Project Assistant - Health

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) was established in 1951 and is a Related Organization of the United Nations. It is the leading UN agency in the field of migration, working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. IOM's mission includes saving lives and protecting people on the move, driving solutions to displacement, and facilitating pathways for regular migration. The organization provides services and advice to governments and migrants, and is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. IOM operates in numerous countries around the world, engaging with diverse populations and addressing various migration-related challenges. The organization emphasizes the importance of creating an environment that harnesses the full potential of migration and strengthens its support to people on the move.

Job Overview:
The Project Assistant will work under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Angola and the direct supervision of the Head of Programs. This role involves the implementation of public health activities, particularly focusing on the project titled 'Iron Women: Safe Roads, Safe Lives,' which addresses the sexual and reproductive health of women truck drivers. The Project Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the implementation and monitoring of project activities, compiling and summarizing data on specific project topics, and ensuring the effective management of project budgets. This position requires collaboration with various organizational units and external parties to facilitate project implementation and administrative coordination. The Project Assistant will also be involved in drafting reports, organizing meetings and training sessions, and responding to information requests, thereby playing a crucial role in the successful execution of the project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities related to public health.
• Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific project topics.
• Monitor project budgets, verify the availability of funds, obtain necessary approvals, and update budget-related information.
• Support administrative coordination of project implementation, liaising with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, and process administrative actions.
• Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations, and other documentation.
• Organize meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
• Organize and participate in field visits in the provinces.
• Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records. 1
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a 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, along with two years of relevant professional experience. Alternatively, candidates with a school diploma and four years of relevant professional experience will also be considered. Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Candidates should have experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies, and non-governmental organizations, as well as experience working on public health projects and with vulnerable groups such as migrants and refugees. Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations or in a multi-cultural setting is advantageous.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as political or social sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, or a related area from an accredited institution. Candidates with a school diploma may qualify if they have sufficient relevant professional experience, specifically four years.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have at least two years of relevant professional experience if they hold a Bachelor’s degree, or four years if they possess a school diploma. Experience should include working with governmental authorities, international institutions, UN agencies, and NGOs, particularly in the context of public health projects and with vulnerable populations such as migrants and refugees. Familiarity with the operations of international humanitarian organizations is also beneficial.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Portuguese is required for this position, both oral and written. All IOM staff members must be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages, which include English, French, and Spanish. Proficiency in the required languages will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Additional Notes:
The job posting does not specify a deadline for applications, but it is noted that late applications will not be accepted. The selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations, and recommended candidates will remain eligible for appointment in similar positions for a period of 24 months. Appointment is subject to certification of medical fitness, accreditation, residency or visa requirements, and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security clearances. IOM maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding conduct incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including issues such as sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, and discrimination. IOM does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and only accepts applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system.