National Project Development and Reporting Officer

About the role

The National Project Development and Reporting Officer provides direct support to the Chief of Mission and the IOM Regional Office, shaping strategy for the Country Offices in Mauritius and Seychelles. The role focuses on programme development, management, reporting, and stakeholder liaison.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to results‑based programme and project design, concept notes and proposals in coordination with senior management, UNCT, donors and government partners.
• Review resource needs, document gaps and opportunities, and align projects with IOM global, regional and country strategies.
• Support endorsement processes for concept notes and proposals, and assist Project Managers in drafting donor reports.
• Research funding opportunities, prepare donor profiles and guidance notes, and help expand IOM’s donor base.
• Maintain effective relationships with donors, government authorities, diplomatic missions and other partners.
• Prepare visibility and resource‑mobilisation materials, organise donor briefings and visits.
• Deliver capacity‑building workshops on programme development, reporting and the Strategic Results Framework.
• Maintain accurate records of correspondence, project development and reporting files in IOM’s software applications.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Development, Migration Studies, Law or related field with at least five years relevant experience, OR a bachelor’s degree with seven years relevant experience.
• Proven experience in results‑based project development, technical writing and editing, and donor reporting.

Required skills