Project Associate LMI
Assist in executing project activities and administrative tasks.
Overview
Assist in executing project activities and administrative tasks.
You have:
- 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.
Contract
This is a G-5 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-5 contracts.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Honduras and the National Program Officer and the direct supervision of the National Labour Mobility and Inclusion Officer, and in coordination with the all the units in the country, the Project Associate LMI will be responsible for assisting the unit in the execution of the activities of the projects in progress.
Qualifications
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
- Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
- Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
- 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.
- Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
- Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
- Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions;
- 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.
- Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
- Assist in tracking beneficiaries’ participation in training, entrepreneurship and income-generating activities.
Provide administrative and logistical support for the organization of workshops, meetings and field activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with project management in a migration context? | The interviewer wants to assess your direct experience and understanding of project management related to migration. | Discuss relevant projects you've managed, including specific roles and responsibilities. |
| How do you approach budget monitoring and ensuring funds are available? | This question evaluates your financial management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of a time you had to coordinate with multiple stakeholders for a project. How did you ensure effective communication? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to analyze and present project data? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenge you faced while implementing a project. How did you overcome it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you keep track of beneficiaries' participation in activities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have with drafting reports and correspondence on project issues? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share your experience in organizing workshops or training sessions? What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |