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Project Assistant (Protection)

CompanyIOM
LocationRome
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 6, 2026
About The Company
Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. IOM works with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration, advance understanding of migration issues, encourage social and economic development through migration and uphold the well-being and human rights of migrants. More people are on the move today than at any other time in recorded history: 1 billion people – comprising a seventh of humanity. A variety of elements – not least the information and communications revolutions – contribute to the movement of people on such a large scale. The forces driving migration as a priority issue are: climate change, natural and manmade catastrophes, conflict, the demographic trends of an ageing industrialized population, an exponentially expanding jobless youth population in the developing world and widening North–South social and economic disparities.
About the Role

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the general supervision of the Director, Coordination Office for the Mediterranean, Chief of Mission in Italy and Malta and Representative to the Holy See, the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the incumbent will perform the duties listed below as Project Assistant, Protection.

Key Skills
Migration managementProtection of vulnerable groupsLiaison with governmental authoritiesHumanitarian assistanceProject supportCase managementStakeholder engagementReportingCommunicationTeamworkItalian languageEnglish language
Categories
Social ServicesGovernment & Public SectorManagement & LeadershipAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The incumbent will perform project assistance duties related to protection under the supervision of the Project Manager. This includes liaising with governmental and non-governmental partners to support migrants, refugees, and other vulnerable groups.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
22506
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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