Senior Project Assistant, Bamako

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Senior Project Assistant, Bamako Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration Country: Mali City: Bamako Office: IOM BamakoFounded in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is an agency of the United Nations system specializing in the field of migration that works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting human and orderly migration for the benefit of all. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pays-Bas launched the Migration Cooperation and Partnerships for Sustainable Solutions (COMPASS) initiative in early 2021. A second phase of the initiative will be implemented between 2024 and 2027. The Global Initiative on Migration Cooperation and Partnerships for Sustainable Solutions (COMPASS) is designed to protect people in situations of displacement, combat human trafficking, illicit trafficking, and support a return with dignity while promoting sustainable reintegration. Through this initiative, IOM works closely with governments, national and local partners to implement structural improvements in migrant protection mechanisms through sustainable reintegration and voluntary return. This project contributes significantly to capacity building and improved coordination mechanisms within countries and across borders. Improving data collection capacity also contributes to the adaptation of national and regional policies based on research results. Responsibilities fiBGP4y DLg4g0 The Senior Project Assistant shall: Support the COMPASS programme manager in Mali in the preparation, execution, coordination and monitoring of project activities, at national and local level; Liaise and work closely with the programme manager and local authorities, civil society and other partners to ensure efficient coordination and implementation of activities related to this programme; Work closely with the COMPASS team in Mali, and IOM colleagues; Ensure the compilation of feedback from IOM colleagues and/or relevant units and support the Senior Reporting Assistant in preparing requested reports and/or documents. Ensure translations if necessary; Maintain an accurate and effective documentation system to document and track COMPASS activities in Mali; Organize and participate in COMPASS meetings in Mali; Write the minutes of meetings. Carry out visits to the implementation sites of the different activities of the COMPASS program in Mali in order to identify and analyze important developments on site; Represent IOM, where appropriate, in meetings with various external partners, such as NGOs and government focal points; Develop the procedures and various monitoring and other tools that will be used for the implementation of activities in coordination with the COMPASS program manager in Mali and in line with the general instructions of the COMPASS team in Geneva; Any other duties that may be assigned by his supervisor. Qualifications Education A university degree or higher in social sciences, business administration or public administration, psychology or social sciences with at least four years of professional experience. Experience Excellent computer skills, especially in SAP software package, MS Office applications such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, Internet Explorer; Excellent communication and written and oral negotiation skills; Notes on the theme of migration in general and on the themes of combating trafficking in persons in particular; Ability to work with external partners and harmoniously with colleagues from diverse cultures and professional backgrounds; Have team spirit and be able to work independently; Analysis and synthesis capabilities; Personal commitment, flexibility, efficiency and willingness to achieve results; Experience in a government agency or United Nations, regional or international organization is an advantage; Languages A very good command of the French and English language is mandatory. A good command of Bambara would be an asset. Tags capacity development international cooperation migrant assistance programme implementation programme skills SAP MSOffice Communication skills French English The recruiting organization, IOM - International Organization for Migration, has not specified a closing date for this vacancy or continues to list jobs after their stated closing date. Because such positions may remain open, they are listed here until removed from the recruiting organization's website.

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