Senior Movement Operations Associate
(Open to internal and external candidates)
Do you wish to work for a UN Agency focusing on migration and would like to make a meaningful contribution to innovative initiatives on safe, orderly, and regular international migration? Then, please do explore this unique opportunity. You need to have a passion to serve the migrants, have the relevant qualifications & experience and inter-personal communication skills.
IOM India is in search for a qualified, committed, and enthusiastic professional to be a part of exciting initiatives around international migration and mobility.
You are expected to fulfil the following requirements:
Education:
- High school diploma with seven years of work experience; or
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, International Relations, Regional Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant work experience.
Experience In:
- Prior Movement Operations, transportation-related and/or management experience is strongly preferred.
- Work experience in programmes, including movement operations component, particularly in resettlement programmes.
- Experience with supervising multiple teams.
- Experience with communicating with beneficiaries and external partners.
- Experience with handling issues in other countries in the Region.
- Experience with handling complex cases and workflow.
- Experience with filling management-level roles.
Skills:
- Computer/software literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with and lead a team.
- Attention to detail and ability to organise.
- Self-motivated, objective-driven and able to use own initiative and work under pressure with minimum supervision.
- Troubleshooting skills.
- Leadership skills.
How to Apply:
If you think that your qualifications and experience are in line with the above requirements, please go through the following steps:
1. Download the detailed Post Description using the link provided below.
Submit your application by accessing the link
The deadline for submitting applications is 14 November 2026. Please ensure to include the following documents:
a. Cover letter clearly explaining how you fit into the role and why you should be shortlisted.
b. Curriculum Vitae.
c. IOM Personal History Form, to be downloaded using the link below.
2. Please ensure that your application is complete with the above-mentioned documents. The candidates not submitting their applications with the required documents will not be considered.
3. The appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit to take on the role.
4. Only the candidates residing in India and having the right to work in India will be considered.
5. Any attempt for persuasion will be considered as a disqualification.
6. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for assessment.
7. Women candidates are especially encouraged to apply.