Senior Project Associate (Migration policy)

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Senior Project Associate to lead migration policy and coordination activities in Cameroon. Reporting to the Chief of Mission, the incumbent will support strategic engagement in migration governance, policy coherence and evidence‑based programming across national and regional initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Independently lead and coordinate implementation of migration‑related projects, monitoring progress and adjusting work plans as needed.
• Research, compile, analyse and present data from multiple units (DTM, DDR, MHPSS, etc.) in line with the mission’s integrated data strategy.
• Monitor budget expenditures, verify fund availability and maintain accurate financial records.
• Coordinate financial, administrative and technical aspects of projects in compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements.
• Plan and deliver capacity‑building workshops for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain liaison with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, donors and other partners.
• Prepare correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial reports, ensuring timely submission.
• Document good practices, contribute to SOPs, policies and concept papers, and support new project development.
• Integrate UN planning frameworks such as the Common Country Analysis and the Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework.
• Supervise and train reporting staff.

Required profile

• High School diploma (additional education not specified).

Required skills