Project Assistant

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading intergovernmental organization dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. Established in 1951, IOM has grown to include 173 member states and operates in over 100 countries worldwide. The organization's mission is to ensure that migration is safe, orderly, and dignified, while also addressing the challenges faced by migrants and their communities. IOM works closely with governments, civil society, and other stakeholders to provide support and assistance to migrants, particularly those in vulnerable situations, such as forcibly returned individuals.

Job Overview:
The Project Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation and monitoring of a project aimed at assisting forcibly returned Brazilian citizens. This position requires a proactive individual who can work under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator in Brasília. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating with various stakeholders, including government entities, civil society partners, and academic institutions, to facilitate the development and evaluation of project activities. The role also involves providing administrative support, managing logistics for events, and ensuring the quality of informational materials produced by IOM. The Project Assistant will be integral in helping returnees reintegrate into society, ensuring their rights are respected and their vulnerabilities addressed.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Project Assistant include: assisting in the implementation and monitoring of project activities; providing support to the coordination of work with government, civil society partners, private sector entities, and academic institutions; identifying and tracking follow-up actions; supporting travel, data collection, and procurement actions; providing administrative support for meetings, workshops, seminars, and conferences; coordinating the reception and reintegration of forcibly returnees; developing and disseminating informational materials; editing, proofreading, and translating texts to ensure quality; planning, organizing, and managing logistics for various events and activities; and performing other work-related tasks as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a high school diploma with a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience, or a university degree in social sciences, political sciences, psychology, law, public policy, health, or a related field from an accredited institution with at least one year of experience. Additionally, experience in translation and revision of technical and business documents, technical writing, editing, reporting, and administrative activities is required. Previous experience in an operations unit at an international organization is considered an advantage, as is experience with project reporting.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a high school diploma or a university degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, political sciences, psychology, law, public policy, or health. The degree must be from an accredited academic institution, and candidates with a university degree should have at least one year of relevant experience, while those with a high school diploma should have a minimum of four years of professional experience in related areas.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience if they hold a high school diploma, or at least one year of experience if they possess a university degree. Experience in translation and revision of documents, technical writing, editing, reporting, and administrative processes is essential. Previous experience in an operations unit at an international organization is advantageous, as is familiarity with project reporting.

Languages:
The mandatory language requirement for this position is advanced proficiency in Portuguese. Additionally, proficiency in English and Spanish at an advanced level is considered advantageous, as it will facilitate communication with diverse stakeholders and enhance the effectiveness of project implementation.

Additional Notes:
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation, and candidates must be certified as medically fit for appointment. Additionally, candidates must meet any residency or visa requirements and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security clearances. The position may involve full-time work, and the specific contract duration has not been specified in the job posting.