VN-EC030-2025-PAP Project Assistant Protection

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

Education

• ​​School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or
• ​Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience​ 

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

 

Experience

• ​​Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• ​Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• ​Demonstrated experience supporting activities related to human trafficking, migrant smuggling, child protection, gender-based violence (GBV), and community-based protection.
• ​Experience in organizing and facilitating community outreach and capacity building workshops on protection topics such as human trafficking, GBV, child protection, and access to services.Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.  

Skills

• ​​AAP (Accountability to Affected Populations): receive and record complaints/suggestions and ensure timely closure within SLA using standard templates.
• ​PSEAH: confidentially identify and channel reports following established protocols (does not conduct investigations).
• ​Data Protection: ensure informed consent, secure storage of participant lists and evidence.
• ​Basic ESMS: apply social screening to activities and minimum mitigation measures; escalate medium/high risks.
• ​IMS/CRM: timely input of attendance records, participant profiles, and referrals; update after each activity.
• ​Simple Tools: conduct pre/post perception and satisfaction surveys; briefly systematize lessons learned.
• ​Excel/Sheets (Intermediate): use validations, simple tables, and prepare biweekly/monthly reports.
• ​Proficiency in Kobo/ODK/Forms, institutional IMS, and collaborative tools (SharePoint/Teams/Drive).
• ​Functional understanding of local protection networks, referral mechanisms, and municipal protocols for public/community events.​ 

Languages

• For this position, fluency in ​Spanish​ is required (oral and written). 
• ​​Oral and written fluency of beneficiary’s languages (English) is an advantage. 

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.

• 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.

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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.

Important: Add the cover letter in the “Supporting Documents” section of your application.