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Compound Maintenance Assistant

Job Description

Open to Internal and External Candidates

  • Position: Compound Maintenance Assistant
  • Organizational Unit: Procurement and Logistics Unit
  • Duty Station: Yemen, Aden
  • IOM Classification: UG – Ungraded
  • Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) Ungraded Contract, 6 Months (With a possibility of renewal up to 9 months)
  • CFCV No.: CFCV2026. 21858
  • Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Closing Date : Wednesday, 7th July 2026

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

Organizational Context and Scope:

Working in accordance with the overall directives of the Supply Chain Officer and under the direct supervision of the Supply Chain Assistant, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
 
Responsibilities:

1.    Routine general Maintenance of office Generator and solar panel systems settings submit monthly report to Supply Chain Officer Officer and ensure change of oil and filters after every 150hrs, inspect the wires, maintain and keep them sustainable always.
2.    Maintain proper log book of generator maintenance and spare part track record and conduct regular visual inspections of solar energy PV modules for cracks, physical damage, or shading.
3.    Assist in office routine maintenance within IOM offices and Guesthouse premises.
4.    Provide general electricity repairs within the office- and Guesthouse compounds by monitoring and maintaining all the required equipment and ensuring they are operational, safe and efficient.
5.    Provide general maintenance of water- and sewer infrastructure including repair of water pumps when-/if required.
6.    Proactively undertake daily inspections of buildings and outdoor areas. Replace lightbulbs, conduct small repairs and report on issues beyond own capacity to solve.
7.    Train and ensure the gardener and all the guards know how to switch on/off both generators and solar energy system safely, main power circuit, contactors, partitions, etc.
8.    Fix and install new electrical points, emergency lights and cables when needed.
9.    Liaise and coordinate with IT unit to address related electrical issues.
10.    Provide a monthly report of the undertaken work, typical problems, identify potential or recurring problems, and take appropriate action. Troubleshoots equipment, diagnose problems and repair.
11.    General maintenance of the generators 2-3 times a week as well as during outages as requested.
12.    Will provide technical support to contractor while working in IOM premises or wherever needed technical assistance.
13.    Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Completion of Secondary Education (High School diploma) is required.
  • Technical or vocational certificate in electricity, plumbing, HVAC, or civil engineering is highly desirable. Accredited Universities are those listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) Portal.

Experience

  • Minimum of 1 to 2 years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, facilities support, or mechanical trades.

Skills:

  • Proficiency in handling power tools and basic electrical measuring instruments safely.
  • Ability to maintain basic logbooks and record keeping.

LANGUAGES

  • For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
  • IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
  • Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
  • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
  • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. 

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)

  • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
  • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
  • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

  • please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.
  • Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
  • IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
  • IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
  • IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
  • No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies, IOM Careers and Job Vacancies | International Organization for MigrationAs part of the application process, all candidates, regardless of the type or duration of the contract, must disclose any known relative who works for IOM or is engaged with IOM in any capacity.

Non-compliance with the relative disclosure requirement can constitute a basis for withdrawal of offer of employment, or if the employment has begun, terminating the employment contract and/or disciplinary action.


How to Apply

Interested internal candidates are invited to submit their applications via the following link:

Internal: CFCV2026. 21858 Aden Compound Maintenance Assistant - UG Job Share

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External:

Aden Compound Maintenance Assistant - UG - IOM Careers

All applications should include a functional email address, mobile numbers and detailed curriculum vitae (CV).

“Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted”.

Posting period: 1 July 2026 to 7 July 2026