Senior Project Associate (NFI)

Senior

Overview

Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities.

You have:

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Social Science, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or a related field with four years of relevant professional experience; or a High School diploma with six years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in shelter, reconstruction, housing rehabilitation, or Non-Food Items (NFI) distribution programmes.
• Experience supervising field activities and contractors.
• Experience conducting needs assessments, beneficiary identification and selection, and technical monitoring of programme interventions.
• Fluency in Spanish (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of English.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare technical and operational reports.
• Previous experience working with IOM, the UN, or other humanitarian organizations.
• Experience in preparing narrative and financial reports for donors, supporting donor reporting processes, proposal development, and project cycle management.
• Experience coordinating with implementing partners, local authorities, and community-based organizations.
• Experience using monitoring tools and information management systems.
• Knowledge of the Venezuelan context, particularly border areas and human mobility dynamics.

Contract

This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-6 contracts.

Position Title: ​​****Senior Project Associate (NFI)

Duty Station City: Caracas Duty Station Country: Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Grade: G-6 Contract Type: Special Short-Term Recruiting Type: General Service Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice Initial duration: until 31 december 2026

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

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, the following are considered

• First-tier candidates: Internal candidates.
• Second tier candidates include: All external candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the United Nations Migration Agency, is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non‑governmental partners. IOM promotes the orderly and humane management of migration, advances international cooperation on migration issues, supports practical solutions to emerging challenges, and provides humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including internally displaced person.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• ​​Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Social Science, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or,
• ​High School diploma with six years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in shelter, reconstruction, housing rehabilitation, or Non-Food Items (NFI) distribution programmes.
• Experience supervising field activities and contractors.
• Experience conducting needs assessments, beneficiary identification and selection, and technical monitoring of programme interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare technical and operational reports.
• Previous experience working with IOM, the United Nations, or other international humanitarian organizations, with a sound understanding of humanitarian principles, operational procedures, and coordination mechanisms.
• Experience contributing to the preparation of narrative and financial reports for donors, supporting donor reporting processes, proposal development, and project cycle management, while ensuring compliance with donor reporting requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Experience coordinating with implementing partners, local authorities, and community-based organizations to support the implementation of humanitarian programmes and ensure effective operational coordination.
• Experience using monitoring tools and information management systems, as well as knowledge of the Venezuelan context—particularly border areas and human mobility dynamics—to support project implementation and evidence-based decision-making.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

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

​Working knowledge of English.

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 five 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

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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 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.

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.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Responsibilities

1. ​​Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities.
2. ​Compile, summarise, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
3. ​Monitor budget implementation and propose adjustments as necessary.
4. ​Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organisational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. ​Draft status reports, identify shortfalls, escalate issues to the supervisor and suggest corrective measures to address delivery gaps.
6. ​Draft correspondence on project issues, prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation.
7. ​Organise meetings, workshops and training sessions, prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops.
8. ​Respond to complex information requests and inquiries. Set up and maintain files/records.
9. ​Participate in meetings and conferences. Maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation (UN) agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
10. ​Monitor work of implementing partners and report any non-compliance to the supervisor.
11. ​Provide inputs for the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP) and concept papers and provide general support for the development of new projects.
12. ​Provides guidance/training and assist in coordinating and monitoring work of other staff in the unit. May supervise other staff as assigned.
13. ​Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.​

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