The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Cameroon is seeking a Project Officer for Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion. This role involves providing technical and operational support for projects focused on labour migration, skills development, social protection, and migrant inclusion within the IOM Cameroon Country Office.
The successful candidate will contribute to the full project cycle, from planning to evaluation, ensuring timely delivery of outputs and adherence to IOM and donor requirements. The position involves close coordination with government counterparts and partners at national and regional levels.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | International Organization for Migration (IOM) |
| Location | Not specified, Cameroon |
| Region | Africa |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Application deadline | 12 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Project Officer will support the implementation of donor-funded projects under the Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion Unit, covering areas such as labour mobility, diaspora engagement, skills development, cross-border trade, and socio-economic inclusion. Key responsibilities include assisting with day-to-day project implementation, preparing work plans, providing technical support for labour mobility and skills-based interventions, and supporting diaspora engagement activities. The role also involves working with government counterparts, implementing socio-economic inclusion activities, integrating cross-cutting priorities like gender equality, supervising project staff, coordinating with various IOM units, preparing donor reports, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.
Eligibility
- Master’s degree in Labour Economics, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Law, International Relations, Political Science, Human Rights, Social Sciences, or a related field with two years of relevant professional experience; OR University degree in the above-mentioned fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
- Progressive professional experience in labour migration, labour mobility, skills development, employment, social inclusion, or related migration and development fields, with demonstrated application in African contexts.
- Proven experience in project coordination and implementation, including results-based management, donor reporting, and compliance, preferably within multi-country or regional programmes.
- Hands-on experience engaging with government authorities, regional institutions, UN agencies, international and national organizations, social partners, and private sector actors in Africa.
- Experience supporting initiatives related to skills development, ethical recruitment, migrant worker protection, labour governance, business and human rights, and/or socio-economic inclusion.
- Demonstrated experience working in Central Africa, and/or supporting regional or sub-regional initiatives (e.g., CEMAC, ECCAS), with understanding of regional integration, mobility, and labour dynamics.
- Fluency in English and French (oral and written) is required.
- Working knowledge of Portuguese and other official UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
Benefits
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
Documents Required
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How to Apply
- Submit a duly completed application through the IOM WAVE system.
- Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
FAQs
What is the IOM's policy on recruitment fees?
IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including for application, interview, processing, or training, and does not request bank account information.
What is IOM's stance on misconduct?
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with UN and IOM aims, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. They are committed to child protection and conduct reference and background checks.
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