Description
IOM is seeking a Programme Associate – Livelihoods to support the implementation of livelihoods project activities in Aleppo, Syrian Arab Republic.
The Programme Associate – Livelihoods will work under the overall supervision of the Program Officer (Durable Solutions) and direct supervision of the National Officer (Livelihoods).
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of livelihoods project activities
- Compiling, summarizing, analyzing, and presenting information/data on specific project topics
- Monitoring budget implementation and proposing adjustments as necessary
- Acting as a focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation
- Drafting status reports and identifying shortfalls
- Organizing meetings, workshops, and training sessions
- Providing inputs for the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and concept papers
- Monitoring and analyzing programme achievements
- Coordinating with field staff and the Information Management (IM) unit to validate beneficiary data
- Contributing to the implementation of field team activities
The ideal candidate will have:
- A bachelor's degree in social sciences, economics, business management, or a related field
- Four years of relevant professional experience
- Experience in designing and implementing livelihoods interventions targeting vulnerable populations
- Strong technical knowledge of livelihoods programming
- Familiarity with the Syrian labor market and informal economy
- Proven ability to support the development of business support services
- Knowledge of donor regulations and livelihoods frameworks
- Ability to coordinate with technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions
- Solid understanding of conflict sensitivity, protection, and gender mainstreaming in economic recovery programming
- Fluency in Arabic and English
IOM offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.