Head of OfficeNew

Leads IOM Slovakia's country-office operations, strategy and programme portfolio under the Sub-Regional Director. The role manages projects, staff, budgets and donor relationships while representing IOM to government, diplomatic missions, UN agencies and partners. It advances country programming, monitors implementation and reporting, and connects national priorities with regional objectives.

• Maintain liaison with government authorities, diplomatic missions, UN agencies, NGOs, voluntary agencies, airlines and public media
• Promote IOM programmes and services in Slovakia and keep the Sub-Regional Office informed of country concerns
• Develop projects and fundraising strategies in response to programme opportunities
• Coordinate project planning, implementation and donor engagement across IOM Slovakia
• Maintain monitoring, evaluation and reporting mechanisms and ensure compliance with reporting obligations
• Manage project personnel, budgets and financial matters with the Sub-Regional Office and country-office staff

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Administration, Law or a related field with five years of relevant professional experience, or a university degree in those fields with seven years
• Fluency in English and Slovak

• Country Office Management
• Strategic Planning
• Donor Relations
• Budget Management
• Project Implementation
• Diplomatic Negotiation
• Humanitarian Programme Management

• Appointment is subject to funding confirmation
• Recommended candidates may be appointed to a similar position for 24 months