Deadline: 16 December, 2020

Location: Nouakchott, Mauritania

International Organisation for Migration (IOM) is seeking applications from eligible applicants for the post of Project Officer.

Established in 1951, IOM is a related organisation of the United Nations that works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners in promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.

Responsibilities

• In coordination with the project manager, coordinate the implementation of the integrated border management component by contributing to the oversight of the sufficient administrative and operational measures
• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of the operational, financial and administrative aspects of the integrated border management component, including the implementation of capacity building initiatives on border management
• Contribute to and monitor the proper utilisation of standard operating procedures, manuals, guidance notes, tools and methodologies in the implementation of project activities
• Compile regular project updates and assist the chief of mission in liaison with donors,,
  government and other stakeholders (documentation, presentation, analysis etc.) in relation to the project
• Undertake travel duties related to the project/programme assessment, monitoring or
  evaluation
• Assist in liaising with the donor representatives and governmental counterparts in order to facilitate regular communication and smooth implementation of the project activities
• Contribute to production of regular project narrative reports, briefings and background
  information requested by the government, donors and other entities
• Assist with the production of financial reports in accordance with project reporting requirements in coordination with the project manager
• Contribute to the development of new programmes and activities – in cooperation with United Nations (UN) organisations, civil society, media and public/private entities – in relation to both internal and international migration

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or university degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience
• Experience of working and communicating with local authorities is an advantage
• Experience in project development, public administration, implementation and evaluation, and/or programme management
• Familiarity with financial management of projects

To apply and for more information, click here.

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