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SVN/2026/023 Project Administrative Assistant, Langsa

Langsa, IndonesiaGrade G-4Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)IOM
12 days leftPosted Jun 24, 2026

Education

  • University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, Accounting or related field
from an accredited academic institution with at least2 (two) years of relevant professional experience; or Completed high school degree with at least 4 (four)years in relevant work experience,
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

  • Experience in humanitarian or development programmes targeting migrants.

Experience working in administrative area.

  • Familiar with accounting system (SAP, ATLAS, Oracle) software and procedures are a distinct advantage.
  • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations
  • Indonesian National with good knowledge and understanding of migration issues and border managment in Indonesia context, is an advantage
  • Able to manage workload within general schedule of work, instructions and standard practices.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Skills

  • Excellent administrative work, including coordination with finance and procurement team.

Able to use MS Excel and MS Word.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Respect for diversity.

Excellent organizational skills: ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

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, fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is required (oral and written).

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 1
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.

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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