Job Position for National Project Officer at Private Sector Engagement
National Project Officer – Private Sector Engagement
Organization: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Job Identification: 23375
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Department: Programme Coordination and Innovation
Grade: NO-C (National Officer)
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded
Contract Duration: Up to 9 months (Initial contract: 6 months)
Application Deadline: 16 October 2026
Position Overview
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a qualified National Project Officer – Private Sector Engagement to join the team in Abuja, Nigeria.
Under the supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Head of Programme Coordination and Innovation, the successful candidate will strengthen IOM Nigeria’s private sector engagement portfolio. This role focuses on strategic outreach, partnership development, resource mobilization, corporate engagement, due diligence, and expanding relationships with private sector stakeholders at national, regional, and continental levels.
Key Responsibilities
Private Sector Engagement
Support the implementation of IOM Nigeria’s Private Sector Engagement Strategy through targeted outreach to corporations, foundations, chambers of commerce, and corporate networks.
Map private sector stakeholders and maintain a centralized database to identify partnership, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), visibility, and fundraising opportunities.
Engage with diaspora networks, government ministries, civil society organizations, and International Financial Institutions (IFIs).
Target private sector entities aligned with key priorities, including climate action, youth employment, and regular migration pathways.
Cultivate IFI relationships to explore co-funding and joint programming options.
Programme & Partnership Development
Identify and develop actionable private sector and IFI programme opportunities.
Conduct partner profiling, research, and prepare detailed guidance notes.
Assist internal programme units in establishing strategic partnerships and networks.
Design value propositions that align corporate CSR objectives with IOM operational goals.
Build scalable, innovative partnership models to enhance private sector participation in migration governance.
Compliance & Due Diligence
Facilitate due diligence, legal vetting, and contractual processes for all corporate partnerships.
Coordinate with relevant internal units on risk management, compliance, and ethical screening.
Ensure all engagements adhere to IOM private sector policies and support the Nigeria UNSDCF and IOM Nigeria resource mobilization goals.
Knowledge Management & Reporting
Maintain comprehensive records of private sector, diaspora, and IFI interactions.
Draft high-quality reports, briefing notes, presentations, outreach packages, and communication materials.
Document lessons learned and share best practices across the Programme Coordination and Innovation and Private Sector Partnerships teams.
Coordination & Representation
Represent IOM at private sector platforms, corporate forums, CSR events, and stakeholder meetings.
Coordinate with state institutions, private associations, and international development partners.
Support broader regional private sector engagement activities across West Africa.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Experience Requirements
Master’s Degree in International Relations, International Development, Political/Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Law, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience; OR
Bachelor’s Degree in the above fields with a minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience.
Required Competencies & Skills
Demonstrated track record in private sector outreach, CSR initiatives, corporate fundraising, or partnership development.
Experience delivering technical guidance on private sector integration within development or humanitarian contexts.
Proven ability to conduct actor mapping, manage donor relationships, and facilitate cross-sector partnerships.
Experience in programme design, proposal development, and resource mobilization (highly advantageous).
Proficiency in Results-Based Management (RBM), monitoring and evaluation (M&E) concepts, and writing donor reports.
Excellent analytical, planning, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams, government officials, and external partners.
High level of discretion, judgment, initiative, and proficiency in database and computer applications.
Language Requirements
Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required. Language proficiency may be evaluated via written or oral assessments during the selection process.
Important Notices
Zero Fee Policy: IOM does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, or training) and will never request bank account information.
Submission Protocol: Applications must be submitted through the official IOM e-Recruitment system. Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates should submit their application online through the official portal:
