Operations Assistant

IOM; Bern; Vor Ort; CHF 55.000 - 83.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Bern, Switzerland is seeking an Operations Assistant for a 60-80% part-time role under the Chief of Mission and Senior Project Officer. The position focuses on Counter-Trafficking AVRR projects, managing activities, coordinating with partners, and ensuring project objectives are met.

The role requires meticulous project management, reporting, donor liaison, and support for reintegration activities, with duties spanning meetings, training,

Qualifikationen

• Education requirements include a university degree in International Administration/Relations or related field, with two years of relevant experience.
• Alternatively, a secondary school certificate with five years of relevant experience is acceptable.
• Experience in combating human trafficking and liaising with authorities and NGOs is required.

Aufgaben

• Manage and implement the CT AVRR project for victims of trafficking.
• Develop project documents and budgets and seek donor support.
• Coordinate with IOM missions and Swiss counterparts and prepare reports.
• Provide return-related information to authorities and NGOs; support reintegration.
• Organize meetings, assist in fundraising, and contribute to awareness activities.
• Draft documents, prepare presentations, and support communication strategies.

Kenntnisse

Migration issues

Counter-trafficking

Presentation skills

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Communication campaigns

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Intl Relations

Secondary certificate + experience

Jobbeschreibung

Organizational context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Bern, Switzerland, seeks an Operations Assistant for a part-time role (60-80%). This position operates under the Chief of Mission and Senior Project Officer, focusing on Counter-Trafficking Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration projects. The role involves managing and implementing specific project activities and supporting broader counter-trafficking initiatives.

Job purpose

The Operations Assistant will manage and implement the Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) project for victims of trafficking, including prevention activities. This role is crucial for supporting victims through their return and reintegration processes, coordinating with national and international partners, and ensuring project objectives are met. The position contributes to IOM's mandate of promoting safe, orderly, and regular migration, with a specific focus on combating human trafficking and protecting vulnerable individuals. The role requires meticulous project management, operational support, and effective communication to achieve successful outcomes for beneficiaries and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include managing the CT AVRR project, developing project documents and budgets, seeking donor support, overseeing implementation, and conducting financial and narrative reporting. The role involves providing return-relevant information to Swiss authorities and NGOs, facilitating operational return assistance in collaboration with IOM missions and Swiss counterparts, and coordinating reintegration assistance. Processing beneficiary files, data entry, and archiving are essential. The Operations Assistant will organize and participate in partner meetings, support training sessions, and assist in fundraising and implementing counter-trafficking awareness activities. This includes administrative support, drafting documents, compiling materials, contacting partners, and preparing presentations. The role also involves contributing to communication strategies, drafting social media posts, press releases, and responding to media requests, as well as representing IOM in relevant meetings and undertaking duty travel.

Education

A University degree (Bachelors) in International Administration/Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field with two years of relevant professional experience is required. Alternatively, a Secondary School Certificate in the same fields with five years of relevant professional experience is acceptable.

Work experience

Required experience includes working in combating human trafficking, communication, or prevention campaigns. Candidates should possess knowledge of counter-trafficking efforts and support for vulnerable migrants. Proven experience in liaising with governmental authorities at national and cantonal levels, NGOs, and various stakeholders is essential, along with experience in organizing events.

Skills

Essential skills include knowledge of migration issues in Switzerland, understanding of counter-trafficking and support for vulnerable migrants, and experience in communication or prevention campaigns. Proficiency in liaising with diverse stakeholders (government, civil society, diplomatic missions) is crucial. Sound knowledge of the project cycle and presentation skills are also required.

Required languages

English, French, German

Desired languages

Italian