Project Associate - Labour Mobility, Social Inclusion & Resettlement

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.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in the Netherlands and under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant LMI/Resettlement; the Project Associate will be responsible and accountable for supporting the management of the Unit’s projects.

This role will support the coordination and implementation of Labour Mobility, Social Inclusion and Resettlement projects in the Netherlands. The role includes project administration, stakeholder coordination, reporting, and operational support to ensure the effective delivery of migration-related activities

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

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

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organisations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organisations, non-government or government institutions/organisation in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
• Experience with project development is an advantage.

• Familiarity with Dutch asylum, migration and integration legislation, policies and their practical application;
• Working knowledge of Dutch and European migration law;
• Knowledge of migration issues and understanding of migration trends in the Netherlands, specifically on Labour Mobility, Social Inclusion, Resettlement and Family Reunification;
• Good writing skills;
• Good administrative and analytical skills.

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, fluency in English and Dutch is required (oral and written).

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

• Inclusion and respect for diversity
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  Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency
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  Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism
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  Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting…