National Project Officer (Cash and Distribution)

About the role

The National Project Officer (Cash and Distribution) will support IOM Ukraine’s cash‑based programme, overseeing unified and group cash transfers to populations of concern in frontline and selected territories. The role contributes to humanitarian outcomes by ensuring efficient delivery of cash assistance and coordination across IOM support units and implementing partners.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in the technical design and coordination of cash‑based interventions (CBI) in Ukraine.
• Coordinate implementation of needs and market assessments to inform appropriate CBI modalities.
• Assist in operational, administrative and financial monitoring of CBI in line with IOM policies and donor requirements.
• Identify and engage suitable transfer mechanisms and financial service providers.
• Collect, verify and analyse data, update information management systems and social media platforms with project updates.
• Prepare and disseminate project reports and liaise with partners, attending cash working groups and related meetings.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Political Science or related field with two years relevant experience, or a Master’s degree.
• Experience in cash programming within humanitarian contexts, preferably in emergency and conflict settings.
• Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons and other vulnerable groups.
• Experience liaising with governmental authorities, NGOs, international institutions and the private sector.

Required skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).