Project Assistant (Protection) for International Organization for Migration
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This job application will be closed on 07th June 2026. Apply Now| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Assistant, Community Development, Law, Social Work |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Phnom Penh |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 07th June 2026 |
| Salary : |
Negotiable
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| Experience : | Minimum 3 years |
| Degree : | Bachelor |
Job Description
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.
Job Responsibilities & Duties
- Support the Programme Officer (Protection) in the planning and implementing of protection, legal, MHPSS, and IBG activities including its financial, administrative and technical implementation, in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as Donor requirements, agreed timeline and deliverables
- Coordinate the provision of assistance to vulnerable migrants with implementing partners, service providers, and local authorities including access to safe shelter, healthcare, psychosocial support, and reintegration services
- Coordinate referrals and service delivery with relevant government entities, civil society actors, and service providers
- Identify protection trends and closely coordinate with supervisor to respond and report such concerns
- Support in conducting intake interviews, needs assessments, risk evaluation, and follow-up for vulnerable migrants and victims of trafficking; apply IOM's vulnerability model to assist migrants exposed to violence, exploitation, or abuse
- Collect and record accurate data using IOM's standard tools and case management system, ensuring compliance with data protection standards and informed consent.
- Support operational aspects of implementation, including logistics and procurement processes in close coordination with other IOM teams
- Coordinate mapping of service providers operating in target locations to help update internal and external referral pathways
- Maintain constructive relationships with community leaders, local government counterparts, and service providers
- Draft and/or produce progress and other reports and facilitate proper information exchange on all operational aspects of the programmes between IOM, the programmes’ donors and other stakeholders in line with IOM and donor requirements
- Organize training sessions for staff, partners and key stakeholders on migrant protection topics such as case management, counter-trafficking, GBV, trauma-informed care, referral pathways for victims of trafficking or survivors of gender-based violence, and rights-based approaches
- Perform such other duties related to strategic and priority areas of the mission as required.
Job Requirements
Languages:
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Fluent
- Bachelor's Degree in social work, law, social sciences or any relevant field from an accredited academic university or institute
- At least of relevant professional experience, preferably within a protection role for 3 years
- School diploma with four years of relevant experience
- Experience in coordinating implementing partner agreements, conduct regular quality and activitiy monitoring, and provide on the job capacity building
- Experience working with governmental, non-governmental institutions and UN agencies preferred
- Experience in providing direct assistance to beneficiaries
- Experience in organizing events, workshops, and meetings
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of beneficiaries at all times
- Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties
- Excellent Computer and data base skills
- Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
- Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong analytical and report writing skills.
- Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Awareness of victims of trafficking/ migration/ protection issues.
- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link below:
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Organization Information (Opening jobs)
| Organization : | International Organization for Migration |
| Address : | Sayon Building, 3rd Floor, Samdach Pann Street (214), Sangkat Boeng Reang, Khan Doun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| Website : |
http://www.iom.int |
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