SVN 2017/222 (P) - Protection Officer (P2) - Multiple Duty Stations (Central and West Africa)

Position Title Protection Officer

Duty Station : MultipleDutyStations(Central&WestAfrica)

Classification :Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 07 December 2017

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. IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia

(Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

their migratory journey along the routes of the Central Mediterranean.

To meet these challenges, the European Union (EU) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have developed the Joint Initiative for Migrant Protection and Reintegration in Africa (hereinafter “Joint Initiative”). Implemented in 14 countries (Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal and The Gambia) through 14 specific actions, it aims to protect the security, dignity and rights of migrants along this important and dangerous migration route and to help in improving the reintegration of returnees through an innovative approach. This will be achieved through different types of interventions including protection and assistance to vulnerable and stranded migrants, assistance for voluntary return, support for sustainable reintegration in the communities of origin, the dissemination of accurate information on migration to migrants, potential migrants and communities, and the collection of data on migration flows. The Initiative will aim to strengthen the technical and material capacities of authorities and organizations involved in these areas so that they can ultimately take over the policies and programmes related to the protection and reintegration of migrants developed and/or strengthened in the region, with a view to improving the governance of migration in the region. Page 1 / 4Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, with the thematic support of the Regional Specialist on Migrant Assistance, and the direct supervision of the Joint Initiative Project Manager, the Protection officer is responsible for coordinating and implementing migrant assistance and protection activities in the country. Activities will be carried out in coordination with the United Nations, coordinated humanitarian strategies and government counterparts. Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Carry out preliminary assessments of protection needs, identify problems/gaps and propose/prioritize timely practical actions to respond to particular protection problems. 2. Regularly participate in inter-agency protection fora (e.g. protection cluster, child-protection sub-cluster, Gender -Based Violence sub-cluster, relevant task forces, etc.) and monitor the protection needs of mobile populations as well as communities affected by mobility and their systematic reporting and resolution.

3. Coordinate assistance to individual cases of concern and facilitate referral and treatment (e.g. screening, interview, counselling, referral or assistance, depending on programme capacities). 4. Monitor and provide technical guidance to implementing partners delivering protection services on behalf of IOM.

5. Support the coordination of transit centres for migrants and sub-offices in coordination with other managers and the Chief of Mission.

6. Draft periodic and regular reports covering protection activities; prepare briefing, statistical/narrative reports and background information as required including specific information requested by Governments and other entities.

7. Assess training needs on protection issues and need for capacity building among local authorities, local NGOs, International NGOs, the UN country team and other stakeholders. 8. Supervise protection assistants, provide training and promote inclusion into training programmes and ensure regular performance appraisals.

9. Communicate with appropriate IOM units and field offices, including with psychosocial assistance, counter-trafficking and programmes assisting other vulnerable groups that are on-going within the Mission, RO Dakar and Headquarters (HQs) relevant counterparts. 10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Law, Development Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Social Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

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

• Previous work on protection (e.g. child protection, counter-trafficking) including in the provision of direct assistance to vulnerable groups;

• Experience in managing teams, mentoring and delivering trainings;

Page 2 / 4• Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International NGOs) preferable;

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong strategic and creative thinking; • Experience in project management and monitoring and evaluation an asset;

• Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines;

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;

• Ability to guide and supervise staff and coordinate administrative matters;

• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives

Languages

Fluency in English required for all duty stations. Working knowledge in French may be required for some of the advertised positions.

Note

As part of the application process, candidates may indicate which country(ies) they do not want to be considered for.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

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

• 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 vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Page 3 / 4Appointment 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 07 December 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 24.11.2017 to 07.12.2017

Requisition: SVN 2017/222 (P) - Protection Officer (P2) - Multiple Duty Stations (55257029) Released Posting: Posting NC55257045 (55257045) Released

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