Protection Assistant AVM Bani Waleed

Job description

CTG overview

CTG was established in 2006, almost 20 years ago, in Afghanistan. We currently operate in 35 countries and have approximately 11,500 staff members committed to good!

But do you know who we are? And what do we do?

We provide tailored Human Resources and Staffing Solutions that support critical global initiatives across Humanitarian and Development sectors, and are now strategically foraying into new industries, including Construction, Energy, and IT, with a focus on high-risk regions.

Here’s a list of services we offer:
•Staffing solutions and HR management services
•Monitoring and evaluation
•Fleet management and logistics
•Facilities management
•Sustainability and Communications Advisory
•Election monitoring and observation
•IT professional services
•Medical assistance

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more.

Overview of position

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non- governmental partners.IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Protection Associate, and the direct supervision of the Senior Protection Assistant (AVM), and in close coordination with other colleagues, the successful candidate will conduct all steps of the case management process for the assigned cases.

Role objectives

• Undertake regular visits to assigned locations in Ben Walid, or at the IOM office, to identify and follow up with protection cases.

• Conduct vulnerability screenings and in-depth assessments in assigned locations to help identify the urgent needs and possible solutions.

• Prepare assistance plans and ensure timely specialized protection support and accurate referrals to health, legal, shelter, psychosocial, education, and other protection services, and follow up to ensure access and effectiveness of support under the supervision of the Senior Protection Assistant (Child Protection).

• Inform beneficiaries of all relevant services available. Refer cases to relevant partner organizations and international organizations for appropriate follow-up and/or to other units within IOM for their respective follow-up;

• Work closely with community members, local leaders, and other stakeholders to promote protection mechanisms, deliver awareness campaigns, and support vulnerable populations. The role will include identifying protection risks, disseminating information, and advocating for solutions that align with community needs

• Undertake regular protection monitoring visits to assigned locations where migrants, IDPs, returnees and vulnerable host communities may reside to assess protection risks and concerns.

• Facilitate focus group discussions, Community dialogues, household visits, and interviews to collect qualitative data on protection risks. Map and identify protection needs, risks, and priorities within the community

• Maintain up-to-date case records of all assigned cases and promptly complete all data entry and reporting requirements;

• Carry out administrative duties as requested;

• Facilitate events with target groups, State actors and service providers in the field on selected protection concerns if required;

• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Project reporting

Senior Protection Assistant (AVM Team Leader)

Key competencies

VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five 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 –

• 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. 

MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators -

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.

• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.

• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Team management

None 

Further information

Skills

• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Mimosa system.

• Knowledge of Protection principles and protection case management

• Strong communication skills

Disclaimer:
· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.
· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility
· CTG encourages all candidates applying for this advertisement to ensure that their candidate profile is up to date with up to date experience / education / contact details, as this will help you being considered further in your application for this role.