PROJECT ASSISTANT (ONLINE LEARNING ASSISTANT) – REMOTE OPPORTUNITY

The International Institute of Humanitarian Law (IIHL) is inviting applications for the position of Project Assistant (Online Learning Assistant) within its Department of International Refugee Law and Migration Law. This is a remote consultancy role supporting international training programmes focused on refugee protection, migration law, and humanitarian education.

Contract Details

Location: Remote / Home-based (with reliable internet connection)
Contract Type: 6-month consultancy (renewable)
Remuneration: EUR 1,100 – 1,500 per month
Application Deadline: 25 June 2026, 12:00 CEST

About the Institute

The International Institute of Humanitarian Law (IIHL), founded in 1970 in Sanremo, Italy, is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization. The Institute delivers training and capacity-building programmes in international humanitarian law, human rights, refugee law, and migration-related fields.

The Department of International Refugee Law and Migration Law works to strengthen the knowledge and skills of government officials, international organizations, civil society actors, and academics involved in the protection of refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), stateless individuals, and migrants.

The Institute holds consultative status with ECOSOC, participatory status with the Council of Europe, and observer status with UNHCR and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).

Role Purpose

The Project Assistant (Online Learning Assistant) will support the planning, organization, implementation, and follow-up of online training courses and capacity-building initiatives. Working closely with Course Coordinators, the role focuses on digital learning support, content development, and administrative coordination.

The assistant will also help manage the Online Learning Platform and ensure smooth delivery of virtual training programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Support planning and implementation of training courses and learning initiatives
Maintain and update the Online Learning Platform (e.g., Moodle)
Provide technical support for tools such as Zoom for Education and Mentimeter
Assist in developing interactive training materials and modules
Conduct research and prepare reports, infographics, and learning content
Design presentations using PowerPoint, Canva, and other tools
Manage communication with participants before, during, and after courses
Support translation of course materials and correspondence
Update databases and assist in reporting after course completion
Perform other administrative and programmatic tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications

University degree in Educational Science, Digital Learning, Instructional Design, Social Sciences, or related field
Fluency in English and one additional language (Spanish, French, or Arabic)
Experience in online course organization or digital learning environments
Proficiency in tools such as Canva, Moodle, Zoom for Education, and Articulate 360
Strong graphic design and visual communication skills
Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in multicultural teams

Desirable Skills

Experience in digital content creation (design, video, photography)
Knowledge of international law, migration, or humanitarian protection
Experience working with displaced persons or vulnerable populations
Familiarity with UN systems or international organizations

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply via the official recruitment portal above. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The selection process may begin before the deadline if suitable candidates are identified.

The Institute strongly encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including persons with lived experience of displacement or statelessness.

Apply here