Mouvement Support Associate

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.

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Organizational Context and Scope

Movement Operations have been and continue to be a fundamental pillar of the Organization’s work. The organized movement of persons in need of international migration assistance is a primary mandate of the Organization and a cornerstone of IOM’s operations. Movement Operations Units in various IOM Country Offices, coordinated under the Resettlement and Movement Management Unit in the Movement, Resettlement and Labour Pathways (MRLP) Division at IOM’s Headquarters, are responsible for all aspects of travel for migrants and refugees under IOM’s auspices, in accordance with the various framework agreements with resettlement and receiving Governments and partners across the spectrum of the Organization's programmes.
Under the general supervision of the Movement ,  the direct supervision of Migrant Protection Coordinator, the Movement Support Assistant, is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school diploma with 5 years of work experience; or 
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, International Relations, Regional Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 3 years of relevant work experience. 

Experience

• Prior Movement Operations, transportation-related and/or management experience is strongly preferred.
• Work experience in programs including movement operations component, particularly in resettlement programs.
• Experience with communicating with beneficiaries
•  Experience with processing systems such as MiMOSA and iGATOR.
• Demonstrated knowledge with handling sensitive information and personal data

Skills

•  Thorough knowledge of English language.
• Knowledge of other language(s)
• Computer/software literate with good knowledge in Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to organise.