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Position Title: Project Associate – Protection

Duty Station: Dublin, Ireland

Classification: General Service Staff, G-5

Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term Contract for 9 months

Estimated Start Date: November 2026

Closing Date: 20 October 2026

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and nongovernmental 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.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Ireland, and the direct supervision of the National IBG and Protection Officer and, in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters (HQ), in the Regional Office (RO) and relevant Country Offices (COs), the Project Associate – Protection will be responsible and accountable for providing assistance with the implementation IOM Ireland protection activities.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of protection activities, including but not limited to child protection and Counter Trafficking (CT) activities.
• Retrieve, compile, summarise, analyse, and present information/data on specific project and activity topics.
• Act as focal point for the administrative coordination of activity implementation, liasing extensively with relevant organisational units and external parties to initiate and follow up on requests.
• Assist in organising training sessions; prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops/ training.
• Verify the availability of funds, obtain the required clearances, initiate the relevant administrative processes, and follow up for completion in a timely manner.
• Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions to address delivery gaps.
• Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
• Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records, and organise meetings, workshops and training sessions.
• Participate in meetings, workshops and conferences; assist in coordinating activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation (UN) agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations, donors and other relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in monitoring work of Implementing Partners (IPs) and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
• Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
• Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree n Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or,
• High School diploma with five years of relevant professional experience.

Experience:

• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, victims of trafficking, unaccompanied minors, and other vulnerable groups;
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organisations, non-government or government institutions/organisation in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage;
• Experience in project implementation, monitoring, and/or development;
• Experience of migration issues in Europe and/or in Ireland is desirable; and,
• Experience with training, training facilitation, and event planning is desirable.

Skills:

• Ability to work with vulnerable groups and/or migrants;
• Proven competencies in liaising with a variety of stakeholders, including government authorities, international and national institutions, diplomatic missions, and non-governmental partners;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organisational, administrative and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work against tight deadlines and under pressure;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports; and,
• Demonstrated computer literacy, expecially with Microsoft Office suite.

Languages:

• IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
• For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Required Competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government.

This post is subject to local recruitment. Only persons holding a valid residence and work permit in Ireland will be eligible for consideration.

As the right to live and work in Ireland is required, the contract issued may be shorter than the period mentioned in the advertisement, in order to align with expiry date of the work permit.

Short‑listed candidates will be invited to a 45‑minute online interview.

How to apply:
Please apply to this job post, sharing your updated CV and Cover Letter explaining your interest in the role.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, soon after the closing of the Vacancy.

Posting period: From 06.10.26 to 20.10.26

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €3,081.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person