Project Clerk (Transition and Recovery)
International Organization for Migration
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Position Title : **Project Clerk (Transition and Recovery)**
Duty Station : IOM Philippines - Country Office (Marawi City)
Classification : General Service Staff, G-3
Type of Appointment : Special Short-Term, with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 06 April 2026
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (HoSO) in Cotabato and direct technical and administrative supervision of the Sr. Peace, Transition and Recovery Project Assist
Position Title : **Project Clerk (Transition and Recovery)**
Duty Station : IOM Philippines - Country Office (Marawi City)
Classification : General Service Staff, G-3
Type of Appointment : Special Short-Term, with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 06 April 2026
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (HoSO) in Cotabato and direct technical and administrative supervision of the Sr. Peace, Transition and Recovery Project Assistant in Marawi City, the successful candidate is responsible and accountable for facilitating the fulfilment of quality implementation of peace, transition and recovery programming at the filed level in Mindanao, particularly the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), in accordance to IOM’s polices, standards, and commitments. The candidate is expected to work closely with Barangay Local Government Units (BLGUs) of Lanao del Sur and Marawi, and field focal points of Marawi Rehabilitation Program (MRP), Marawi City’s Project Management Office (PMO), and National Housing Authority (NHA), and other relevant government and non-government stakeholders for the quality implementation of shelter and settlement assistance and other interventions focused on supporting the transition, recovery, and durable solutions of IDPs and affected populations.
**Responsibilities**
- Provide clerical and administrative support to daily implementation of shelter, settlement, and durable solutions project activities.
- Retrieve, compile, and summarize information on specific project topics related to shelter, settlement, and durable solutions to support project planning, reporting, and decision-making.
- Support administrative coordination for project implementation, involving liaison with other organizational units or external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process, and follow-up on administrative actions.
- Assist in assessments, monitoring, feedback-gathering, and validation activities to inform appropriateness of IOM’s interventions.
- Support in logistical and administrative organizing of meetings, workshops, trainings, and other field activities.
- Respond to general information requests and help set up / maintain the files and records updated.
- Assist in the field of operationalization of the Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) mechanism and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) measures for the project.
- Assist the project team in documenting best practices, human interest stories, and success stories, and provide support in developing communication materials that are culturally appropriate and conflict sensitive.
- Perform other duties that may be assigned.
**Qualifications**
*Education*
- Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Peace and Development, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with a minimum of one year of relevant professional experience.
- High School degree from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
*Experience*
- Experience in community organizing/mobilization, community engagement, social cohesion, and socioeconomic initiatives.
- Work experience on humanitarian, development and/or peacebuilding nexus projects is an advantage.
- Work experience and knowledge of BARMM context, post conflict settings, and on Mindanao protection issues is an advantage.
*Skills*
- Field implementation skills on peacebuilding, community stabilization, and socioeconomic development in conflict or displacement affected areas.
- Good knowledge of data protection and data management.
- Strong computer literacy and familiarity with MS Office applications.
*Language*
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 Filipino is required (oral and written).
Desirable, working knowledge of any BARMM language.
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 (Level 1)
- 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.
**Notes**
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
- This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
- 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, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
- IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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