Senior Project Assistant

Context
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the design and implementation of projects directed at indigenous populations in the context of mobility at a national level.
- Provide support to other states regarding indigenous populations in the context of mobility and related areas.
- Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
- Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
- Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
- Elaborate reports, briefing notes, presentations and other forms of documentation.
- Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
- Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders.
- Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
- Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High School diploma with at least 2 (two) years of relevant professional experience
- Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with at least 4 (four) years of relevant professional experience; or
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
- Master's degree in Anthropology, Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, or related fields from an accredited academic institution will be considered an advantage.
Experience
**REQUIRED**
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; and
- Experience with indigenous people, social protection and community dialogues.
**ADDITIONAL**(will be considered an advantage)
- Experience in working with indigenous population, specially people of the Warao ethnic group;
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups;
- Experience with handling confidential data and analysis and data collection; and
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting.
**Skills**:
- In depth knowledge of national policies for indigenous populations and/or migrants.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Ability to analyze complex problems and identify and convey clear, rapid solutions across a broad range of audiences.
- Strong knowledge on intercultural communication, diversity and inclusion.
- Effective resource management, analysis and data collection skills.
- Strong general analytical skills.
Languages
For this position, fluency in Portuguese and Spanish is required.
IOM's official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
**Required Competencies**
Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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
- 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 contr

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