ICMPD is hiring two Project Officers (LP2) in Tunis, Tunisia, on a 24-month staff contract with a monthly net-base salary of TND 6,112, to support the EU-funded Border Management Programme for the Maghreb Region (BMP Maghreb) - Tunisian Component. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the vacancy and set out the role, requirements, benefits and application steps below; applications close on 29 November 2026.
About the Project Officer Role in Tunis
The Project Officer is based in Tunis and supports the implementation of the EU-funded BMP Maghreb Tunisian Component, which aims to strengthen the operational and institutional capacities of Tunisian authorities in border management, particularly maritime surveillance and capacity development. The officer implements and coordinates activities throughout the full project life cycle, in alignment with the regulatory framework, standard administrative practices and operating procedures of ICMPD and within assigned work plans and budgets.
🔢 Vacancies: 2
🆔 Vacancy number: VA26P181V01
🏢 Organizational unit: Mediterranean
📍 Location: Tunis, Tunisia
🎚️ Grade: LP2
⏱️ Duration: 24 months (staff contract)
💶 Salary: monthly net-base salary of TND 6,112.00
Functional Overview
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Officer supports new project development, knowledge management and resource mobilisation activities, and contributes to capacity development to support all stakeholders and partners in improving their capabilities.
Key Results
🗂️ Project cycle implementation: in support of the Project Manager, full life cycle implementation is handled and coordinated, including regular review of project plans, coordination and deployment of resources and monitoring of budgets; status of deliverables and progress on risk mitigation are reported regularly, including financial and resource utilisation; implementation is underpinned by outreach, communication and project visibility activities
⚙️ Project operations and resource utilisation: processes and workflows are created for the project team to ensure positive progress and effective utilisation of project funds; mutual development and feedback with team members; short-term contracts for experts, consultants and service providers are managed and their performance reviewed in accordance with terms of reference and specifications
📝 Stakeholder management: project-related documents are researched and drafted, including status updates, reports, budget overviews and discussion papers, to assist the Project Manager with the flow of information to stakeholders and donors; project events, meetings and workshops are organised and coordinated in line with the work plan
💡 Project development: in collaboration with the Project Manager, new project concepts and potential resources are identified and developed, based on a review of project results and the recording of best practices and lessons learned
Required Expertise
🌍 Full project cycle: capability to implement activities of the full project cycle in an international context
💶 Budgets and plans: ability to draft and monitor work plans and budgets in line with financial regulations and administrative instruments, as well as reporting tasks
🔧 Innovation: ability to integrate new approaches and innovations and ensure cost-effective use of project funds
🤝 Working relations: capability to establish good working relations with project teams and stakeholders
📣 Communication: effective communication, outreach and networking
Qualifications, Experience and Language Skills
🎓 Education: Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field; a first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master's degree
💼 Experience: minimum of 3 years of experience in full project cycle implementation in the field of migration or a relevant related field, at the international level
✍️ Skills: good organisational, drafting and communication skills
🗣️ Languages: proficiency (verbal and written) in English and French is required; proficiency in Arabic, particularly Tunisian Arabic, is an asset
💻 IT: proficiency in the use of standard IT tools
Allowances and Benefits
💶 Salary: monthly net-base salary of TND 6,112.00
🏦 Provident Fund: participation in the ICMPD Provident Fund
🩺 Insurance: health and accident insurance
🏖️ Leave: six weeks' annual leave
👨👩👧 Allowances: where applicable, dependent's allowance and mobility and mobility-related allowances
How to Apply
🖥️ Register and log in on the ICMPD Careers portal to apply for vacancy VA26P181V01
📄 Mandatory documents: Passport/ID and Diploma (Diploma1)
📎 Optional documents: Certificate (Certificate1) and a second Diploma (Diploma2)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary of the ICMPD Project Officer in Tunis?
The monthly net-base salary is TND 6,112.00. Benefits include participation in the ICMPD Provident Fund, health and accident insurance, six weeks' annual leave and, where applicable, dependent's and mobility-related allowances.
Which project does the Project Officer support?
The officer supports the EU-funded Border Management Programme for the Maghreb Region (BMP Maghreb) - Tunisian Component, which strengthens the capacities of Tunisian authorities in border management, particularly maritime surveillance and capacity development.
How long is the contract?
The assignment lasts 24 months under a staff contract, based in Tunis, Tunisia.
What experience and languages are required?
A minimum of 3 years of experience in full project cycle implementation in migration or a relevant related field at the international level. English and French are required; Arabic, particularly Tunisian Arabic, is an asset.
Which documents do I need to upload?
Mandatory documents are Passport/ID and a Diploma (Diploma1). Certificate1 and Diploma2 are optional.
Deadline
⏳ 29 November 2026
Link
🔗 Apply here: https://careers.icmpd.org/Home/JobOpeningDetails?jobOpeningId=1233
