Capacity Building Consultant (Protection)

Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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.

 

Project Context and Scope:


This opportunity is open exclusively to international consultants, and the consultancy position will be performed remotely.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) In Iraq operates in camps, informal settlements, and areas of return and relocation to provide specialized protection assistance. IOM’s overarching goal on protection is to place the rights and well-being of migrants, including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), regardless of their status, at the center of its operations. IOM uses a rights-based approach to identify and address needs in humanitarian, transition, and development contexts, seeking to secure individual and group rights and to create a society in which these rights are recognized and upheld. 
 

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in law, political science, human rights, international relations, international development, humanitarian action or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or 

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.   

Experience

• Sound knowledge of foundational concepts in relation to protection and protection mainstreaming. 

• Expertise in the field of humanitarian protection. 

• Demonstrated experience and updated knowledge in the field of research and needs assessment.

• Experience in mediation and facilitation of groups, as well as leadership or facilitation of consultative processes, including the facilitation of consultations online, using accessible technology.

• Knowledge of IASC cluster system and the Global Protection Cluster. 

Skills

• Candidate must be familiar with the UN system, with understanding of IOM being an advantage.

• Ability to foster commitment and build capacity among activity staff and in-country actors on integration and empowerment, including training and workshop facilitation 

• Ability to work under pressure and deliver within the timeframe.

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English is required, and Arabic is preferred.

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 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.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

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

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