Expedited SVN -Project Associate (Livelihoods and Climate Mitigation) -Skills at International Organization for Migration - IOM

Job Description

• Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Expected Outcomes

• Strengthened economic resilience and self-reliance within target communities.
• Expanded involvement of beneficiaries in income-generating activities. 
• Fostered partnerships and coordination with local organizations and government bodies.

Responsibilities

• Project Implementation and Resource Management: implement livelihood projects in line with organizational goals and community needs. Monitor and evaluate project progress, ensuring timely and effective delivery of activities. Prepare regular reports on project status, challenges, and achievements. Manage project resources, including budget, materials, and personnel. Monitor efficient and transparent use of resources in accordance with organizational policies.
• Community Engagement and Capacity Building: conduct community assessments to identify livelihood needs and opportunities. Facilitate training sessions and workshops for beneficiaries on various livelihood skills. Collaborate with local partners and government agencies to enhance community participation and ownership.
• Coordination and Collaboration: coordinate with other departments and stakeholders to integrate livelihood activities into broader development initiatives.
• Participate in meetings and forums related to livelihood, economic development, climate change and environmental management.
• Perform any other general administrative duties assigned by the managers.

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma with five years of related experience or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Climate Studies, Natural Resource Management, or a related field with three years of related experience

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in livelihood programming or community development.
• Strong understanding of livelihood strategies and economic development principles

Skills

• Good, communication, reporting and negotiation skills;
• Excellent monitoring skill; Managerial Skill; Organizational Skill; Accuracy. 
• Ability to work with limited supervision. 
• Ability to multi-task and delivers on set objectives and timelines in hardship situations;
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and data analysis.