Expedited SVN Protection Associate (Capacity Building), for internal candidates only

Kyiv

Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
Location: Kyiv
Grade:
Occupational Groups:
- Education, Learning and Training
- Protection Officer (Refugee)
Closing Date:

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Protection Officer, and with the direct supervision of the Protection Programme Specialist (Capacity Building), the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of IOM Ukraine’s Protection Programming at the oblast/area level, applying protection principles and techniques, interagency and cluster guidelines, adhering to IOM standards and procedures, and collaborating with IOM teams, NGOs, authorities and other relevant partners.

Responsibilities

Provide support to Protection Programme in the implementation of projects, including monitoring of activities and drafting inputs for projects’ reporting and development.
Support with conducting capacity building activities for projects by handling logistical matters, drafting and organizing content, assisting with presentations and materials for group work, and monitoring impact. Such activities may be national, regional, or local/community, necessitating coordination with representatives of government, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders.
Support the use of capacity building content and tools in consultation with various stakeholders. This may include but not be limited to collating technical input and guidance from IOM staff, implementing partners, and government efforts.
Support the Protection Programme’s contribution of technical expertise at various events, coordination structures, and platforms internal and external of IOM and at regional, national and sub-national level, such as operational support to the Protection Cluster’s Anti-Trafficking Task Team, and other working groups, including those led by the Government of Ukraine.
In coordination with the Programme Specialist (Capacity Building), support guidance to the NGO partners and protection field staff oncapacity development component by providing necessary guidelines on procedures and clearances on processes, budget related information, administrative actions and follow ups, projects drafting and reporting.
Support with compiling information on national, regional, and local human trafficking trends, counter-trafficking responses, and relevant protection issues for meetings, workshops, briefings, reporting, knowledge products and other internal and external initiatives.
Contribute to reporting and administration of capacity building activities, such as data collection and entry for reporting writing, facilitating procurement matters, collaborating with colleagues to meet deadlines, maintain files/records and proactively identifying programmatic and operational gaps.
Maintain positive working relationships with relevant stakeholders including partners, beneficiaries, other sector staff and other implementing organizations on the ground.
Undertake duty travel based on programme needs.
Provide regular updates and verify that key information is received from partners, protection field staff and directed to the Programme Specialist (Capacity Building) to improve protection activities and address operational problems by offering alternatives. This includes but is not limited to adhering to technical and administrative guidance and submitting high quality and timely reports.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School diploma with five years of professional work experience; or
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Education, Law and International Relations or related field from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant work experience.

EXPERIENCE

Experience with office administration, event planning and other logistical matters.
Experience with facilitating capacity building activities.
Experience in the thematic area of countering human trafficking, exploitation, and violence, and especially the capacity building pillar.
Experience in liaison and cooperation with governmental authorities, UN partners and NGOs, as well as other internal and external stakeholders
Previous work experience in a governmental, UN or NGO that deals with humanitarian and/or development work is preferable.

SKILLS

Excellent attention to detail and deadlines.
Strong organizational skills (logistics, procedures, archives).
Strong facilitation and public speaking skills.
Strong understanding of English, communicative and writing skills in English.
Proficiency in computer skills, especially in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word etc.) and experience in working with databases and online applications.
Ability to learn new thematic areas, such as those related to IOM’s protection work.

SECTION 5

Languages

REQUIRED

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

DESIRABLE

n/a

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.

Notes

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
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.
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.
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.
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 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)
Initial Contract Duration: 6
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-5

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