CFA 2017/03 (P)- Project Manager, Counter Trafficking (UG) - Cairo, Egypt

Call for Applications

Position Title Project Manager, Counter Trafficking

Duty Station :Cairo, Egypt Classification Professional Staff, Grade UG

Type of Appointment : Special short-term ungraded, 6 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible

Closing Date : 05 March 2017

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.

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Context:

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 human 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 Head of Office and the direct supervision of the Head of MAD (Migrant Assistance Division) Programmes, the incumbent will be responsible for managing the implementation of the counter human trafficking projects “Action to Support the National Coordinating Committee on Combatting and Preventing Trafficking in Persons to Create a Safe and Secure Environment in Egypt” (financed by the EU) and “Strengthening Governmental Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking through Increased Prosecution and Enhanced Victim Protection in Egypt” (financed by US Department of State). Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage and coordinate with the CT Project Assistant the implementation of the abovementioned EU-funded and US Department of State projects.

• Monitor and evaluate all project aspects, including proper identification of beneficiaries, according to IOM standards and procedures as well as donor requirements/standards, with a view to recommend appropriate action for enhanced project implementation and monitoring. • Establish and maintain strong partnerships and liaison with Governmental entities, local authorities, NGOs, International Organizations, donor, other actors linked to the implementation of the project.

Page 1 / 3• Keep abreast of policies, international standards and best practices relating to the rights of migrant, vulnerable migrants and, in particular, victims of human trafficking; support IOM staff in sharing and advocating for their development and implementation with relevant partners in Government and civil society.

• Explore possibilities and carry out expanded collaboration with relevant authorities and partners on project-related activities; identify new project possibilities arising from the IOM CO Egypt’s programs in relation to expressed governmental needs, donors’ priorities and in line with IOM’s mandate and strategy; formulate new programs/projects.

• Prepare all abovementioned project-related documents and reports, ensure proper information exchange on all operational aspects of the project between IOM, donors and other stakeholders; prepare and collate general and specific information on program activities as requested by donors/external parties, IOM Missions, HQs and other internal counterparts as well as other reports, as requested.

• Regularly review and advise the Head of MAD Programmes and the Head of Office on overall direction and strategy of the abovementioned project and other related programmes for effectiveness, coherence and integrity, working to build linkages and synergies with other IOM programs in the Mission.

• Attend staff meetings when and where requested; attend by-weekly MAD team meetings; attend and/or chair or co-chair relevant meeting and working groups when and where requested.

• Supervise the CT Project Assistant.

• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, International relations and/or Law 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

• At least 5 years of professional experience preferably with a Government agency, International or Supranational Organization or NGO in managing implementation of project activities. • Knowledge of human rights, migration management and referral mechanisms of countering human trafficking (prevention, protection and prosecution).

• Experience in raising awareness in the public domain and organizing training for practitioners with different profiles.

• Experience in liaising with governmental and non-governmental institutions, and other sectorial actors, such as International Organizations, donors, etc.

• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience working with MS Office package.

Languages

Fluency in English and French is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage. Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders

Page 2 / 3• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others • Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this Call for Application (CFA) 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, and security clearances.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 05 March 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 20.02.2017 to 05.03.2017

Requisition: CFA 2017/03 (P)- Project Manager, Counter Trafficking (UG) - Cairo, Egypt (54976078) Released

Posting: Posting NC54976094 (54976094) Released

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