Senior Assistant for Labor Inclusion and Professional Development

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.
  Context

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental partners. With 175 Member States, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM, the UN Migration Agency, 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. Brazil is a Member State of IOM since 2004.

In Brazil, IOM works to promote the sustainable socioeconomic integration of migrants and refugees by strengthening institutional partnerships and supporting initiatives that generate lasting opportunities. It also contributes to humanitarian responses, ensures access to rights and basic services, and fosters innovative solutions to address the challenges of human mobility.

In this context, IOM Brazil seeks to expand strategies focused on professional development and labor market integration, recognizing the importance of inclusive practices and equitable access to employment opportunities. Partnerships with governments, the private sector, civil society, and institutions that promote diversity and inclusion are essential to building sustainable pathways for migrants, refugees, and local communities.

Under the overall supervision of Head of Programmes and in close coordination with the National Project Officer, the selected professional will support the articulation of partnerships, development of capacity-building methodologies, and delivery of trainings, mentoring sessions, and workshops. The professional will also be responsible for conducting needs assessments, supporting the creation of inclusive recruitment practices, and facilitating access to career development tools and opportunities for migrants and refugees. Additionally, the role includes supporting companies in implementing diversity and inclusion strategies and organizing professional development events that promote visibility and inclusion in the labor market.

1. Establish partnerships with companies, public institutions, and civil society organizations to promote training focused on ethical recruitment practices, diversity, and inclusion.[RC1] [CB2] 
2. Support companies in implementing best practices for diversity and inclusion by providing recommendations for recruitment processes, talent retention, and the development of multicultural teams.
3. Design and conduct training needs assessments for both companies and migrants, identifying skill gaps, opportunities for improvement, and best practices for labor market integration.
4. Design and deliver trainings, workshops, and mentoring sessions on  professional conduct, socioemotional skills, career development, and interview behavior, targeting both migrants and Brazilian nationals.
5. Support the development of educational materials, guides, and digital content for professional development, using accessible language adapted to different educational levels, cultural contexts, and linguistic profiles.
6. Provide individual or group follow-up for migrants and professionals, offering technical support, career guidance, and monitoring the development of acquired skills.
7. Prepare periodic reports documenting activities carried out, systematizing results, and providing recommendations for improving future actions.
8. Assist in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of pilot projects and innovation initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities.
9. Updating and managing IOM’s global software for the mission, designed to record partnerships, contacts, and other relevant information to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.
10. Perform other work-related tasks, as required. Education
    • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, psychology, business administration, Economics, Communications, Public Relations, or related fields. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
      • Proven experience in planning and delivering trainings, workshops, and mentoring sessions focused on professional development, ethical recruitment, interview skills, career growth, and workplace integration.
      • Demonstrated experience in promoting inclusive practices within the private sector, with a focus on diversity, equity, and ethical recruitment.
      • Practical experience working with diverse and vulnerable populations, particularly migrants, refugees, and local communities, with an emphasis on enhancing employability and developing professional skills.
      • Proven ability to assess training needs, develop tailored capacity-building methodologies, and provide individual or group technical support to participants.
      • Strong skills in institutional coordination with public agencies, private companies, and civil society organizations, aimed at fostering support networks, strategic partnerships, and professional opportunities.
      • Solid experience in organizing professional development events, such as career fairs, networking sessions, and integration activities that promote visibility and inclusion in the labor market. Skills
        • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
        • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
        • Ability to produce compelling communication materials and presentations.
        • Ability to write, draft, and edit, reports, acknowledgements, briefings, and donor correspondence letters, proposals, grants and appeals.
        • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. Languages
          • For this position, fluency in Portugues and advanced English is required (oral and written). IOM’s 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.   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.
11. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
12. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.