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Expedited SVN - Project Assistant (PxD/MHPSS) at the International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Posted on Tue 10th Jun, 2025 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)


The International Organization for Migration (IOM) - Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Expedited SVN - Project Assistant (PxD/MHPSS)

Job ID: 15430
Location: Asokoro District, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 6 months
Grade: G-4

Job Description

  • 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 candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Context:

  • Under the overall supervision of the MHPSS Officer and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Mental Health, Psychosocial Response, and Intercultural Communication Section in Lagos, Nigeria.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support in implementation of the MHPSS components of the AVRR programme and activities under the Migration Management unit in Lagos, Nigeria. 
  • Support organization of training activities for IOM colleagues and other partners’ staff involved with returnees in MHPSS support, including Psychological First Aid and other relevant
  • Carry out any other duties as assigned. 
  • PSS training (e.g; understanding emotional issues among returning migrants, positive communication skills, basic MHPSS concepts, etc.); 
  • Assist the team in the timely implementation of community-level sensitization on MHPSS issues through psychosocial and recreational activities adapted to the needs, age and abilities of migrants. 
  • Support the provision of reintegration assistance within the case management, specifically for vulnerable cases of returning migrants, and document and file all vulnerable cases for reference and monitoring including regular updates of beneficiaries’ information.
  • Assist in the day-to-day implementation of the AVRR programme and activities, within the component of MHPSS. 
  • Assist in collecting, preparing and presenting information through periodic and ad-hoc reports on MHPSS activities, and support coordination and exchange of information with national institutional, professional and academic counterparts. 
  • Provide general/basic counselling to the returnees to support smooth psychosocial reintegration within the family and community in coordination with protection focal points.
  •  Assist in monitoring MHPSS component activities including those implemented by the local partners.

Qualifications
Education:

  • A minimum of four years relevant experience (two years’ experience for degree holders) from an accredited institution in Psychology, Counselling, or any other related Social Science course;

Experience:

  • Minimum of two years of relevant experience in programmes, preferably in standalone MHPSS programmes or programmes with MHPSS components with non-governmental organisations.
  • Experience working with vulnerable groups, counselling, and protection interventions in an International NGO or UN Agency  
  • Work and/or academic experience focusing on migrant/mobile and/or at-risk groups preferably.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality is mandatory. 
  • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions;
  • Experience in the area of migration, refugees and reintegration of migrants and victims of trafficking;
  • Ability to work under stressful working conditions such as tight timelines and managing large groups of beneficiaries;
  • Strong analytical, organizational and reporting skills;
  • Good communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government and Non-Governmental counterparts, international organizations, civil societies and/or private sector entities; 
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, and PowerPoint, Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.

Skills:

  • Written and verbal communication skills; 
  • Empathy and good interpersonal skills; 
  • Ability to work under pressure; 
  • Multitasking and Prioritizing;
  • Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way

Languages:

  • For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
  • Working knowledge or fluency in Hausa is an added advantage
  • IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
  • Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Application Closing Date
18th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online


  

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