Description
IOM is seeking a Project Associate to support the implementation of a project aimed at strengthening social cohesion, resilience, and reintegration of returnees in North Kivu and South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Project Manager and Head of the Stabilization Unit to achieve project objectives. Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the implementation and monitoring of project activities
- Retrieving, compiling, summarizing, analyzing, and presenting information/data on specific project topics
- Monitoring budget and verifying availability of funds
- Acting as a focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation
- Drafting status reports, identifying shortfalls, and suggesting remedial actions
- Preparing and updating reports, briefing notes, and other documentation
- Responding to complex information requests and inquiries
- Participating in meetings and conferences with local authorities, partners, and stakeholders
- Assisting in monitoring the work of Implementing Partners and reporting non-compliances
- Providing guidance and training to new/junior staff
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law, International Relations, Humanities, and/or Development or a related field
- Three years of relevant professional experience (or five years with a high school diploma)
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, and non-governmental organizations
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, and other vulnerable groups
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming, financial rules and regulations, and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)
- Fluency in French (oral and written) and working knowledge of English desirable
Contract Details:
- Fixed-term contract for one year with the possibility of extension
- Grade G-5
- Based in Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo