• High-school diploma with  five years of relevant working experience; or  Completed university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in the field of social science, political studies focused on community engagement, community recovery with  three years of relevant working experience

• Prior experience in similar positions involving assistance in community recovery, planning and implementing community engagement activities.
• Experience in liaising local and governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.
• Experience in working with local communities on social cohesion is an advantage.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
• Experience related to gender responsive programming, inclusion, and citizens participation, and/or community engagement
• Proven experience on preparation of written reports in an accurate and concise manner

• Excellent organizational, time management and facilitation skills
• Having strong knowledge and skills on project cycle management
• Strong communication, presentation, coordination skills
• Sensitivity to identification of any possible issues, cause of delay or threat to accomplishment of project targets
• Proficiency in computer applications, such as MS Office, Internet Explorer, Oracle
• Valid driving license
• Willingness and ability to conduct travel whenever needed

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written) and in one of the three official languages spoken in BiH.

• 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.

• 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.

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
5. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
6. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
7. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.