Senior Programme Associate (Livelihoods)
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Business Administration, Economics, Social Work, Exec. / Management
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Officer (TRD) and the direct supervision of the Livelihoods Officer, the Senior Programme Associate (Livelihoods) will support the implementation of livelihoods interventions in the field. The role includes leading the design and delivery of livelihood activities, coordinating community outreach, ensuring accountability to affected populations, and working closely with local communities and authorities to enhance livelihood opportunities and promote sustainable practices.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist and take the lead in the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of livelihoods project activities in the field, including Cash-for-Work (CfW) schemes, market-driven skills development (vocational training, apprenticeship), employment forums and job matching, SME and microenterprise support, agricultural input distribution, trade fairs, financial literacy training, and other livelihoods interventions as required.
- Collect, compile, summarize, analyze, and present information/data from field assessments, including Labor Market Assessments (LMA), Multi-Sector Needs Assessments (MSNA), and beneficiary profiling, as well as on project activities, for consideration by senior management and donors..
- Monitor project activity budgets, verify availability of funds, and propose adjustments as necessary to ensure financial and beneficiary targets are met.
- Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, liaising with internal units (e.g. Protection, Shelter, DTM) and external stakeholders (e.g., local authorities, implementing partners, service providers) to obtain clearances, process requests, and follow up on actions.
- Draft status reports on livelihoods programming, identify gaps or challenges in implementation, and bring them to the supervisor’s attention with recommendations for corrective measures.
- Prepare correspondence, field reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and other documentation to communicate progress, challenges, and lessons learned effectively.
- Organize and support meetings, workshops, and training sessions for beneficiaries, partners, and staff, including the preparation of training materials and facilitation of capacity-building activities.
- Respond to information requests regarding project activities and maintain organized project files and records.
- Participate in relevant meetings, conferences, and coordination platforms; maintain liaison with local authorities, UN agencies, I/NGOs, donors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and alignment with project objectives.
- Monitor the work of implementing partners and service providers in the field, ensuring compliance with agreed standards and contractual obligations, and report any issues to the supervisor.
- Provide inputs for the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), concept notes, and proposals for new livelihoods projects, ensuring alignment with IOM strategic priorities and donor requirements.
- Provide guidance, training, and coordination support to other staff in the unit, including supervising junior staff and consultants involved in livelihoods activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, including supporting the development of new livelihoods initiatives and contributing to the refinement of strategies aimed at job creation, entrepreneurship, and improved livelihood outcomes.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- Khmer - Fluent is required
- English - Fluent is required
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Agriculture, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience;
- High School Diploma in six years of relevant professional experience
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Relevant professional training or certifications in livelihoods, community development, or project management will be an advantage.
- Experience in supporting project management, development, or livelihoods programming, with a focus on economic resilience, entrepreneurship, and workforce development;
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies, and non-governmental organizations;
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups; and
- Experience in compiling, summarizing, and presenting information on livelihoods, including labor market trends, skills gaps, and employment opportunities, as well as contributing to program design, budget monitoring, proposal development, and financial management related to economic resilience programs.
- Knowledge of livelihoods development, income-generating activities, and economic resilience strategies;
- Experience in community engagement, working with vulnerable groups, and implementing livelihood and economic empowerment activities; and
- Proficiency in office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), KoboToolbox, basic data management, and familiarity with UN/donor programming and financial rules.
- All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
- For this position, fluency in English and Khmer is required (oral and written).
- Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Programme Associate (Livelihoods)
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Business Administration, Economics, Social Work, Agriculture
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Livelihoods Officer and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Associate (Livelihoods), the Programme Associate (Livelihoods) will support the implementation of livelihoods activities in the provinces, ensuring effective coordination with local communities, authorities, and partners within their scope of responsibility.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of livelihoods activities in the field, including Cash-for-Work (CfW), skills development (vocational training, apprenticeship), employment forums, SME and microenterprise support, agricultural input assistance, market linkage initiatives, financial literacy training, and other related activities as required, in line with IOM and donor requirements.
- Conduct field data collection for livelihoods assessments, including Labor Market Assessments (LMA), Multi-Sector Needs Assessments (MSNA), and beneficiary profiling, ensuring data quality and accuracy.
- Retrieve, compile, and maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including activity reports, budgets, and beneficiary records related to livelihoods interventions implemented in the field.
- Monitor activity budgets, verify the availability of funds, obtain necessary approvals, and regularly update project and budget-related information for activities under the area of responsibility.
- Support coordination and implementation of livelihoods project activities by liaising with local communities, beneficiaries, local authorities, relevant government institutions, UN agencies, and I/NGOs to ensure effective community engagement and smooth delivery of project interventions.
- Draft field activity reports, monitor project progress, and identify implementation challenges or gaps in service delivery, bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
- Ensure the effective integration of cross-cutting issues, including protection, labour rights, gender equality, and decent work, into livelihoods assessments and programme implementation in close coordination with relevant IOM units.
- Draft correspondence, field reports, briefing notes, statistical tables, presentations, and other documentation related to livelihoods project activities.
- Participate in meetings, workshops, and coordination platforms related to livelihoods; support the organization of training sessions, employment forums, and community outreach activities.
- Respond to information requests related to project activities and maintain organized project files and records.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- Khmer - Fluent is required
- English - Fluent is required
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Agriculture, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience;
- High School Diploma in four years of relevant professional experience
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Relevant professional training or certifications in livelihoods, community development, or project management will be an advantage.
- Experience in livelihoods development, income-generating activities, and economic resilience strategies, including project management of livelihood and economic empowerment activities;
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies, and non-governmental organizations;
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups; and
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-governmental, or government institutions in a multi-cultural setting will be an advantage.
- Knowledge of livelihoods development, income-generating activities, and economic resilience strategies;
- Project management skills, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of livelihood activities;
- Experience in community engagement and working with vulnerable groups; and
- Proficiency in office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data management for reporting.
- All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
- For this position, fluency in English and Khmer is required (oral and written).
- Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
