International Organization for Migration (IOM) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of National Policy and Liaison Officer in Ethiopia

Job Overview

• Job Title: National Policy and Liaison Officer
• Organization: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
• Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Closing Date: August 26, 2025

About IOM

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), which was established in 1951, is the main intergovernmental organization for migration.

IOM collaborates with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental entities to ensure that migration is conducted in a humane and orderly manner. This, in turn, generates good results for all involved.

Job Overview

The National Policy and Liaison Officer is responsible for executing the operational and administrative functions of continental programs in coordination with the Director for the Special Liaison Office (SLO) to the African Union (AU) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). The latter will liaise with the different parties to be sure that they work together smoothly, they will also be in charge of coordinating the execution of the IOM AUC-African Development Bank (AfDB) multi-country project.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate with sponsors, collaborators, and stakeholders to make the work easier.
• Participate in project management and donor reporting on time.
• Keep an eye on the accountable and financial issues of the AfDB projects that are funded.
• Be part of the process of writing guidelines on missing migrants in Africa.
• Assist in generating ideas and introducing the 3rd edition of the Africa Migration Report (AMR).
• Create work plans, project budgets, and monitoring & evaluation tools.
• As the program progresses to the implementation stage, it’s crucial to consider the factual requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Political Science, Law, International Relations, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Economics, or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with two years of relevant experience.
• Experience:
  • Experience with African Union Institutions and Regional Economic Communities in migration governance and displacement issues.
  • Proven skills in policy design, implementation, and research on development and migration topics.
  • Strong analytical and drafting skills, with a good understanding of project management and donor relations.
• Languages:
  • Fluency in English is required.
  • Knowledge of UN and African Union official languages is an advantage.

Additional Notes

• The selection process is subject to funding confirmation.
• Candidates may be eligible for similar positions for 24 months.
• National Professional Officers are required to be citizens of the nation in which they work.
• IOM maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding discrimination and harassment.
• Applications must be submitted through the IOM online recruitment system, and no fees are charged during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the IOM online recruitment portal by the closing date.