Job DescriptionIntroductionEstablished in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
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Organizational Context and ScopeEstablished in 2006, IOM Lebanon has set a strong track record in delivering humanitarian life-saving services to the most vulnerable populations affected by crises, while developing models and partnerships for longer-term recovery and development. The Office is implementing activities across Lebanon. Since October 2023, IOM Lebanon has been addressing the humanitarian needs of conflict affected populations and supporting the Government of Lebanon advance recovery efforts in the context of the successive escalation of hostilities which have taken place in the country.
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Senior Program Associate (Shelter and Settlements, WASH), the Project Associate will support the implementation of WASH, Shelter and Settlements interventions implemented by IOM and its partners. The incumbent will contribute to the delivery of humanitarian assistance, stabilization and early recovery activities in line with donor requirements, government priorities and IOM standards.
Responsibilities
QualificationsRequired Qualifications and ExperienceEducation
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Skills
LanguagesAll IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
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 CompetenciesIOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 1
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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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