• Position Title: Project Assistant (WASH)-2 positions 
• Unit: WASH
• Duty Station: Marib - Yemen
• Type of Contract: Sub-Contract to Stars Orbit Consultants and Management Development / Monthly Contract
• Duration of Appointment: 3 months with possibility for extension 
• Closing Date:  11 November 2026
• Reference Code: CFA2026/YEM/S018 

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged, as well as the internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, the internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context/Reporting line:

Working under the overall supervision of the Operations Officer (WASH) and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Assistant (WASH), support the implementation of IOM’s humanitarian assistance directly in the field.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1.    In coordination with the WASH Officer and direct supervision under Senior Programme Assistant (WASH), support in organizing and monitoring IOM’s emergency field teams to undertake site assessments, site management, and WASH interventions.
2.    Support and coordinate with field teams in undertaking and monitoring assessments and distributions to IDPs, host communities, returnees and other affected communities across the governorate or other governorate as required.
3.    Support in organizing and monitoring site assessments at IDP sites, collecting information on overall services available, including SNFI, CCCM, WASH and other basic needs of the population.
4.    Support in monitoring WASH interventions, assessments and activities conducted by IOM implementing partners or IOM direct implementation as and when required, and report back on progress and issues. 
5.    Assist in coordinating adequate distribution of work and monitor progress of staff on the ground.  
6.    Ensure assessment and verification forms are completed fully and correctly, supporting the field team to correct errors. 
7.    Support in WASH infrastructure design, BOQ, estimations, feasibility analysis, preparing need assessments, organizing monitoring activities, including focus group discussions and post distribution monitoring surveys for beneficiaries assisted directly by IOM and through implementing partners.
8.    Support in the organization of hourly/daily staff as required, ensuring attendance is tracked and staff are remunerated as required, coordinating closely with HR and finance units.
9.    Support the Programme Manager and WASH Officer in building capacity of and training field staff, daily workers and partner staff on undertaking WASH assessments, and all type of WASH interventions.  
10.    Maintain positive relationships with beneficiaries, area representatives, community leaders and local authorities to facilitate IOMs work in target areas. 
11.    Assist in any additional administrative duties as required for the project including preparation of PRs, PRFs and other tasks as required. 
12.    Any other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• University Degree/Certificate or bachelor’s degree in a profession related to WASH

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum Four Years’ Experience (Two for Engineering degree holders) in the humanitarian sector preferable and working in WASH projects with vulnerable individuals as well as managing small- medium sized teams.

Languages:

• Fluency in Arabic is required.

Competencies:

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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.