Project Assistant (Legal Support)

International Organization for Migration · Tunis

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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

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 and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Tunisia and of the Sr. Protection Coordinator and the Direct Supervision of the National Project Officer (Legal), the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the protection Unit with activities related to the provision of legal assistance and migration governance. 

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a Related Organization of the United Nations, committed to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. As the leading UN agency in migration, IOM provides essential services and policy advice to governments and migrants. In collaboration with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners, IOM focuses on capacity building, advocacy, and policy development to ensure the protection and well-being of migrants globally. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Tunisia and of the Sr. Protection Coordinator and the Direct Supervision of the National Project Officer (Legal), the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the protection Unit with activities related to the provision of legal assistance and migration governance.

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