Senior Project Associate

IOM - UN Migration; Çankaya; On-site; TRY 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

International Organization for Migration (IOM) invites applicants for a project coordination role focused on migration-related initiatives in Türkiye. You will support planning, execution and monitoring of activities, liaise with authorities and partners, and prepare reports and briefing materials for senior management.

The position requires experience with government and international agencies, understanding of migration issues, and fluency in English; Turkish language skills are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Six years of relevant experience with a school diploma.
• Four years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience liaising with government authorities and UN agencies; working with migrants and refugees is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities.
• Summarize and analyze information on project topics for stakeholders.
• Monitor budget implementation and propose adjustments as necessary.
• Coordinate with diverse units and external partners to initiate requests and obtain clearances.
• Lead M&E activities and compile project tracking tools and reports.
• Draft status reports and prepare briefing notes, graphics and statistical tables.
• Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; deliver capacity-building workshops.

Skills

Migration knowledge

UN/Donor programming

Financial rules

Education

School diploma + six years experience

Bachelor’s degree in political/social sciences or related field

Job description

Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal‑equivalent candidates are considered as first‑tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Turkiye hosts the largest refugee population in the world, with over 4.6 million foreign nationals living in the country, including approximately 3.2 million Syrians under Temporary Protection (SuTPs) and around 300,000 Persons under International Protection (PuIPs). Given the considerable size and diversity of the migrant and refugee population, providing means for their social and economic integration is a very challenging process for both national and local authorities. Türkiye was also hit by a series of debilitating earthquakes in February 2023, which caused widespread displacement, damage and disruption in 11 provinces that already hosted half of the SuTPs and PuIPs in the country. The disaster affected the local labour market dynamics, skills needs and social cohesion in the region.

In response to the challenges, the “Promoting Sustainable and Socially Inclusive Labour Market Integration” project aims to increase formal employment of SuTPs, PuIPs and host community members and strengthen the harmonization process in Türkiye. The project will be implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MoLSS), the Social Security Institution (SSI) and the Presidency of Migration Management (PMM) of the Ministry of Interior.

The project will propose a two‑prong approach that will ensure that targeted populations have improved levels of employability and are better integrated in their host communities. This will be done by strengthening the institutional capacities at the national and provincial level for delivering efficient employability and integration services for the targeted populations. The project will also promote respect for all groups, without distinction of race, gender, religion, colour, national origin, marital status, age, and physical disability, and pay special attention to the needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged groups, such as women, youth, and persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities.
• Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
• Monitor budget implementation and propose adjustments as necessary.
• Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow‑up on administrative actions, etc.
• Act as focal point for M&E activities and responsible for compiling the project tracking tools and reports.
• Draft status reports: identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures.
• Draft correspondence on LMI project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation.
• Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops.
• Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
• Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non‑governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
• Monitor work of implementing partners and report any non‑compliance to the supervisor.
• Provide inputs for the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP) and concept papers and provide general support for the development of new projects.
• Provides guidance/training and assist in coordinating and monitoring work of other staff in the unit; may supervise other staff as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• School diploma with six years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non‑governmental organizations.
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non‑government or government institutions/organization, UN in a multi‑cultural setting is an advantage.
• Experience in managing projects in migration management area, particularly on the topics of labour migration, employment as well as entrepreneurship.
• Good knowledge of IOM regulatory framework incl. administrative and financial rules, procedures, and processes.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, f luency in English & Turkish is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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

• 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

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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.

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