Field Project Associate – Mobility Tracking (DRU)

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Field Project Associate to support its Data and Research Unit in Ethiopia. The role focuses on mobility tracking and data collection related to displacement populations, working closely with the DRU team in Addis Ababa and various governmental and non‑governmental partners.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and monitoring project activities, ensuring data quality and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Develop work plans and schedules for data collection, processing, and analysis across designated coverage areas.
• Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present data on specific project topics.
• Draft status reports, correspondence, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and presentations.
• Facilitate communication with regional government focal points and endorse project activities.
• Organise meetings, workshops, and training sessions; respond to complex information requests.
• Coordinate implementation activities with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor implementing partners’ work and report non‑compliances.

Required profile

• Experience in field data collection and monitoring within humanitarian or migration contexts.
• Ability to work collaboratively with government agencies, UN bodies, NGOs, and donors.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with attention to data quality.

Required skills