Position Title : Project Officer
Duty Station : Djibouti, Djibouti
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 10 February 2022
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading
UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and
non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the
benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros;
Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana;
Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's
Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands;
Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau;
Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines;
Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The
Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:
Migratory movements from the Horn of Africa along the Eastern Route to Yemen has been
traditionally one of the world’s busiest routes, with numbers steadily rising over the last decade.
Djibouti’s strategic location on the banks of the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden makes it host to
some of the largest migration flows on the African continent. In particular, Djibouti is at the
center of complex, bi-directional migratory flows on the Eastern Route, used mostly by Ethiopian
nationals wishing to reach the Gulf States.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) and direct supervision of Head of
Program, the incumbent will be responsible for providing support and assistance for the
implementation of the program “Shelter and NFI support for migrants in Djibouti” funded by the
King Salman Humanitarian Aid & Relief Centre (KSR), with a specific focus on various phases
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including project implementation, coordination, monitoring, reporting, project development, and
resource mobilization.
Planned interventions will directly contribute to the overall goal of the Regional Migrant
Response Plan (MRP) for the Horn of Africa (Ethiopia, Somalia and Djibouti) and Yemen
(2021-2024) which seeks to ensure coordination and partnership enable more efficient use of
scarce resources and effective responses to address humanitarian and protection needs, risks
and vulnerabilities of migrants, and contribute to community stabilization and resilience in the
Horn of African and Yemen.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Under the supervision of the COM, assist in the management and the overall implementation
of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid & Relief programme in Djibouti in a timely manner, and
support its financial, administrative and technical implementation in compliance with IOM
policies and standards, as well as donor requirements
2. Support the development of workplans and ensure timely implementation, monitor project
progress, identify and document significant project events, decisions, deviations or problems
and recommend appropriate action to expedite the delivery of inputs according to the work plan.
3. Support coordination with MRP partners in close coordination with RO Nairobi and as per the
requirements established by the MRP.
4. Support strong partnerships with key government stakeholders, UN agencies, civil society
organizations and private sector entities.
5. Draft portions of required progress, donor and other project reports in coordination with RO
Nairobi and in alignment with KSA requirements and facilitate proper information exchange on
all operational aspects of the KSR program and in support of MRP information coordination and
reporting efforts.
6. Support the communication and visibility plans of the KSR program and MRP strategy.
7. Contribute to the development of new proposals in the area of migration management, with a
focus on activities related to migrant protection and assistance, by selecting and summarizing
background information, assessing needs and the local context for the planning, development
and administration of individual projects, and draft segments of project proposals in accordance
with IOM institutional guidelines, standards and best practices.
8. Work closely and collaboratively with internal and external colleagues, stakeholders and
partners to discuss operational and implementation issues, identify solutions and support
recommendations, either directly or indirectly.
9. Attend and participate in Steering Committee and other meetings, relevant seminars and
other events aimed at developing new projects and programmes and promoting IOM's image
and activities.
10. Undertake duty travel relating to project assessment, project implementation, monitoring,
and liaison with counterparts, and provide information and technical guidance with respect to
project management and internal procedures.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies,
International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two
years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Experience and in-depth knowledge in the field of migration issues, including operational and
field experience, IOM project development, and management;
• Experience in project development and/or management, with a preferred focus on protection
and assistance;
• Experience in liaising with national and international institutions and donors and knowledge of
UN and bilateral donor programming (preferably EU);
• Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably monitoring of multi country
programmes/project.
Skills
• Knowledge of IOM financial rules and regulations is an advantage;
• Excellent writing and communication skills and the ability to maintain effective working
relationships with project partners;
• Ability to interpret information and identify and analyse problems;
• Excellent report writing skills and level of computer literacy;
• Knowledge on East and Horn of Africa is an advantage.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in
English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French,
Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).
For all applicants, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working
knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 level 2
• 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.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the
ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling
environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and
communicates a clear strategic direction.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period
of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain
exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or
after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No
late applications will be accepted.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 10 February 2022 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 28.01.2022 to 10.02.2022
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview,
processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank
accounts.