AVRR Project Assistant

Italy

Job Info

• Job Identification 22711
• Posting Date 08/19/2026, 10:44 AM
• Apply Before 09/02/2026, 09:59 PM
• Contract Type Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
• Org Type Country Office
• Vacancy Type Vacancy Notice
• Grade G-4
• Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response? No

Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the general supervision of the Director, Coordination Office for the Mediterranean and Chief of Mission in Italy and Malta, the coordination of theSenior Programme Associate (Migration) and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of the AVRR counselling and activities related to the project Training, Assistance and Territorial Support for the Efficiency of Assisted Voluntary Returns.

The position is based in the CALABRIA Region.

Responsibilities

• Support in establishing close contacts with the local stakeholders dealing with migrants and migration management (municipalities, local entities, NGOs, diaspora groups, etc.) in order to support them in providing AVRR information/counselling to migrants and strengthen national AVRR referral mechanisms;
• Provide AVRR information sessions and tailor‑made counselling to all Third Country Nationals (TCNs) potentially interested in returning to their CoOS;
• Submit AVRR applications through the online system of the Ministry of Interior to the Prefectures competent for the migrants’ place of residence, and keep in good order all the documents related to each potential returnee, securing the appropriate caseload filing;
• Disseminate the AVRR information material in close coordination with the Project Coordinator;
• Support migrants in filling in the AVRR application and forward the complete files to the IOM AVRR Team, securing if necessary, the issuance of travel documents by the consulates;
• Maintain close coordination with Police Headquarters (Questure), Immigration Offices and Prefectures to facilitate the assessment and authorization process of migrants eligible for AVRR assistance.
• Assist in organizing transportation of medical and non-medical cases, including taking necessary contacts with the local medical facility and personnel to obtain the necessary medical documentation as requested by the IOM AVRR Doctor;
• Collect and compile information relevant for statistical reporting and migrant profiling, and contribute to the identification, development and dissemination of success stories and testimonies related to AVRR beneficiaries and project activities.
• Perform other tasks related to the execution of the project, as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

University degree in International Relations, Law, Social, Political or Economic Sciences, Social Work, Migration or Development Studies, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

High School diploma, with four years of relevant professional experience.

At least two years of working experience in the migration sector;

Experience providing direct assistance to migrant populations, also in vulnerable situations;

Proven working experience in dealing with the Italian institutions at central and local level, civic society, and diaspora groups;

Experience working in a multicultural team;

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