Junior Project Assistant (MM / AVRR) at International Organization for Migration - IOM

SVN No.: CFC2021.07
Location: Lagos
Organizational Unit: Migration Management - Assisted Voluntary Return & Reintegration
IOM Classification: UG (G3) Equivalent
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term Ungraded 6 Months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Context
Working under the overall supervision of the Reintegration Officer, Migration Management and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant (MM/MPA), the successful candidate will contribute to the implementation of the AVRR Programme in Nigeria:

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day implementation of AVRR and any other related projects.
• Assist tracking of the implementation of case management related to reintegration assistance.
• Distribute travel and reintegration allowances to returning migrants, when necessary.
• Complete the beneficiary profile and needs assessment formats and codify and store information into a database.
• Review conditions of the reintegration plan as pertaining to the AVRR program and coordinate with resource management unit for the implementation.
• Document and file all beneficiaries’ data in a database and case record for reference and update it regularly.
• Support preparation and timely submission of monthly monitoring reports.
• Digitize and encode information into database and MiMoSa.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree / Certificate in related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training & experience, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 1 year of relevant experience or High School Diploma in the above fields with three years of relevant working experience
• Good knowledge of project development, administration and evaluation concepts and procedures is an advantage.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.
• Previous work experience in international organizations and companies would be an advantage, preferably within the United Nations or within the international humanitarian.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and working knowledge the local language.

Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies - behavioural indicators:

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other:

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• This is a national position and only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance will be considered.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.

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