IOM Ethiopia – Senior Project Associate (Capacity Building) Job Vacancy 2026
Organization: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Career Level: Mid‑Level (4–6 years)
Application Deadline: July 30, 2026
Grade: UG6
Vacancy Type: Call for Expression of Interest
About IOM
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is the leading UN agency in the field of migration. IOM promotes humane and orderly migration, protects people on the move, and supports displacement solutions.
In Ethiopia, IOM’s Protection Unit (PXU) works with the government and partners to reduce protection risks and address the needs of vulnerable individuals and communities.
Position Summary
The Senior Project Associate (Capacity Building) will support the implementation of training and capacity building initiatives under the Policy and Liaison sub‑unit. The role also contributes to specialized protection interventions, including legal aid, legal identity, and National Referral Mechanism (NRM) tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and monitor project activities related to capacity building
- Conduct needs assessments and develop training programmes
- Organize and deliver workshops on migrant protection, governance, and reintegration
- Maintain beneficiary records and evaluate training impact
- Liaise with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors
- Document good practices and lessons learned; contribute to SOPs and policies
- Draft reports, correspondence, and briefing notes
- Monitor implementing partners and report non‑compliance
Qualifications & Experience
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Education:
- School diploma with 6 years of relevant experience; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Political/Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, or related fields with 4 years of relevant experience
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Experience:
- Liaising with government, UN agencies, NGOs, and institutions
- Working with migrants, refugees, IDPs, victims of trafficking, and vulnerable groups
- Conducting capacity needs assessments at national, district, and community levels
- Prior experience with humanitarian or government institutions in multicultural settings
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Skills:
- Strong communication, planning, and analytical skills
- Capacity building and training material development
- Event coordination and logistics management
- Report writing and impact evaluation
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Languages: Fluent in English and Amharic (mandatory)
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online via IOM’s e‑Recruitment system:
👉 Application Link: Apply Here
📅 Deadline: July 30, 2026
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