Project Assistant

Context/Reporting line:
Under the overall supervision of the National Operations Officer, the administrative supervision of the Head of
Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of the Senior Program Assistant, the successful incumbent will
perform the following duties:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Assist in the design and implementation of program activities, including support to IOM
Community Centers, Psychosocial and Social Cohesion Teams, Area Coordinators, infrastructure
constructions, capacity building and research activities.
2. Provide information and coordination on the program as requested and draft minutes of meetings,
reports (external and internal reports) and other written materials/documents related to the
programme deliverables.
3. Assist in the daily administrative tasks of the Unit, including development and standardization of
forms and templates (reports, questionnaires, surveys, profiles and, application, feedback and
interviewing and monitoring forms).
4. Coordinate off-site trainings, workshops, field visits and other program related activities in
term of logistical and operational support.
5. Liaise with other IOM staff members on administration, financial, logistics and operational matters
in support of programme activities.
6. Draft and translate correspondence and other materials from Arabic into English and viceversa,
as needed and assist with interpretation.
7. Organize and keep project files and documents according to an established filing system.
8. Ensure the implementation of IOM activities in a participatory, culturally- and gender-sensitive
manner.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education:
 Bachelor’s degree in Business, Administration, Social or Political Sciences from an accredited
academic university or institute.
Experience and Skills:
 At least 2 years of related work experience.
 Previous experiences in logistics and administration, and/or community stabilizations programs is an
advantage.
 Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people, including people of culturally
diverse backgrounds.
 Experience working in development or humanitarian programming (specifically in International or
National NGO/UN) is an asset.
 Reliable, efficient, high level of professionalism, and organizational skills.
 Good analytical skills for financial data, strong sense of details and accuracy.
 Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
 Adaptability and a willingness to take on various tasks, ability to work under pressure and to
assimilate information quickly.
Languages:
 Fluency in English, Kurdish and Arabic is required.
Behavioral Competencies
• Work prioritization and ability to multitask.
• Shares knowledge and experience.
• Positive, constructive attitude.
• Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a
minimum of comfort.
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
• Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.
• Highest standards of integrity, discretion, and loyalty.
• Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.
• Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the
prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified
Internal applicants.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:
https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20220203113148/9ktYUTv7h0POBRSyImw1dgDFC 
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.