VN-2025-10 Senior Project Associate (Social Inclusion & Integration)

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.
  Context
  Under the direct supervision of the Head of Programmes and in coordination with relevant units at the Regional Office (RO) and Headquarters (HQ), the Senior Project Associate (Social Inclusion & Integration) will be responsible for managing and implementing IOM Hungary’s social inclusion and integration programmes. The incumbent will oversee programme implementation, stakeholder coordination, and ensure compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements to promote the socio-economic integration of migrants, refugees, and other vulnerable populations.  

1. Independently lead and coordinate the implementation of projects in the thematic areas related to Social Inclusion and Integration; monitor implementation of the activities to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans; analyse implementation difficulties and make recommendations for adjusting implementation modalities and work plans to best reflect changing environment on the field. 
    
2. Regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyse and present information/data on national, regional and international developments, reports, legislation and other relevant documentation, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
    
3. Monitor budget expenditures; verify availability of funds and maintain a proper record of approved project budgets and their revisions.
    
4. Coordinate and monitor the financial, administrative and technical aspects of projects in line with IOM policies and donor requirements.
    
5. Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building workshops for relevant internal and external parties.  
    
6. Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project. 
    
7. Coordinate the preparation of correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial reports; ensure status reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner. 
    
8. Identify and document good practices and lessons learned; contribute to the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers and support the development of new projects.
    
9. Supervise and provide guidance and training to reporting staff. 
    
10. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education
    • School diploma with seven 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 five years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
      • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; 
      • Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
      • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. Skills
        • Strong knowledge of social inclusion and integration, human rights, and migration governance.
        • Ability to develop and manage social inclusion and integration projects, including financial oversight.
        • Excellent communication and negotiation skills for stakeholder engagement.
        • Experience in developing training curricula and conducting capacity-building sessions.
        • Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Languages
          • For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written)
          • Fluent Hungarian is a distinct advantage. 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 (Level 2)
12. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.