Field Coordinator (Project Assistant), Amudat/Nakapirpirit - Karamoja, Uganda

Job Title: Field Coordinator (Project Assistant)

Org: International Organization for Migration (IOM)

IOM is an intergovernmental organization established in 1951, and is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society.

Closing date: 31 Jan 2011

Location: Uganda

Location information: Amudat/Nakapirpirit - Karamoja

1. University degree in relevant area and strong field experience in Northern Uganda and/or Karamoja.

2. Relevant community development experience.

3. Willingness to work in Amudat and Nakapiripirit;

4. Relevant experience working in active conflict settings or non-permissive security environments;

5. Demonstrated experience working in the Karamoja sub-region and effectively engaging with local government actors in all districts;

6. Minimal 2 years experience with international aid and development in post-conflict or active conflict settings;

7. Previous experience with staff management and field-level coordination;

8. High level of proficiency in MSOffice applications;

9. Flexibility and ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines.

10. Resourceful and strong ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours in field posting with limited direct support;

11. Solid team spirit and willingness to work with people of linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds; and

12. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

How to apply

Clearly state the position title in the subject heading send to icrsuganda@iom.int

Reference Code: RW_8DBCW5-65

Closing date: 31 Jan 2011