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Project Assistant (Hygiene Promotion and Distribution)

Doha

  • Organization: IOM Qatar - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: Doha
  • Grade: Administrative support - Administrative Services and Support - Generally no need for Higher Education
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Environment
    • Logistics
    • Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)
    • Transport and Distribution
    • Project and Programme Management
  • Closing Date: 2024-05-08

Job Description

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
 
Context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management, advanced understanding of migration issues, encourage social and economic development through migration, and uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants of affected by the ongoing emergency.

Under the overall supervision of the Project Officer (NFIs and Distribution), the direct supervision of the and daily supervision of the Snr Project Assistant (Hygiene Promotion and Distribution) working closely with the IOM Units (Community Engagement Unit, RMM, MHD, Protection, MHPSS, SMS, and Education) the incumbent will be responsible for performing the following tasks:

Responsibilities

  1. Under the guidance of the project coordinator and senior project assistant, participate in the planning of hygiene promotion and community participation activities.
  2. Participate in the direct implementation of hygiene and health promotion activities in the CAS transit camp. This includes:
    • Conducting household visits
    • Facilitating hygiene awareness sessions
    • Distributing hygiene promotion materials
    • Facilitating Menstrual Hygiene Sessions for women and girls
    • Environmental cleanliness
    • IYCF awareness sessions
    • Interpretation of messages and information to guests 
  3. Assist the Project Officer in the coordination of - Water, sanitation, and hygiene regarding WASH-related beneficiary preferences. 
  4. Support managing day-to-day hygiene promotion activities in the field.
  5. Provide technical support and training for hygiene promoters and community volunteers.
  6. Distribute Information, Communication, and Education (IEC) materials to community hygiene promoters.
  7. Support the coordination with the relevant stakeholders at CAS and the IOM unit on hygiene and sanitation-related matters, such as awareness raising. 
  8. Provide regular and timely progress reports related to hygiene promotion activities.
  9. Participate in drafting, adapting, reviewing SOPs and visibility (IEC) materials for hygiene activities in CAS.
  10. Participate in distribution of non-food items (NFIs) and supplementary food items (SFIs)
  11. Contribute to producing Daily/weekly/monthly distribution reports, and monitor the recycling procedure including cleaning, collection, and redistribution of NFIs.
  12. Bring to the Assistance Programme Manager and the NFIs Project Manager's attention any challenges on NFI hygiene products and ensure quality delivery of service.
  13. Assist in promoting a respectful working environment free of harassment, retaliation and prevent sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH); this includes identifying PSEAH risks in NFIs operations and implementing the PSEAH risk mitigation plan in the area of responsibility.
  14. Perform other duties as required within the competencies and responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications

Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in public health, Environmental Health, Sociology, Development and humanitarian studies or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of experience in WASH promotion, community/public health promotion and participation in camp setting, or,  
  • Completed high school with at least five years of relevant experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
 
Experience
  • Professional experience in humanitarian hygiene promotion (WASH), Public health Promotion, Shelter and NFIs programming, community engagement and participation.
  • Prior relevant professional experience in NFIs distribution in a humanitarian context
  • Prior experience working in camps. 
  • Preferable prior experience working with a United Nations agency in an emergency context. 
  • Knowledge of working with migrants and refugees. 

Skills

  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and familiarity with Publisher) and Office 365 (SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams).
  • Excellent operational, organizational, and communication skills and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
  • Proven experience in drafting reports and other information products
  • Experience in project management, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting will be an advantage.
Languages

REQUIRED

For this position, fluency in Pashtu and Dari 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.
Notes
  1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  2. 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.
  3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
  4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
  5. 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.
  6. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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