The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is inviting applications from qualified candidates for several positions based in Nairobi, Kenya. As the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration, IOM works closely with governments, development partners, humanitarian agencies, and communities to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
The latest vacancies offer opportunities for professionals with experience in migration management, disaster risk reduction, health, climate mobility, data analysis, and regional migration programming. These positions are ideal for individuals seeking to contribute to regional and international development initiatives while working in a dynamic multicultural environment.
The available positions are outlined below.
- Homebased Consultant – Study to Inform the Development of an EAC Regional Framework on Return and Reintegration of Stranded Migrants
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Home-Based)
Job Category: Consultant
Application Deadline: 15 June 2026
Position Overview
IOM is seeking a consultant to undertake a study that will inform the development of an East African Community (EAC) Regional Framework on Return and Reintegration of Stranded Migrants. The assignment will contribute to strengthening regional cooperation and policy responses related to migrant return and reintegration within East Africa.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Conduct a comprehensive review of existing regional and national policies, frameworks, and practices related to return and reintegration.
• Analyze migration trends and challenges affecting stranded migrants within the East African region.
• Engage relevant stakeholders including government agencies, regional institutions, development partners, and civil society organizations.
• Identify existing gaps and opportunities within current return and reintegration mechanisms.
• Develop evidence-based recommendations to support the establishment of a regional framework.
• Prepare research reports, policy briefs, and technical documentation required under the consultancy assignment.
• Facilitate consultations and validation meetings with key stakeholders.
• Support the incorporation of stakeholder feedback into final study outputs.
• Deliver high-quality reports within agreed timelines.
Role Significance
The consultant will play a critical role in shaping regional migration policy and strengthening mechanisms that support the safe return and sustainable reintegration of migrants across East Africa.
- Disaster Risk Reduction and Early Warning Officer (Data Analysis and Information Management) (P)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Grade: P-3
Job Category: Professional
Application Deadline: 7 June 2026
Position Overview
The Disaster Risk Reduction and Early Warning Officer will support IOM’s efforts to strengthen preparedness, resilience, and risk-informed decision-making through effective data analysis and information management systems. The role focuses on improving the collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of disaster-related information to support humanitarian and development interventions.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead the collection and management of disaster risk reduction and early warning data.
• Develop and maintain information management systems that support emergency preparedness and response.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify disaster trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging risks.
• Produce situation reports, dashboards, maps, and analytical products for decision-makers.
• Support the design and implementation of early warning systems.
• Coordinate with government agencies, humanitarian partners, and regional organizations on data-sharing initiatives.
• Ensure information products meet quality standards and operational requirements.
• Support capacity-building initiatives related to data management and disaster risk reduction.
• Contribute to strategic planning processes through evidence-based analysis.
• Monitor developments related to climate-related risks, displacement trends, and humanitarian emergencies.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Role Significance
The position supports data-driven disaster preparedness and resilience-building initiatives across the region. Effective information management contributes significantly to reducing disaster impacts and enhancing humanitarian response effectiveness.
- Regional Medical Officer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Grade: NO-D
Job Category: National Officer
Application Deadline: 17 June 2026
Position Overview
The Regional Medical Officer will provide technical leadership and oversight for migration health activities across the region. The role supports the implementation of health programmes aimed at improving the well-being of migrant populations and strengthening public health systems.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide technical guidance on migration health programmes and initiatives.
• Support implementation of medical screening and health assessment activities.
• Ensure compliance with medical protocols, standards, and operational procedures.
• Coordinate health interventions targeting migrant and mobile populations.
• Monitor programme performance and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Provide medical expertise during emergencies and public health crises.
• Support disease surveillance, prevention, and response activities.
• Collaborate with governments, healthcare institutions, and international partners.
• Contribute to policy development and strategic planning in migration health.
• Oversee quality assurance processes for medical operations.
• Prepare technical reports, assessments, and programme documentation.
• Support training and capacity development initiatives for healthcare personnel.
Role Significance
The Regional Medical Officer will help strengthen migration health services while ensuring that migrant populations have access to quality healthcare interventions across the region.
- SVN – National Project Officer – Climate Mobility Innovation Lab Africa (CMIL), NOB
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Grade: NO-B
Job Category: National Officer
Position Overview
The National Project Officer will support the implementation of activities under the Climate Mobility Innovation Lab Africa (CMIL). The programme focuses on addressing the growing intersection between climate change, human mobility, resilience, and sustainable development across Africa.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Support planning and implementation of CMIL programme activities.
• Coordinate project operations and ensure timely delivery of outputs.
• Engage government institutions, research organizations, and development partners.
• Support development of innovative approaches to climate mobility challenges.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations, workshops, and knowledge-sharing events.
• Monitor project implementation and track progress against established indicators.
• Collect, analyze, and report project data.
• Support documentation of lessons learned, best practices, and project achievements.
• Prepare donor reports, technical briefs, and programme updates.
• Assist in resource mobilization and partnership-building efforts.
• Promote collaboration among stakeholders working on climate mobility issues.
• Contribute to policy dialogue and evidence generation related to climate-induced migration.
Role Significance
The position supports innovative solutions addressing climate-related displacement and mobility challenges while strengthening resilience among vulnerable communities across Africa.
Why Consider a Career with IOM?
Working with IOM provides professionals with the opportunity to contribute to global migration governance, humanitarian response, public health, climate resilience, and sustainable development initiatives. Staff members work alongside experts from diverse backgrounds while contributing to programmes that directly impact millions of people worldwide.
These opportunities are particularly suitable for professionals interested in:
• Migration management
• Humanitarian response
• Public health and migration health
• Climate mobility and resilience
• Disaster risk reduction
• Information management and data analysis
• Policy development
• Regional development cooperation
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official IOM recruitment platform before the respective deadlines indicated for each position.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the detailed vacancy notices and ensure all required documentation is submitted before the closing dates.
