Senior Project Associate (Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement)

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. IOM's mission is to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, saving lives and protecting people on the move. The organization 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. The organization operates in numerous countries worldwide, focusing on various aspects of migration and humanitarian assistance, and aims to harness the full potential of migration to strengthen its support to people on the move.

Job Overview:
The Senior Project Associate (Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement) plays a crucial role in supporting IOM Netherlands' engagement with private sector partners and academic institutions. This position is under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in the Netherlands and the direct supervision of the Head of the ERCOM Unit. The associate will contribute to strengthening partnerships, enhancing visibility, and mobilizing resources for IOM's initiatives. The role involves promoting IOM's mandate and operational added value at the national level, ensuring alignment with relevant national and EU migration and asylum policy frameworks. The associate will be responsible for implementing private sector engagement activities, maintaining partnerships, identifying joint initiatives, and supporting outreach to political stakeholders. This position requires a proactive approach to managing relationships and facilitating collaboration between IOM and various stakeholders, including national authorities and private sector actors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of IOM Netherlands’ private sector engagement activities, including identification, outreach, and follow-up with corporate, foundation, and business partners.
• Assist in maintaining partnerships with private sector actors through the preparation of background notes, briefing materials, and engagement plans.
• Contribute to the identification of joint initiatives, pilot activities, and funding opportunities with private sector partners aligned with IOM’s mandate.
• Support the organization of private sector engagement activities, such as roundtables, networking events, donor briefings, and partnership meetings.
• Support IOM Netherlands’ institutional engagement with national counterparts active in the asylum and migration chain, including IND, DT&V, and COA.
• Support outreach, engagement, and information-sharing activities towards political stakeholders, including parliamentarians, political parties, and relevant parliamentary committees.
• Assist in maintaining regular liaison and structured dialogue with national authorities, contributing to the preparation of briefing notes and talking points for meetings.
• Support IOM’s engagement related to the implementation of national and EU migration and asylum policies, including aspects linked to the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and the EU Return Directive.
• Contribute to tracking and providing inputs on policy, legislative, and operational developments at national and EU levels that may impact IOM activities. 1
• Provide inputs to concept notes, project proposals, and amendments involving private sector or national institutional partners. 1
• Contribute to the development of communication and visibility materials highlighting IOM’s mandate and partnerships. 1
• Maintain stakeholder mapping, contact lists, and engagement tracking tools related to private sector and national institutional partners. 1
• Perform any other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a high school diploma with six years of relevant professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Economics, Development Studies, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience. Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Candidates should have experience working with private sector actors, foundations, donors, or business networks. Experience in partnership development, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, or innovative financing is considered an asset. Previous experience in an international, UN, or development/humanitarian organization is advantageous.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a high school diploma with significant professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, International Relations, Economics, Development Studies, Law, or a related area from an accredited institution. The degree must be from a recognized university listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database, ensuring that candidates have a solid academic foundation to support their professional responsibilities.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience if they hold a Bachelor’s degree, or six years if they possess only a high school diploma. Experience should include working with private sector actors, foundations, donors, or business networks. Additionally, candidates with experience in partnership development, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, or innovative financing will have an advantage. Previous work experience in an international, UN, or development/humanitarian organization is also beneficial, as it provides context and understanding of the operational environment in which IOM functions.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Dutch is required for this position, both oral and written. All IOM staff members are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages, which include English, French, and Spanish. The proficiency in the required languages will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments to ensure candidates can effectively communicate in the necessary languages for their role.

Additional Notes:
The job posting does not specify a deadline date for applications, which may indicate that candidates should apply as soon as possible. The position is likely to be full-time, and candidates may be recruited nationally or internationally. 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. Any offer made to the candidate is subject to funding confirmation, and candidates must be medically fit for appointment, meet residency or visa requirements, and pass security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security clearances. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and discrimination. IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process and only accepts applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system.