Programme Associate

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title : Programme Associate

Duty Station : Bangkok, Thailand

Classification : General Service (G-5, THB 76,232.00 per month)

Type of Appointment : Special Short-Term Graded Contract

(Initial 6 months with possibility of extension)

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 2 July 2026 (11:59 PM, Bangkok Time)

(Open for Thai Nationals Only)

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.

Organizational Context and Scope

​​​The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Thailand implements a range of national and regional projects aimed at addressing migration challenges and delivering increased protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants in partnership with government, civil society and private sector counterparts.

Under the Protection Unit, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Thailand implements a range of national and regional projects aiming at addressing migration challenges and delivering increased protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants in partnership with government, civil society and private sector counterparts. Through research, policy interventions, capacity-building and outreach, these projects aim to develop sustainable solutions to reduce systemic vulnerabilities and to provide increased support to vulnerable migrants, including victims of trafficking, internally displaced persons, refugees, asylum seekers, unaccompanied minors, and exploited and abused migrants.

Complementing its national programming, IOM Thailand actively engages with regional partners, including ASEAN Sectorial Bodies, Coordinated Mekong Ministerial Initiatives Against Trafficking in Persons (COMMIT) and the Regional Support Office of Bali Process (RSO) to promote coordinated and coherent protections approaches and its responses. This includes strengthening responses to trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants and advancing integrated border management and governance.

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Manager, and the direct supervision of the Project Officer in Bangkok, the incumbent will support the implementation of the Protection and Border Governance Unit (PBGU) initiatives at the regional levels.

Responsibilities

1. ​Assist in the implementation and monitoring of day-to-day Protection and Border Governance project activities.
2. ​Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics, in particular those with a regional component.
3. ​Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information in close coordination with the Resource Management Unit.
4. ​Act as focal point for administrative, logistic and procurement coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. ​Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
6. ​Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
7. ​Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
8. ​Participate in and organize meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, regional partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
9. ​Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
10. ​Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
11. ​Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
• ​Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• 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-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills

• ​Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality is mandatory.
• ​Sound knowledge of programme implementation and evaluation.
• ​Proven understanding of migration dynamics in Thailand and of vulnerabilities experienced by migrant populations.
• ​Demonstrated knowledge of information technology and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.

Languages

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 Thai​ 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.

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.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via IOM e-Recruitment system within the above said deadline referring to this advertisement. Please attach the following documents in your application.

• a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability;
• a curriculum vitae;
• a duly completed IOM Personal History Form which can be downloaded from https://thailand.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1371/files/Vacancies/Form/iom-personal-history-form-270122.xls.

Notes

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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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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