Project Associate – Referral (Consultant) – Addis Ababa

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Project Associate to support referral mechanisms and partner coordination for migration‑related interventions in Ethiopia. This contracted position will work closely with internal units, UN agencies, NGOs and government partners to ensure effective project implementation.

Key responsibilities

• Support mapping of referral partners, forge strategic alliances and promote collective resource management.
• Assist in implementation and monitoring of National Referral Mechanism project activities.
• Collect, compile, analyse and present referral data to partners.
• Monitor budget availability, obtain approvals and update budget information.
• Act as focal point for administrative coordination, liaising with diverse units and external parties.
• Draft status reports, identify delivery shortfalls and propose remedial actions.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables and presentations.
• Organise meetings, workshops and training sessions; support coordination with local authorities, donors and stakeholders.
• Monitor implementing partners’ work and report non‑compliances.
• Provide guidance and training to junior staff and perform other related duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field with at least three years of relevant experience, or high school diploma with five years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and strong attention to detail.
• Experience working with international humanitarian, governmental or non‑governmental organisations in a multicultural setting is an advantage.
• Fluency in English and Amharic (oral and written) is required.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
• Understanding of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Familiarity with financial rules and regulations.