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Expedited SVN_Protection Field Assistant (internal only)

ukhia | Teknaf | Coxs Bazar

  • Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: ukhia | Teknaf | Coxs Bazar
  • Grade: Administrative support - Administrative Services and Support - Generally no need for Higher Education
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
  • Closing Date:

Job Description

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

Under overall supervision of the Field Protection Coordinator, and under the direct supervision and guidance of the Protection Senior Field Assistant and in close coordination with the GBV, Counter-Trafficking (CT), and Child Protection subunits, the successful candidate will be implementing Protection activities in the camp settlements in Ukhia and/or Teknaf sub-districts.

 

Responsibilities

1. Provide regular updates and ensure that key information is received from other staff and partners and directed to the Protection Field Coordinator and the Protection Officer to improve Protection activities and address operational problems by offering alternatives.  This includes submitting high quality, frequent, and timely reports.

2.    Assist the Protection Field Coordinator in serving as the Protection Focal Point for the assigned camp by, for example, representing IOM Protection in camp and Sector-level meetings, donor visits, and interacting with relevant partners on Protection issues.

3.    Coordinate activation and deactivation of the Protection Emergency Response Unit (PERU) during emergencies and other situations of heightened threats and risks. Also maintain contact and regular communication with PERU members before and during extreme weather-related events and other emergencies.

4.    Implement protection activities, including but not limited to interacting with and assisting beneficiaries with Protection needs, identifying Protection gaps, suggesting ideas to address Protection issues and risks, facilitating cooperation, and encouraging the use and respect of protection principles.

5.    Conduct regular household visits and general monitoring visits to internally displaced persons (IDP) households to identify protection concerns and persons with specific needs (PSNs).

6.    Assist in the collection and analysis of data relevant to the Rohingya population and their protection concerns.

7.    Ensure daily presence (working hours) at the protection desk and individuals to partners for the appropriate interventions. Record persons with specific needs and refer them to the appropriate service providers and ensure clients referred are documented in the referral recording book on a daily basis and follow up with the clients to ensure meaningful access to services.

8.    Assist the Protection Field Coordinator with designing training modules and tools on topics such as human rights and basic protection principles for Community Protection Committees and other community structures. Support the Community-Based Protection efforts by organizing and conducting outreach activities, such as community events, trainings, interacting with community members, other sectors and focal points, disseminating information on available services, conducting participatory community risk-mapping, and updating service mapping and referral pathway tools.

9.    Prepare all necessary documentation for each activity (including weekly vehicle movement plans, order requests, payment requests, etc.) and for the reconciliation of the money spent during each activity and work with the Field Protection Coordinator and Field Protection Officers to create weekly work plans to schedule the team’s program activities.

10.    Liaise and build partnerships with block leaders, chiefs, community leaders and other relevant actors to encourage participation in, support for and a better understanding of the program activities.

11.    Participate in coordination meetings as requested by Protection Field Coordinator
12.    Contribute to reporting and administration of field activities, such as drafting quality content, collaborating with colleagues to meet deadlines, and proactively identifying programmatic and operational gaps.    

13.    Perform other tasks that may be assigned.
 

Qualifications

Education
  • University degree, preferably in Law, Political or Social Sciences, or Social Work, or competencies equivalent to a combination of training and experience
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
 
Experience

•     A minimum of three years of relevant experience with graduation or five years for the candidates with school diploma.

•     Experience in the field of migration, IDP and refugee assistance and protection (including specific experience on Protection)

•    Experience in emergency operations and liaison with other UN and non-UN humanitarian actors.

•    Knowledge of the region and/or country an advantage.
 

Skills

•    Knowledge of foundational concepts in relation to protection and protection mainstreaming (IASC Protection Policy, Sphere Standards, Child Protection Minimum Standards, ICRC Professional Protection Standards, GBV Standard Operating Procedures; IASC GBV Guidelines; IASC Gender Handbook; WHO Ethical and Safety Recommendations for Researching, Documenting and Monitoring Sexual Violence in Emergencies; Camp Management Toolkit etc.)
•    Knowledge of IASC cluster system and inter-agency work in crisis response. 
•    Candidate must be familiar with the UN system. 
 

Languages

REQUIRED
For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE
Working knowledge in Bangla and Chittagonian dialect  
 

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.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
  • 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 (Level 1) (applicable only if position is with direct reports)
  • 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.
Notes
  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.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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Job info

Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-5
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