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

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy.

For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), UN Volunteers with at least twelve (12) months of continuous service in IOM, staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and direct supervision of Programme Officer (Transition and Recovery Division) in close coordination with the other IOM internal units incumbent will be responsible and accountable for providing technical inputs, management, and coordination and oversight of IOM’s livelihood activities in Cambodia.

IOM Cambodia implements integrated recovery and stabilization programmes in border provinces affected by displacement, return, and mobility. These programmes aim to support sustainable livelihoods, strengthen local economic resilience, and facilitate reintegration in return and host communities. IOM promotes community-centred, market-informed, and conflict-sensitive interventions that support income generation, small enterprise development, and early recovery initiatives, while aligning with national development priorities and local governance structures.

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (Transition and Recovery Division), and in close coordination with the National Project Officer based in the Country Office, the Project Officer will lead programme planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder engagement of project livelihood components. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical and operational support across priority return and displacement areas under the Community Transition and Recovery Programme, with a focus on livelihoods, economic recovery, and community resilience initiatives. The successful candidate will lead the planning and implementation of livelihood assistance, community recovery activities, cash-for-work and labor-intensive initiatives, and capacity-building support for staff, partners, local authorities, and affected communities. In addition, the incumbent will lead field-level engagement through livelihoods assessments, stakeholder coordination, monitoring, and quality assurance to strengthen programme delivery in complex field settings. The position requires strong programme management, coordination, budgeting, and technical support skills.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• At least five years of relevant professional experience in livelihoods, economic recovery, transition and recovery, or community stabilization programmes, preferably in displacement-affected or post-crisis settings;
• Experience in designing and implementing livelihood interventions, including cash-for-work, labor-intensive activities, small business support, vocational skills, or community resilience initiatives;
• Experience in coordinating with government counterparts, communities, and partners, as well as conducting livelihoods or market assessments, monitoring programme activities, and supporting field-level recovery operations;
• Experience in programme management, community engagement, and field-based assessments, including coordination with government authorities, CBOs, and implementing partners in return and IDP contexts; and,
• Experience working in South and/or Southeast Asia preferred.

Skills

• Skills in programme implementation, monitoring, budgeting, and reporting;
• Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills;
• Experience in livelihoods and market assessments;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in multicultural environments;
• Excellent knowledge of the IOM project management cycle;
• Good knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming; and,
• Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely in English.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

At least a working knowledge of another language (including one of the six official UN languages, and/or a language that may be widely spoken in the country context) is desirable.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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

• 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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Leadership Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.

IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the  IOM WAVE system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:  IOM Careers and Job Vacancies