Senior Project Associate (PRD)

Position details

• Vacancy type: Special Vacancy Notice
• Recruiting type: General Service
• Contract type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
• Initial contract duration: 6
• Office or unit: Country Office
• Location: Farchana, Chad
• Application deadline: 2026-11-26T23:55:00+00:00

Context

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

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes in Chad, the technical supervision of the Programme Officer (Peace & Recovery) and under the direct supervision of the Head of Office in Farchana and in collaboration with relevant units, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supporting the implementation and development of Community Stabilization, resilience and peacebuilding interventions in Chad.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of projects activities. 

2. Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on Peacebuilding, Community Stabilization and Resilience, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.

3. Monitor budget implementation and propose adjustments as necessary.   

4. 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.

5. Draft status reports; identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures. 

6. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation.

7. Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops.

8. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.

9. 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. 

10. Monitor work of implementing partners and report any non-compliance to the supervisor.

11. Provide inputs for the development of Durable Solutions, Community Stabilization and concept papers and provide general support for the development of new projects. 

12. Provides guidance/training and assist in coordinating and monitoring work of other staff in the unit; may supervise other staff as assigned. 

13. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Diploma/Certificate 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 in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 

Skills

•  

• Excellent command of MS Office (Excel, Access, Outlook, Word) and experience with online applications.
• Ability to analyse complex data and propose practical solutions.
• Proven ability to manage tasks and projects with attention to detail.
• Strong self-motivation, ability to work to work without direct supervision and to meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent organisational management and clear, concise communication

  Languages 

• REQUIRED

  French oral and written 

• DESIRABLE

  Working knowledge of English; other local languages.