Job ID
48172
Job Title
20643 - Senior Project Associate (CBI)
To work for
IOM | International Organization For Migration
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Baccalaureate
Responsibilities
Independently lead and coordinate the implementation of the project; monitor implementation of the
activities to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans; analyse implementation
difficulties and make recommendations for adjusting implementation modalities and work plans to
best reflect changing environment on the field.
2. Regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyse and present information/data on national, regional and
international developments, reports, legislation and other relevant documentation, highlighting
noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
3. Monitor budget expenditures; verify availability of funds and maintain a proper record of approved
project budgets and their revisions.
4. Coordinate and monitor the financial, administrative and technical aspects of the project in line with
IOM policies and donor requirements.
5. Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building workshops for relevant internal and external parties.
6. Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local
authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental
organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
7. Coordinate the preparation of correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial
reports; ensure status reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
8. Identify and document good practices and lessons learned; contribute to the development of Standard
Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers and support the development of new
projects.
9. Supervise and provide guidance and training to reporting staff.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned
activities to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans; analyse implementation
difficulties and make recommendations for adjusting implementation modalities and work plans to
best reflect changing environment on the field.
2. Regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyse and present information/data on national, regional and
international developments, reports, legislation and other relevant documentation, highlighting
noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
3. Monitor budget expenditures; verify availability of funds and maintain a proper record of approved
project budgets and their revisions.
4. Coordinate and monitor the financial, administrative and technical aspects of the project in line with
IOM policies and donor requirements.
5. Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building workshops for relevant internal and external parties.
6. Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local
authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental
organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
7. Coordinate the preparation of correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial
reports; ensure status reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
8. Identify and document good practices and lessons learned; contribute to the development of Standard
Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers and support the development of new
projects.
9. Supervise and provide guidance and training to reporting staff.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
EDUCATION
• School diploma with seven years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development
Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic
institution with five years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions,
United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of
trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or
government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
• School diploma with seven years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development
Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic
institution with five years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions,
United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of
trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or
government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
SKILLS
• Knowledge of the fundaments of CBI;
• Familiar with innovative systems used in humanitarian sectors and a fast learner;
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and beneficiaries;
• Strong knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations tools and methodologies;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and strong communication skills;
• Knowledge of Sphere standards and other training in humanitarian response preferred
• Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize
work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
• Knowledge of the fundaments of CBI;
• Familiar with innovative systems used in humanitarian sectors and a fast learner;
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and beneficiaries;
• Strong knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations tools and methodologies;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and strong communication skills;
• Knowledge of Sphere standards and other training in humanitarian response preferred
• Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize
work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
Salary and Benefits
G-7 as per IOM’s official salary scale
Please submit your application before/ by 05 May 2026
Please submit your application before/ by 05 May 2026
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
May 01, 2026
Expiry Date
May 16, 2026
CV Language
English
