Expedited SVN- Project Assistant – Community Engagement and Risk Communication at International Organization for Migration - IOM

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of Community Engagement and Risk Communication project activities. 
• Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific project topics.
• Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.   
• Support administrative coordination of Community Engagement and Risk Communication project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
• Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor. 
• Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation. 
• Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions. 
• Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social and Behavioural Sciences, Environmental Science, Education, International Relations, Development Studies, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 

Skills

• Knowledge of designing and implementing hygiene promotion and RCCE behaviour‑change activities using participatory WASH methodologies such as PHAST, CHAST, and CLTS.
• Ability to apply diverse communication approaches—including drama, community dialogue, radio, mass communication, and culturally adapted IEC tools—to effectively engage communities and promote key hygiene practices.
• Ability to use digital data collection tools such as Kobo, ODK, and SurveyCTO for assessments, monitoring, and reporting.
• Ability to conduct and contribute to WASH‑related assessments (KAP, PDM, field assessments) and use findings to improve hygiene promotion interventions. 
• Ability to supervise and guide Hygiene Promoters, Community Mobilizers, and Outreach Workers, ensuring quality delivery of key public health messages.
• Ability to organize capacity building and to coordinate with local authorities, community leaders, humanitarian actors, and partners to harmonize hygiene promotion and RCCE activities.
• Ability to train, coach, and provide ongoing technical guidance to community hygiene committees, volunteers, and outreach groups on hygiene promotion, community engagement, risk communication, and participatory monitoring.
• Ability to monitor committee performance, ensure adherence to agreed standards, support problem-solving, document achievements and gaps, and strengthen committees’ capacity to mobilize communities and respond to evolving WASH/health risks.
• Ability to support the development and use of culturally appropriate IEC materials and assist procurement/logistics units in acquiring relevant items.
• Ability to monitor hygiene promotion activities, track progress, and recommend improvements to enhance public health outcomes.
• Ability to integrate cross‑cutting themes (AAP, GBV, environment) into hygiene promotion and RCCE programming.
• Strong skills in communication, organization, and team leadership, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Good level of computer literacy; personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results. 
• Knowledge of SAP is an advantage;