Staff Counsellor

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Project Context and Scope

On 15 May 2026, the Ministry of Health of the Democratic Republic of Congo declared the country's 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak. IOM is on the front lines with staff completing health screenings, engaging with local communities, capacity building, etc. Staff are exposed daily to high levels of stress and fatigue while working long hours under difficult conditions. The staff counsellor for DRC will support IOM personnel through a variety of interventions including providing counselling services to staff in the field. 
 

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, technical guidance of the Regional Staff Welfare Officer in Regional Office (RO) Nairobi, Kenya, the Head of the Staff Welfare Unit(HQ), Switzerland, and the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (HoSO).