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.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Support the PXD team in the delivery of assistance, based on informed consent of beneficiaries, and in line with the principles of assistance of victims of human trafficking and of protection in humanitarian action;
- Assist the Senior Caseworker to conduct interviews with potential victims of trafficking, vulnerable migrants and crises-affected populations, in accordance with international best practice and in a child appropriate and gender sensitive manner;
- Assess assistance needs of beneficiaries and report them to Protection Officer.
- Prepare case management reports for each beneficiary on a regular basis;
- Ensure appropriate data entry for assessed, identified or assisted beneficiaries;
- Assist in the organization and delivery of events on victim identification, referral and assistance as well as on different protection topics;
- Support liaison with relevant stakeholders in order to establish referral pathways and mechanisms for a range of protection cases;
- Contribute to the team’s periodic as well as ad hoc meetings for projects;
- Ensure full adherence to the principles of the Do No Harm Framework throughout all facets of work;
- Document and maintain the confidentiality of all personal information of project beneficiaries to ensure program integrity and compliance to IOM standards of conduct and IOM data protection rules;
- Report on own activities in an efficient, clear and comprehensive manner;
- Effectively follow-up on deadlines, commitments, action points and deliverables;
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
EDUCATION
- High School Degree/Certificate from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant in the above field or
- Bachelor degree in Political or Social Sciences, Human Rights, International Affairs, Migration Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience in one or more of these key protection areas: counter trafficking, GBV, child protection or general protection;
- Demonstrated experience in case management in one of the key protection areas and referrals;
Excellent interpersonal and listening skills;
- Excellent writing and communication skills;
- Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results; capacity to work effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
- Computer knowledge, including of the use of Microsoft Office;
- Experience with international organizations or international NGOs is an advantage.
Languages
REQUIRED
fluency in French and English is required (oral and written). For all applicants.
DESIRABLE
Working knowledge in Arabic
Required Competencies
Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
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.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.