Project Assistant, Shelter - NFI at International Organization for Migration - IOM

Context

• Besides forced displacement and deepening humanitarian needs that are predominant in Nigeria, States such as Anambra, Delta, Rivers, Cross River and Bayelsa, Adamawa, Gombe, Jigawa, parts of Kaduna, Kogi, Niger, and Benue also face extreme vulnerabilities as a result of hydro-meteorological hazards such as floods and drought, and the ever-increasing competition for resources.
• The impact of climate change is exacerbating local farmer-herder tensions as floods and droughts become increasingly regular and intense. 
• Since 2009, the insurgency in the Northeast involving several armed groups has resulted in widespread violence, displacement of over two (2) million people, and humanitarian crises, with significant social, economic, and political impacts on the affected communities and the country.
• The region has also faced environmental degradation, resource competition, and land use competition, further exacerbating tensions. According to IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), as of February 2023, Nigeria is currently hosting 3.57 million Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) due to armed conflicts and other drivers of displacement.
• The tensions between farmers and herders, exacerbated by the increasing issues of accessing water and land, are forcing the population in Southeast, North-central and Northwest into internal displacement. Malnutrition, and waterborne diseases, including cholera, continue to plaque mobile populations in fragile contexts.
• The nature and scale of forced displacement in the country present humanitarian and development challenges, that require innovative approaches and response mechanisms from IOM and other stakeholders.
• Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) or the Head of Office in Maiduguri, Nigeria and direct supervision of Programme Manager (Shelter and NFI), and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) at the Regional Office and relevant Divisions/ Departments/ Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Project Assistant - Shelter and Non-Food Items will be responsible and accountable for supporting and coordinating the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting activities of the shelter and settlement programming in Yobe State of Nigeria, both for emergency and transitional programs, including settlement planning, development and improvements.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Liaise closely with the Shelter and Settlements Programme Manager throughout the planning, design and implementation stages of the Shelter and Settlements projects.
• Monitor and expedite programme implementation of the Shelter and Settlements through project progress trackers, project monitoring tools, discussions and correspondence with project and technical staff, as well as with government authorities and project partners, and through field and project visits. 
• Support in reporting of Shelter and Settlements activities for both internal and external audience, ensure timely preparation and submissions of all project/ programme reports according to IOM and donor formats as required.
• Undertake duty travel to conduct regular field visits to project locations to ensure the implementation of Shelter and Settlements activities efficiently, effectively and with flexibility, and to resolve issues identified.
• In collaboration with technical shelter colleagues and other relevant program units, develop and follow up on implementation plans and monitor the execution of planned Shelter and Settlements activities, to be in line with project deliverables.
• Monitor the use of resources and delivery of Shelter and Settlements project targets and bring to the attention of the project manager delays, bottlenecks, quality, budget or procedural issues, etc., and make recommendations for corrective actions.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• University Degree in Architectrural Science, Engineering, Building and Construction, Social Science, or an equivalent combination of education, training & experience, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience:

• Experience with supervision roles for tasks of a similar nature to this assignment. 
• Proven experience in project management, budgeting and record keeping.
• Five years’ experience required, progressively responsible experience humanitarian assistance
• Ability to work under extreme pressure in difficult conditions while maintaining security awareness. 
• Experience in conflict/emergency zones and in working in a high-risk environment is preferred.
• Flexibility and focus on processes and their improvements. 

Skills:

• Experience with another international organization and knowledge of SAP is an advantage;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; • Ability to present clear and concise information; Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure;
• Good level of computer literacy; personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results

Languages:

• For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
• Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments

Application Closing Date
4th August, 2025