National Project Officer | Emergency Response | Roster only

Position Title : National Project Officer | Emergency Response | Roster only Duty Station : IOM Philippines Country Office Classification: General Service, UG Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term Estimated Start Date: ASAP Closing Date : 11 October 2026

This Call for Applications aims to establish a roster of qualified candidates who may be mobilized to support the Mission’s surge staffing requirements during disasters, emergencies, and other humanitarian response operations. Please note that there is currently no confirmed start date or immediate deployment opportunity associated with this roster. The engagement of roster members will depend on operational requirements, the nature and scale of emergency responses, funding and budget availability, and the Mission’s staffing needs. Candidates who submit an application acknowledge their interest in being considered for future emergency response assignments and are expected to maintain their availability should their services be required. If selected for deployment or engagement, roster members must be locally available and be prepared to promptly complete all necessary onboarding, documentation, and administrative requirements within the prescribed timeframe.

As part of your application, kindly submit a cover letter indicating any relevant experience in emergency response and/or the following areas: Shelter, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Cash-Based Interventions (CBI), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Community Mobilization, Information Management and Reporting, and Health. Your cover letter should briefly describe your experience, key responsibilities, and any relevant skills or training related to these areas. Responsibilities ​​Support with the coordination and monitoring of the operational, administrative and financial aspects of the project in accordance with IOM policies and practices as well as donor’s requirements.

Autres informations

​Keep the supervisor informed on the status of project implementation; identify gaps and suggest actions to improve implementation. ​Participate in the development and adjustment of work plans, project budgets, Monitoring & Evaluation tools and standard operations procedures.

Formation / Diplômes

​Coordinate the collection, verification and analysis of data and background information; update information management systems and social media platforms on project related activities including project awareness and visibility, summaries, press releases and other relevant materials. ​Coordinate timely preparation and dissemination of project reports in accordance with IOM procedures and donor requirements. ​Liaise and coordinate with donors, partners, United Nations agencies, local authorities and stakeholders and government counterparts. ​Contribute to the planning, development, organization and delivery of capacity building activities targeting IOM staff, government and civil society partners, implementing partners and communities. ​Attend relevant working groups, interagency coordination meetings, and other forums. ​Supervise and provide technical guidance to project staff. ​Undertake duty travel relating to project implementation, monitoring visits, project assessments, liaison with counterparts, etc.

Responsabilités

​Perform other related duties as required. ​ Qualifications Required Qualifications and Experience Education

Expérience

​​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 two years of relevant professional experience; or, ​Master’s degree in the above-mentioned fields Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. 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. Skills ​​Extensive experience in implementing or overseeing humanitarian or emergency response operations. ​Demonstrated ability to interact with national- and/or regional-level government counterparts, donors, and inter-agency clusters. ​Experience in working with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and other vulnerable groups. ​Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.​ Languages All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). For this position, Tagalog is required. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. Required Competencies IOM’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: 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. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2 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. Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2 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.

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