Organizational context: Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the UN agency for migration, working with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is committed to the principle that human and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. The organization addresses the growing operational challenges of migration management, advances understanding of migration issues, fosters social and economic development through migration, and upholds the human dignity and well-being of migrants.
Job purpose: This role serves as a Project Assistant (Legal Counsel) within the IOM, contributing to the organization's mission of promoting humane and orderly migration. The primary purpose is to provide essential legal guidance and support to beneficiaries of a reception facility in Spain. By offering information on rights, obligations, and administrative/legal options, the role directly impacts the well-being and integration of migrants. The position ensures beneficiaries are informed about procedures, documentation,
and access to public services, facilitating their navigation of the Spanish legal framework. This support is crucial for upholding the dignity and welfare of migrants, aligning with IOM's core principles and operational objectives in migration management.
Responsibilities: Provide individual and group legal guidance to beneficiaries of the reception facility regarding their rights, obligations, and available administrative and legal options in Spain. Conduct initial legal assessments and follow-up interviews, identifying specific needs, vulnerabilities, and protection risks requiring specialized attention. Ensure accurate completion of forms, files, and databases in compliance with standard operating procedures and data protection requirements. Precisely and confidentially record legal orientations, actions taken, and referrals made. Prepare periodic reports, statistics, case summaries, and other documentation
📌 Asistente de Proyecto (Madrid)
🏢 IOM
📍 Madrid