Project Assistant (Protection)

International Organization for Migration - IOM

Consultant Closes 31 May 2026 3 days left

Overview

Support the implementation of protection project activities, including financial, administrative, and technical aspects, in compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements.


Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the implementation of protection field activities
  • Coordinate the provision of assistance to vulnerable migrants with implementing partners, service providers, and local authorities
  • Coordinate referrals and service delivery with relevant government entities, civil society actors, and service providers
  • Support in conducting intake interviews, needs assessments, risk evaluation, and follow-up for vulnerable migrants and victims of trafficking
  • Identify protection trends and coordinate with supervisor to respond and report concerns
  • Collect and record accurate data using IOM's standard tools and case management system
  • Support operational aspects of implementation, including logistics and procurement processes
  • Coordinate mapping of service providers operating in target locations
  • Maintain constructive relationships with community leaders, local government counterparts, and service providers
  • Draft and/or produce progress and other reports
  • Attend relevant meetings at provincial level
Required Experience
  • School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or
  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, law, social sciences or any relevant field from an accredited academic university or institute
  • At least 3 years of relevant professional experience, preferably within a protection role
  • Experience in coordinating implementing partner agreements, conduct regular quality and activity monitoring, and provide on the job capacity building
  • Experience working with governmental, non-governmental institutions and UN agencies preferred
  • Experience in providing direct assistance to beneficiaries
  • Experience in organizing events, workshops, and meetings
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of beneficiaries at all times
  • Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties
  • Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
  • Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
  • School diploma
  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, law, social sciences or any relevant field from an accredited academic university or institute
Other Details
Languages Required
• Fluency in English and Khmer is required (oral and written)
Languages Preferred
• Working knowledge of any other languages spoken in Cambodia is an asset
Contract Duration
9 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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