SVN 20-06-26 Project Associate-No Nation Fashion

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SVN 20-06-26

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration  Under the overall supervison of the IOM Deputy Chief of Mission (DCOM) and the direct supervision of the IOM BiH Social Cohesion Pillar Head, and in collaboration with other relevant units at IOM BiH, Regional Office Vienna, and HQ Geneva, the Project Associate – No Nation Fashion, will be responsible for the project implementation, compliance, budget monitoring, reporting, and overall successful implementation of No Nation Fashion activities in BiH. 

IOM Bosnia and Herzegovina (IOM BiH) has been supporting the response to mixed migration flows since 2018. To create dignified and meaningful opportunities for people on the move, IOM works with donors and community partners to ensure that temporary reception centres (TRCs) offer a space for innovation, skill building, and meaningful interaction with the society. In recent years, three Fashion Studios have been established for people on the move to express their creativity, use and improve their sewing and tailoring skills, exchange ideas with local artists and communities, and collaborate with the private sector. The items produced in the Fashion Studios include masks, bags, beddings, sheets, decorative items, and fashion garments mixing European, African and Asian traditions.

In December 2021, IOM BiH launched the No Nation Fashion (NNF) brand during The Story About Us Fashion Show to promote sustainable social inclusion. This initiative contributes to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which recognizes that migration is a powerful driver of sustainable development and brings significant benefits in the form of skills, strengthening the labour market, investment and cultural diversity, and contributes to improving the lives of communities through improvement of entrepreneurship, building of social and business networks, and the transfer of skills and financial resources. Within the Sustainable Development Goals, goal 12 is striving to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns, which is also a focus of the NNF. The Fashion Studios specifically contribute to this goal by creating items using recycled, upcycled, and donated materials from private sector garment companies, utilizing dead stock or leftover fabric that would otherwise go to waste. 

IOM BiH is implementing the current No Nation Fashion (NNF) initiative through the Swedish-funded  “Translating the Sustainable Development Goals Framework in BiH into sustainable and inclusive growth” from May 2025 – February 2026. Through this project, IOM No Nation Fashion will be continuing its existing operations in BiH, expanding visibility and sales, and engaging more migrants and host communities. Through this IOM NNF will be opening a showroom and online sales, showcasing products and the brand at international and national exhibitions, and engaging with other IOM country offices in expanding the brand and making it sustainable through private sector investments and partnerships. 

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities. 
2. Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3. Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information. 
4. Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
6. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, presentations and other forms of documentation. 
7. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; 
8. Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project. 
9. Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
10. Represent IOM and No Nation Fashion at various international and national events. 
11. Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff. 
12. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education
    • School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
    • Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
      • Experience managing projects, tracking activities, budgets, burnrates, and keeping projects on track for successful implementation. 
      • Experience in liaising with national/international institutions, private sector organizations, and non-governmental organizations;
      • Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other people in vulnerable situations; 
      • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage;
      • Prior experience working on innovative initiatives in development, sustainable consumerism, private sector engagement, and/or fashion is an asset.  Skills
        • Knowledge of UN compliance, financial monitoring and reporting, and reporting.
        • Creative problem-solving, ability to work with a diverse set of people,
        • Can-do attitude, commitment to innovation and sustainability in development. Languages

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

          DESIRABLE

          Knowledge of Dari, Farsi, Arabic, or another language spoken by migrants in BiH is a plus. 

          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.
13. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.