National Project Officer (Private Sector Engagement)
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IOM Nigeria is recruiting a National Project Officer (Private Sector Engagement) based in Abuja on a Special Short Term Graded contract of up to 9 months (initial 6 months). The role focuses on engaging private sector entities, diaspora networks, IFIs, and government partners to advance IOM’s Private Sector Engagement Strategy, develop partnerships, and support fundraising and programme opportunities in migration governance.
- Based in Abuja, Nigeria
- Special Short Term Graded contract, up to 9 months
- Focus on private sector engagement and partnerships
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IOM Nigeria is recruiting a National Project Officer (Private Sector Engagement) based in Abuja on a Special Short Term Graded contract of up to 9 months (initial 6 months). The role focuses on engaging private sector entities, diaspora networks, IFIs, and government partners to advance IOM’s Private Sector Engagement Strategy, develop partnerships, and support fundraising and programme opportunities in migration governance.
- Based in Abuja, Nigeria
- Special Short Term Graded contract, up to 9 months
- Focus on private sector engagement and partnerships
- Work with IFIs, companies, foundations, and diaspora networks
- Support IOM Nigeria’s Private Sector Engagement Strategy
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SVN - National Project Officer (Private Sector Engagement) at International Organization for Migration (IOM)
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Oct 5, 2026, 9:06 AM
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International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental andnon-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for thebenefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: SVN - National Project Officer (Private Sector Engagement)
Job Identification: 23375
Location: Abuja
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 6
Key Accountabilities
- Private Sector Engagement:
- Support engagement with a broad spectrum of actors, including diaspora networks, government ministries, private sector entities, civil society organizations, and international financial institutions (IFIs) within and beyond Nigeria.
- Support the implementation of IOM Nigeria’s Private Sector Engagement Strategy through targeted outreach, stewardship, and engagement with companies, foundations, chambers, and corporate networks.
- Conduct mapping and maintain an updated database of private sector stakeholders to identify partnership, visibility, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and fundraising opportunities.
- Support relationship-building with IFIs to explore potential funding, partnerships, and programmatic opportunities aligned with IOM’s strategic objectives.
- Identify private sector institutions relevant to priority thematic areas (climate action, youth employment, regular pathways, etc.) and facilitate targeted collaboration.
- Liaise with regional private sector focal points in Dakar and collaborate with HQ PSP to align engagements and leverage global opportunities.
- Programme & Partnership Development:
- Contribute to the development of innovative initiatives aimed at strengthening private sector participation in migration governance.
- Develop value propositions for private sector partners and match their CSR priorities with IOM programmes.
- Support the design of scalable partnership models, modalities, and mechanisms in coordination with PCI.
- Identify and develop new private sector and IFI programme opportunities, including preliminary research, drafting partner profiles, and producing guidance notes.
- Assist in designing approaches to expand IOM Nigeria’s private sector and IFI portfolio.
- Support programme units in developing strategic partnerships and networking opportunities with donors, IFIs, and partners, including international financing institutions.
- Knowledge Management, Communication & Reporting:
- Prepare reports, briefing notes, outreach packages, presentations, and corporate communication products as required.
- Draft visibility, resource mobilization, and partnership engagement materials as required, including reporting on diaspora and IFI contributions.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of private sector, diaspora, and IFI engagement activities, donor communications, and programme files in relevant IOM software applications.
- Document best practices, collect lessons learned, and contribute to knowledge-sharing within PCI and PSP.
- Compliance, Due Diligence & Coordination:
- Support adherence to IOM’s private sector partnership policies, including risk assessment, ethical screening, and internal controls.
- Coordinate closely with PGLS, LEG, Finance, and relevant units on risk management, compliance, and contractual agreements.
- Ensure alignment of private sector engagement with IOM Nigeria’s resource mobilization objectives and the Nigeria UNSDCF.
- Ensure due diligence, legal vetting, and contractual processes are followed for all private sector partnerships.
- Coordination & Representation:
- Support regional private sector engagement efforts in West Africa in close collaboration with the Regional Office.
- Represent IOM Nigeria at meetings, corporate forums, CSR events, stakeholder engagements, and private sector platforms.
- Coordinate with federal and state government actors, private associations, and development partners on private sector initiatives.
- Other Duties:
- Perform any other related duties as assigned.
- Support monitoring of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to private sector partnerships, outreach, and resource mobilization.
- Required Qualifications and Experience
- Education:
- Master’s Degree in International Relations, International Development, Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Law, or related field from an accredited academic institution with five years relevant professional experience; or
- Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
- Bachelor’s Degree in the above fields from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
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Experience in private sector engagement, CSR initiatives, partnership development, or corporate fundraising.
Experience providing technical guidance on private sector engagement within development or humanitarian sectors.
Experience in mapping corporate actors, conducting outreach, facilitating partnerships, and donor relations.
Experience in programme development, proposal writing, or resource mobilization is an asset.
Knowledge and Skills
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- Strong analytical and planning skills; capacity to establish working relationships with governmental authorities, national and international institutions and Non-Governmental Organizations.
- Basic knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts, approaches and methodologies.
- Good level of computer literacy, including database applications.
- Confirmed experience in donor report writing in humanitarian and/or development settings.
- Strong communication, writing and organizational skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
- Ability to work with accuracy under constraints and pressure; high sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment.
- Capacity to supervise and train support staff; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional background.
- Experience with Results Based Management approach and other strategic planning approaches.
- Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, creative thinking.
- Languages:
- All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
- Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
- For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should:
- Click here to apply online
- Application Deadline:
- 16th October, 2026; 12:55 AM.
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