The Team Assistant will support the implementation of ongoing projects implemented by ICMPD in Pakistan, focusing on strengthening migration governance, migrant protection, awareness raising/outreach, and the promotion of safe and regular migration pathways. The role will contribute to project activities across the migration cycle, including administrative and operational support to stakeholder coordination, events, and service delivery through Migrant Resource Centres (MRCs).
The Team Assistant will report to the Project Manager, MRCs – Pakistan, and work closely with project teams and relevant stakeholders and service providers.
Required Expertise
Ability to provide effective administrative support to assigned project activities.
The capability to establish effective relationships within teams to understand and meet their needs.
Ability to gather and analyse information, identifying critical relationships and patterns among data and proposes workable solutions.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues from different cultural and professional backgrounds.
Upon consultation with supervisor/manager, ability to make decisions in full compliance with ICMPD’s operational regulations and rules.
Client orientation.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field. High school diploma or equivalent with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
Relevant working experience is considered commensurate in lieu of degree or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience in an international context.
Experience in the organisation of events and meetings.
Knowledge and use of standard IT systems – knowledge of SAP is an asset.
Good organisational skills.
Experience in managing conflict priorities and working with tight deadlines.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in (verbal/written) English and Urdu is required. Knowledge of local languages, including Punjabi, Pashto, Saraiki, and/or Balochi, is considered an asset.
