Senior Project Associate (Community Outreach)

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Senior Project Associate to support its Community Outreach activities within the Protection Unit in Ethiopia. Reporting to the Programme Officer (Protection) and the National Officer (Protection), the associate will help implement non‑emergency protection projects that empower communities to prevent irregular migration and protect vulnerable groups.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating and monitoring community outreach and behavioral change activities.
• Support the development of community conversation platforms and facilitate engagement with local leaders.
• Collect and report data on community feedback, protection risks and incidents of irregular migration.
• Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with IOM’s protection strategy.
• Prepare project documentation, progress reports and contribute to advocacy materials.

Required profile

• Relevant university degree (e.g., Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health).
• Proven experience in community outreach, protection or migration‑related projects.
• Strong understanding of rights‑based approaches and humanitarian contexts.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with ability to work in multicultural environments.

Required skills