Junior Project Assistant

The Migration and Development (M&D) Unit of the Coordination Office for the Mediterranean of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) carries out several initiatives to strengthen and facilitate the direct involvement of diasporas organizations in transnational development processes, namely through the A.MI.CO. Programme.

The aim is to enhance associations’ role in the social, economic and cultural growth of the countries they connect, in line with the 2030 Agenda and the Italian law on development cooperation (law 125/2014) where migrants associations are explicitly mentioned as actors of international cooperation.

Moreover, since 2018 a specific initiative targeting Mediterranean municipalities is carried out with the aim to promote transnational collaboration for the enhancement of migration as a development tool and for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The project aims at i) improving municipalities’ capacity to design and manage policies taking into consideration the migration component; and ii) integrating migration into municipalities’ policy planning processes and/or development plans.

In this framework, under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Support and Liaison and direct supervision of the Programme Assistant, the successful candidate will support the implementation of project activities related to the Italian Voluntary Contribution in the area of

M&D. In particular, he/she will act as a focal point for the projects related to diaspora engagement and mainstreaming migration.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

· Support the organization of outreach activities, trainings and workshops, including logistic and procurement aspects, targeting diaspora communities in Italy;

· Support the coordination and sharing of information with diasporas associations;

· Provide clerical assistance to activities addressing diasporas associations funded in the framework of the A.MI.CO. programme;

· Assist in the elaboration and dissemination of information and communication materials;

· Support the revision of M&D publications in line with IOM publication standards;

· Provide support in the day-to-day implementation of the Local Authorities initiative for mainstreaming migration;

· Provide clerical support to the M&D Unit for the fulfilment of administrative procedures and requirements;

· Travel on duty as may be required;

· Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

· Bachelor’s degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Law, International Cooperation or a related field from an accredited academic institution with one year of relevant professional experience.

Experience

· At least 1 year of experience at national or international level in the field of migration, with a focus on M&D, development cooperation, organizational development or capacity building;

· Professional experience in supporting projects implementation;

· Experience in writing reports in English;

· Experience in organizing trainings, events or workshops;

· Experience in project proposals review and evaluation;

· Experience in the field of international cooperation and diaspora engagement would be a distinctive advantage;

· Previous experience with IOM will be considered an advantage.

Skills

· In depth knowledge of Migration and Development related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;

· Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;

· Knowledge of IOM financial rules and regulations.

Languages

· Fluency in Italian, English and French is required (oral and written);

· Knowledge of Arabic and Spanish are considered an advantage.

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.

· Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

· Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

· 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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19.

This post is subject to local recruitment. Only persons holding a valid residence and work permit for Italy will be eligible for consideration.