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Job Identification (Reference Number): VN-US10-2026-053

Duty Station City: Washington D.C. Duty Station Country: United States of America

Grade & Salary: G5, Step 1 (USD 6,714.58 Monthly)

Contract Type: One Year Fixed Term

Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice Initial duration: 12 months

Under the overall supervision of the Global Office Director and the Head Global Programme Support Unit and the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer, the Programme Support Associate (PSU) provides support to donor and thematic teams in the Global Programmes Unit in the areas of project support and knowledge management.

1. Update and maintain trackers and filing systems to record, for example, USG funded awards, reports, and correspondence.
2. Draft reports, tables, briefs, talking points, and other reporting products to support GO Washington leadership, the Global Programmes team and HQ.
3. Respond to general information requests and inquiries on IOM programming that is funded by the USG.
4. Provide support to the organization of visits by IOM staff from HQ, regional and country offices, as needed.
5. Assist in the review and submission of project proposals, reports, and other project deliverables.
6. Provide ad hoc support to donor and thematic teams in the Global Programmes Unit when required to cover staff gaps or shortages or respond to workload surges.
7. Collect and compile information on current and prospective USG funding.
8. Carry out general administrative support for the Global Programmes Unit.
9. Undertake duty travel as needed.
10. Perform any other duties that may be assigned.

EDUCATION• High school diploma with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or • Bachelor's degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant professional experience

EXPERIENCE• Experience in programme support, administrative support, or databases management.• Experience working with USG-funded programmes or familiarity with donor requirements is an advantage.• Experience liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.• Prior experience with international organizations or multicultural environment is desirable.

SKILLS• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint. • Good organizational and communication skills. • Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural fast-paced environment. • Ability to work effectively in a team and meet deadlines.• Good writing and basic research skills.

Languages IOM's official languages are English, French, and Spanish. REQUIREDFor this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators – Level 1

Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
5. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
6. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
7. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.