Project Assistant

[Erbil,Iraq ]

Context/Reporting line:
Under the overall supervision of the Migration Governance Programme Officer AVRR and the direct supervision of the Team Leader in KRI, the incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the AVRR activities of the mission.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Provide return counselling services and information provision on Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) to migrants in Erbil governorate, Iraq, including reintegration options in the country of origin.
2. Assist the beneficiaries according to the selected services by using the appropriate tool and methods, i.e., business plan, on the job training, job placement and vocational training.
3. Update on-line tools used by IOM Iraq to track “live” the status of implementation of each case, such as the IOM Iraq Portal and MiMOSA.
4. Conduct field visits to the beneficiaries’ locations to validate the business plans.
5. Track the beneficiaries list on daily basis and update the beneficiaries’ files of Erbil office.
6. Maintain updated the list of services providers, suppliers, and micro credit institutions in Erbil governorate.
7. Procure and perform logistic activities through IOM Iraq portal to purchase items and/or prepare PVs for the beneficiaries according to the IOM standard procedures and methods.
8. Perform delivery services including in Kind Grants and Cash support to the beneficiaries according to the IOM methods and financial procedures.
9. Take part in trainings or refreshment courses organized by the IOM Iraq mission or by external partners on the above-mentioned areas.
10. Assist the KRI Team Leader and head of Operations in administrative and financial issues related to the AVRR beneficiaries.
11. Perform other required duties assigned by the direct supervisor and head of Operations.

Context/Reporting line:
Under the overall supervision of the Migration Governance Programme Officer AVRR and the direct supervision of the Team Leader in KRI, the incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the AVRR activities of the mission.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Provide return counselling services and information provision on Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) to migrants in Erbil governorate, Iraq, including reintegration options in the country of origin.
2. Assist the beneficiaries according to the selected services by using the appropriate tool and methods, i.e., business plan, on the job training, job placement and vocational training.
3. Update on-line tools used by IOM Iraq to track “live” the status of implementation of each case, such as the IOM Iraq Portal and MiMOSA.
4. Conduct field visits to the beneficiaries’ locations to validate the business plans.
5. Track the beneficiaries list on daily basis and update the beneficiaries’ files of Erbil office.
6. Maintain updated the list of services providers, suppliers, and micro credit institutions in Erbil governorate.
7. Procure and perform logistic activities through IOM Iraq portal to purchase items and/or prepare PVs for the beneficiaries according to the IOM standard procedures and methods.
8. Perform delivery services including in Kind Grants and Cash support to the beneficiaries according to the IOM methods and financial procedures.
9. Take part in trainings or refreshment courses organized by the IOM Iraq mission or by external partners on the above-mentioned areas.
10. Assist the KRI Team Leader and head of Operations in administrative and financial issues related to the AVRR beneficiaries.
11. Perform other required duties assigned by the direct supervisor and head of Operations.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged, as well as the internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, the internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
• Bachelor’s degree in Humanitarian, Business and Administration or any other related field from an accredited academic university or institute.

Experience and Skills:
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Experience in an international, humanitarian/development organization an advantage.
• Previous experience in providing assistance to individuals and/or families.
• Experience working with migrants and/or refugees desirable.
• Experience working within a multi-cultural environment desirable.

Languages:
• Fluency in English, Kurdish and Arabic is required.

Behavioral Competencies
• Work prioritization and ability to multitask.
• Shares knowledge and experience.
• Positive, constructive attitude.
• Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a minimum of comfort.
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
• Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.
• Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.
• Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.
• Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

IOM IN/234 – Policy and Procedures for Preventing and Responding to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
IOM has a policy of zero tolerance of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) by IOM staff members and the employees or any other persons engaged and controlled by IOM Contractors. The staff members and all contract type holders shall protect against and prevent sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified Internal applicants.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:

https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20211025122246/FH0yaRCvtp8WEKLTdGNZMf3xA

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.