Project Coordinator (ELEVATE)

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Kenya is seeking a highly skilled Project Coordinator to oversee the KOICA-funded multi-country project ‘Empowering Livelihoods and Economic Vitality in Fragile and Conflict Zones (ELEVATE) Africa’.

Key Responsibilities:

• – Manage project implementation, ensuring compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements
• – Monitor project progress and undertake corrective actions as needed
• – Implement effective Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning practices
• – Recruit, train, and manage core project staff
• – Establish partnerships with government entities, UN agencies, and other stakeholders
• – Prepare regular project reports for donors
• – Develop new projects addressing needs of displacement-affected communities
• – Ensure high-quality visibility and promotion of the project
• – Integrate resilience-building approaches, gender considerations, and conflict sensitivity in programming
• – Oversee KOICA requirements including planning, monitoring, reporting, and documentation

Requirements:

• – Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, or related field with 5 years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 7 years of experience
• – Professional experience in livelihood and economic empowerment, WASH, climate change, and migration with UN agencies or international organizations
• – Proven project management and development skills
• – Experience in establishing partnerships with government counterparts, donors, and international organizations
• – Working experience with KOICA is a strong asset
• – Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• – Knowledge of project management principles and M&E practices
• – Resource management skills and familiarity with budget administration
• – Fluency in English required; working knowledge of Korean highly desirable, Swahili an advantage

IOM offers a dynamic work environment fostering inclusion, respect for diversity, integrity, professionalism, and empathy. The position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to empower others.