Project Officer (UG)

Job Identification (Reference Number): 14664
Position Title: Project Offcer (UG)
Duty Station City: Bangkok
Duty Station Country: Thailand
Grade: P-UG
Contract Type: Short-term Ungraded (6 months with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Call for Application
Initial contract duration: Six months possibility of extension
Closing Date: 16 May 2025

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Organizational Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Thailand implements a range of national and regional projects aimed at addressing migration challenges and delivering increased protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants in partnership with government, civil society, and private sector counterparts. 

Through the Immigration Border Governance, Counter Trafficking and Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration programming, IOM Thailand implements national and regional projects aimed at addressing migration challenges and delivering assistance and enhancing the protection of vulnerable migrants in partnership with government, civil society, and private sector counterparts. IOM is implementing projects that provides protection support to the vulnerable migrants and victims of trafficking, policy strengthening and capacity building program as well as strengthen partnership and community engagements. 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Program Manager, and in coordination with the Policy and Programme Support Coordinator, the Project Officer will provide technical and administrative support to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Thailand in advancing migration policies, streamline protection approaches and enhance protection services of vulnerable migrants and victims of trafficking in Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar and Cambodia.

1. In close coordination with the Program Manager, support the day-to-day implementation of unit’s programme activities, including monitoring of budgets, progress against targets, and timely implementation of activities.
2. Support development and implementation of information and knowledge management processes for the IBG/CT/AVRR Unit by providing technical inputs and administrative guidance.  Liaise with the Migration Data and Research Unit (MDRU) for the data consolidation, creation of maps, reports, dashboards, analysis, and production of other IM products.
3. Draft regular, high quality programme updates, external reports, factsheets, case studies, project briefs and success stories as required, and ensure timely dissemination of products.
4. Ensure that projects are accurately reflected in PRIMA at all stages of the projects cycle. 
5. Provide technical inputs and information to support the Program Manager in developing new projects in close coordination with the Policy and Programme Support Unit (PPSU).
6. Draft timely and quality submissions of project reports in close coordination with the PPSU. 
7. In close coordination with M&E Officer, participate in the regular monitoring of the projects’ activities, results, budget, expenditures and risks, recommend corrective action as required and implement them in a timely manner. Contribute to the development of monitoring tools and help strengthen risk management and accountability mechanisms. 
8. Support the IBG/CT/AVRR unit and relevant units in organizing inter – agency meeting, sustaining coordination platforms and/or collective action with relevant regional, national, and local stakeholders, including governmental actors, UN agencies, non – government organizations and local representatives to respond to the needs of vulnerable migrants, stateless, victims of trafficking, and special at-risk groups. 
9. Support the Program Manager in coordinating with other IOM Offices to facilitate the effective implementation of regional projects. 
10. Support and organize project briefings on a regular basis and provide information on programme matters and on regional current affairs that may have an impact on the work of IOM. 
11. Undertake duty travels to support project activities and augment work force at the field level as maybe needed. 
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in in Development, Political or Social Sciences, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience. 

Experience

• Experience working in the development and humanitarian fields; 
• Experience in migration and development is highly desirable;
• Experience in data collection and analysis as well as knowledge management is highly desirable; and,
• Experience working with Government counterparts, UN agencies and/or non-governmental organizations is considered an asset.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Ability to holistically analyze diverse datasets; and,
• Demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. 

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, and Spanish) and/or Thai is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

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

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators No level
• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country and who do not have prior experience outside the duty station’s country as staff member in the Professional category cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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