-related interventions in post-conflict contexts, and community stabilization,ย in line with IOM policies and procedures.ย
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activitiesย related to peacebuilding, resettlement/reintegration, community stabilization, social cohesion and reconciliation.ย
- Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific project topics.
- Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.ย ย
- Support administrative coordination of project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties (including government and non-government stakeholders, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), implementing partners, UN entities) to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
- Draft status reports, assist in undertaking surveys,ย maintain beneficiary assistance files, databases andย identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.ย
- Assist in psychosocial support activities, by handling logistical arrangements, preparing materials, maintaining participants lists, and helping to facilitate referrals for conflict-affected community members.
- Assist in the implementation of reintegration assistance and community-level infrastructure activities by preparing basic documentation, handling logistics, and following up on delivery of materials and services.
- Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation.ย
- Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.ย
- Undertake field visits especially within the Northern and Eastern provinces and assist in monitoring project activities.
- Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
- Perform other related duties as assigned. Education
- High school diploma with four years of relevant professional experience; or,
- Bachelorโs degree in development, peace and conflict studies, international relations, Social Sciences, law or related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of professional experience Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. ย Experience
- Experience in providing administrative or operational support to the implementation of projects in areas such as reintegration / resettlement, beneficiary assistance, community stabilization, social cohesion and reconciliation/ peace building.
- Experience in assisting with field activities, data collection, or beneficiary support, preferably with UN agencies, international organizations, and NGOs.
- Experience working with local communities or supporting psychosocial or community-based initiatives will be an advantage. Skills
- Good organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and compile information clearly and systematically.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). Languages
For this position, Fluency inย Englishย andย Tamilย is required (oral and written). IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. ย Required Competencies ย IOMโs competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. 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.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.