SVN/2025/026 - Senior Project Associate (CT), Jakarta

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Reference No. : SVN/2025/026
Position Title : Senior Project Associate (CT)
Duty Station : Jakarta
Organization Unit : Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion 
Classification : G-6
Type of Appointment : Special Short-Term Contract
Report to : National Project Officer 
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 25 July 2025

Established in 1951, IOM is a related organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, IOM works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. 

Operational in Indonesia for more than 40 years, IOM Indonesia is one of the largest IOM missions in the world working on a wide range of activities in partnership with the Government of Indonesia, civil society, private sector actors, migrants and communities. IOM Indonesia is engaged in several thematic areas, including: Counter-Trafficking Labour Migration/Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion (CT-LM/LMSI), Disasters, Climate and Resilience (DCR), Immigration and Border Governance (IBG), Refugee Care, Migration Health, Migration Governance and Resettlement and Voluntary Returns.

Safe, orderly, and regular migration is one of IOM’s key mandates and contributing to well-managed migration pathways has been the core principles of the Counter-Trafficking Programme Irregular migration leaves people vulnerable to exploitation, abuse, and violence, and in many parts of the world, migrant smuggling and trafficking in persons have become a highly lucrative illicit business that lead to immense harm suffered by migrants and their families. Therefore IOM, under the Counter Trafficking Unit, works alongside government partners at the national and sub-national level, civil society organizations, and media to carry out preventive measures in strengthening and broadening public awareness on critical issues related to safe migration and the risks of engaging in smuggling practices and trafficking in person that lure migrants into undertaking perilous irregular migration journeys. In addition, IOM’s CT programming in Indonesia looks to further support management by offering policy and technical advise to national governments, civil society organizations, and the private sector; supporting the development of policies, legislation, and administrative structures that promote prevention of TIP, protection of victims, and due prosecution of TIP cases.

Under the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer (NPO), the Senior Project Associate will support the conceptualization, coordination, and implementation of IOM Indonesia project on migration issues, especially projects related to combat migrants smuggling and trafficking in persons. With support and close coordination from NPO and Programme Coordinator, the Senior Project Associate will also be responsible to support project development initiatives. 

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities. 
2. Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
3. Monitor budget implementation and propose adjustments as necessary.   
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, follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. Draft status reports; identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures. 
6. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation.
7. Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops.
8. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
9. Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors, private sector, and other stakeholders relevant to the project. 
10. Monitor work of implementing partners and report any non-compliance to the supervisor.
11. Provide inputs for the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP) and concept papers and provide general support for the development of new projects. 
12. Provides guidance/training and assist in coordinating and monitoring work of other staff in the unit; may supervise other staff as assigned. 
13. Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATION

• University degree from an accredited university in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant work experience, or
• School diploma with six years of relevant work experience. 

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

EXPERIENCE

• Indonesian National with good knowledge and understanding of the migration policies andissues, and migration related programming in Indonesia;
• Professional experience in project implementation, donor liaison, operations, administration, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation is an advantage;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; 
• Experience in working with migrant workers, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups;
• Experience in facilitation of capacity building training, workshops, and focus-group discussions with various groups of, and 
• Has prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

SKILLS

• Strong liaison and networking skills with government agencies, law enforcement agencies, donor, private sector, and INGOs/NGOs.
• A high level of personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, respects for diversity, creative thinking.
• Ability to establish priorities and undertake assigned tasks with minimum supervision and maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to manage workload within general schedule of work, instructions and standard practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise technical reports in English and Bahasa Indonesia in timely manner;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools like (word-processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail)

Languages 

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

For this position, fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is required (oral and written).

• 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.

• 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.

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of Education certificate and security clearances. 
3. IOM applies local United Nations Salary Scale. 
4. 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.
5. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
6. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Please submit your application online by clicking "Apply" button above. Please attach the Resume and Cover letter in your application. The deadline for applications is 25 July 2025. The previous applicant no need to reapply. Candidates applying for this vacancy are required to declare whether they have relatives already working for IOM. 

Only applicant who meets the above qualification will be considered