Description

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• Effectively applies knowledge of Malaria transmission, testing and treatment and migration issues within organizational context;
• Correctly frames Malaria and migration issues within their regional, global, and political context;
• Effectively interfaces with government officials on matters related to substantive Malaria/migration issues and the work of the Organization;
• Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country or regional objectives.

• Completed university degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development, or Law
• Minimum four years' work experience either on project development, project management, project monitoring and evaluation relevant to migration
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• Computer/software literate, with strong knowledge in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and Excel.
• Report writing skills in English and Spanish is required.
• Having a good command of data collection and interviewing techniques will be an advantage.
• Experience as counsellor or training received to be a counsellor will be a distinct advantage.
• Be willing to undertake in-country travel related to the assignment.
• Experience (employed or voluntary) working with an Intergovernmental Organization or a Non-Profit organization/ Non-Governmental Organization will be an advantage.

• Provide technical inputs for the design and development of new project proposals and budgets in close coordination with the relevant units, including Resource Management;
• Collect and systematically organize and analyse existing information from migration studies and governmental sources dealing with migration;
• Draft concept notes/proposals with support from the different Thematic Officers and Project Managers;
• Verify that the development of projects is in line with donor profiles and donor priorities as well as IOM requirements, and follow up accordingly;
• Assist in developing approaches to expand the IOM donor base, including research and mapping of funding trends, priority, cycles and timelines.
• Participate in donor briefings, visits, conferences, workshops, UN theme groups, etc. as requested by the Chief of Mission;
• Undertake travel related to project needs assessment, liaison with counterparts, problem solving and new project development as requested;
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.