Job ID
47857
Job Title
20359- Project Associate (Durable Solutions)
To work for
IOM | International Organization For Migration
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Administrative
Job Type
Full time
Minimum Education Level
Baccalaureate
Responsibilities
1.Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
2.Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3.Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
4.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.
5.Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
6.Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
7.Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions;
8.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 relevant to the project.
9.Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
10.Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
11.Perform other related duties as assigned.
2.Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3.Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
4.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.
5.Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
6.Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
7.Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions;
8.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 relevant to the project.
9.Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
10.Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
11.Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
•School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
•Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Administration or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
•Previous working experience with NGOs, international organisations or a busy finance/administration office in an administrative support capacity.
•Demonstrated proficiency with all Office applications, especially Excel, PowerPoint, word and good working knowledge with databases and online applications.
•Good knowledge of the culture and traditions in Syria.
•Experience with performing activities with high level of confidentiality, accuracy and responsibility.
•School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
•Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Administration or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
•Previous working experience with NGOs, international organisations or a busy finance/administration office in an administrative support capacity.
•Demonstrated proficiency with all Office applications, especially Excel, PowerPoint, word and good working knowledge with databases and online applications.
•Good knowledge of the culture and traditions in Syria.
•Experience with performing activities with high level of confidentiality, accuracy and responsibility.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
•Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
•Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
•Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent skills in planning and organizing.
•Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
•Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
•Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent skills in planning and organizing.
•Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
About us
IOM:
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Apr 14, 2026
Expiry Date
Apr 29, 2026
CV Language
English