Introduction
Established 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.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
Organizational Context and Scope
Within the objective to facilitate pathways for regular migration IOM is enhancing technical assistance to private sector and government-led skills mobility initiatives that connect migrants to decent work opportunities. At the same time IOM advocates for the integration of migrants and migration across development planning and prepares migrants for safe, legal and successful migration prior to leaving their country of origin.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Austria and direct supervision of the Head of the Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion Unit; and, in collaboration with relevant units at IOM Egypt, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation all activities related to the project “EAGLE– A Skills Mobility Partnership Between Austria and Egypt". The main objective of the project is to create of a mutually beneficial talent development and mobility partnership between Egypt and Austria. This is to be achieved through (1) Developing and delivering a training curriculum in Egypt with the aim to strengthen skills development in a metal processing occupation, for both the local and international labour market; (2) Piloting a scalable mobility scheme between Egypt and Austria; (3) Enhance effective integration measures for skilled migrants in Austria. The project is funded under the Migration Partnership Facility (MPF) and implemented in close cooperation with the Austrian Federal Chancellery. The project was launched by September 2025 and will last until February 2028 with the vacant position to be filled as soon as possible.
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
- Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific project topics.
- Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
- Support administrative coordination of project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
- Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
- Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation.
- Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
- Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education
- School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or
- 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.
Experience
- Experience in the field of labour migration, education and training, public-private partnerships, and/or integration of migrants are an asset;
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations is an asset; and
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
Skills
- Proven project management skills are an asset (e.g. monitoring, reporting, financial controlling);
- Moderation and presentation skills, including in a digital setting, are an asset;
Research and publication skills are an asset;
- Knowledge of the Austrian, Egyptian, and/or European migration landscapes, policies, institutions and stakeholders is an asset;
Languages
- Fluency in German and English is required (oral and written)
Working knowledge of Arabic is desired
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,
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Notes
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.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.