JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

IOM, UN Migration Agency in Lima, Peru is looking for a Project Support Officer who will be responsible for providing support to the KOICA-funded project.

Key Responsibilities

1. Under the close supervision of the Project Officer, and in close collaboration with the Migration Management Unit and Sub-office associates provide daily technical and operational support to the implementation of the KOICA-funded project, ensuring effective backstopping and coordination.
2. Assist in the collection, maintenance, and analysis of project indicator data through designated platforms and monitoring tools, in close coordination with the Programme Support Unit (PSU); support monitoring and evaluation exercises and ensure key highlights are shared with the Project Officer.
3. Liaise with implementing partners (NGOs, government institutions, private sector, etc.) to ensure timely delivery of activities.
4. Coordinate and organize follow-up meetings with IOM and/or KOICA teams at technical level to support implementation of the project’s activities, in coordination with the Project Officer.
5. Prepare draft progress reports, donor reports, meeting minutes and briefing notes for internal and external reporting.
6. Support the design and drafting of project proposals in close coordination with programme units and relevant stakeholders, ensuring coherence with donor priorities, IOM strategies plan and national plans.
7. Compile and systematize data and information to support communication and outreach activities, in close collaboration with the Communications team.
9. Identify, map, and facilitate engagement with potential funding sources (bilateral, multilateral, private sector, foundations) to diversify IOM’s resource base in coordination with PSU.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree in international relations, Political or Social Sciences, Development studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or
• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience

Experience:

• Experience in project management development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation is required;
• Experience in drafting proposals, donor reports or partnership brief is required;
• Work experience with UN and International Agencies, international or local NOGs is advantage; and,
• Experience in communication, visibility, and outreach activities is advantage;

Skills:

• Familiarity with donor-funded project cycles, particularly KOICA or other bilateral donors, is desirable;
• Strong organizational and coordination abilities, with attention to detail;
• Sound writing, communication and negotiation skills;
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management systems;
• Excellent organization skills, analytical and creative thinking; and,
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in multi-cultural teams.

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English and working knowledge of Spanish (oral and written). Working knowledge in Korean is highly desirable, working knowledge in Spanish is desirable, and working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, and Russian) is an advantage

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.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize 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 Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators – Level 2

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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