Project Support Associate (Civil Engineering and Site Planning)

Introduction

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners.

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Officer (Immigration and Border Governance) and the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer (IBG), the successful candidate will provide engineering and technical support for the planning and development of a Model Border Control Post (BCP).

The incumbent will primarily support the implementation of infrastructure-related activities under a Netherlands-funded project Enhancing Border and Migration Management Governance in Ethiopia through Model Border Initiatives, Technology and Health System Strengthening, including technical support related to the development of a proposed Model Border Control Post at Dewele.

The position will support the translation of operational border management requirements into practical engineering and site planning considerations, ensuring that infrastructure development aligns with international good practices in integrated border management, protection-sensitive border governance, Health, Border and Mobility Management (HBMM), digitalization, and environmental sustainability.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Building Engineering, Architecture, Infrastructure Planning, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant professional experience; or

• High School diploma with five years of progressively responsible relevant experience.

   

Experience

• Experience working in humanitarian and/or development settings;

• Experience supporting engineering or infrastructure projects.

• Experience in support to site planning, construction supervision, or engineering design support 

• Experience liaising with governmental authorities, other national and international institutions and NGOs, and building effective local partnerships including with the private sector.

Skills

• Good understanding of civil engineering and infrastructure planning principles.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, maps, layouts, and technical documentation.

• Familiarity with construction materials, utility planning, drainage considerations, and site development.

• Knowledge of sustainable infrastructure approaches, including renewable energy solutions, is desirable.

• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS software, Google Earth, or similar engineering and mapping tools would be an advantage.

• Strong report writing and analytical skills.

• Strong organizational and coordination abilities.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail under tight deadlines.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

Required 

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

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.