Project Assistant AVM / CT (Case Management, Training and Capacity Development) at International Organization for Migration - IOM

SVN No.: SVN2023.130

Context

• Irregular migration along the Central Mediterranean Route (CMR) remains one of the most dangerous migration routes worldwide.
• A significant number of Nigerian citizens continue to travel within West Africa and Northern Africa, in search of better economic opportunities.
• IOM data shows that from 2017 to date, 30% of migrants in transit and destination countries in the CMR route experience exploitative practices during their migratory journey and protection services.
• Those willing to return to Nigeria need to have access to comprehensive and sustainable reintegration assistance through national and regional mechanisms which remain limited.
• To meet these challenges and needs, IOM has partnered with the Federal Government of Nigeria, state actors, national and international NGOs in Nigeria, with the support from the European Commission (EU), the governments of The Netherlands, Italy, and Switzerland. Through this partnership, a comprehensive protection program aimed at promoting the security, dignity, and rights of migrants along this dangerous migration route and improve the reintegration of returnees.
• The Migration Governance program focuses on broader program areas which include different types of interventions, such as protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants, counter-trafficking (CT) activities, assistance for voluntary return and reintegration (AVRR), mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), migration data, and facilitating regular migration pathways.
• The Migration Governance program is strategically aimed at fostering synergies through a whole of government and whole of society approach that leverages partnerships with actors in the migration space, strengthening the technical and material capacities of the authorities and organizations for sustainable project outcomes.
• A major component of the migration governance program is the protection assistance program where over 18,000 received comprehensive reintegration assistance.
• Reintegration assistance can be considered sustainable when returnees have reached levels of economic self-sufficiency, social stability within their communities, and psychosocial well-being that allow them to cope with and resist (re)migration drivers. Having achieved sustainable reintegration, returnees are able to make further migration decisions as a matter of choice rather than necessity.
• Working under the overall supervision of the Assistance to Vulnerable Migrants and Counter Trafficking Project Officer, National Project Officer (CT), and direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant PXD (AVM/CT), and in close collaboration and consultation with other units within the Department of Programme Support and Migration Management, the Project Assistant (CT) will contribute to the implementation of activities in the thematic area of Counter Trafficking and Assistance to Vulnerable Migrants under the Protection Division, focusing on administrative and financial management, case management, reporting, and facilitate the provision of direct assistance to trafficked victims, as well as the implementation of service delivery support by partners and the sustainable rehabilitation and reintegration of VoTs.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Counter-Trafficking and Victim Protection activities and deliverables, including timely delivery, quality control, administrative matters, follow-up, and financial support.
• Monitor the case management of vulnerable migrants and victims of trafficking and support, including conducting screening interviews and intake as required.
• Support the identification of TVETs, Service Providers and contribute to strengthen cooperation between IOM and relevant state and non-state actors, including training institutions, involved with providing rehabilitation and sustainable reintegration assistance. Contribute to provide comprehensive assistance to migrants vulnerable to violence, exploitation, and abuse.
• Carry out individual screening interviews with victims of trafficking and other vulnerable migrants and refer them to immediate rehabilitation and recovery support, including medical care, psychological counseling, emergency assistance, hospitalization, as well as shelter assistance for consulted persons, where required.
• Adhere to IOM’s internal guidance, policies, and principles in the identification of target groups and assistance.
• Develop beneficiary profiles, needs assessment, and ensure that information on returnees is codified and stored into a database (MiMoSa) for further processing, analysis, and reporting.
• Facilitate access to justice for VoTs and support coordination of activities for VoTs on their rights and rehabilitation and reintegration opportunities supported by the private sector.
• Support the organization of training, needs assessment, curricular and presentation on assistance to migrants vulnerable.
• Support the sharing and learning on policy and programmatic work and support the strengthening of the culture of knowledge management and sharing among the organization and the program team (covering good practices and lessons learned from programmatic work).
• Provide technical and administrative support to relevant state and non-state actors, including training institutions, involved with providing rehabilitation and sustainable reintegration assistance.
• Support the monitoring of the reintegration of beneficiaries related activities when necessary.
• Conduct field visits, as and when necessary, and perform any other duties as may be assigned.
• Perform other duties assigned within the scope of duty.

Education

• Completed University Degree from an accredited institution in International Relations, Social Science, Economics, Migration Studies, Law, Humanitarian Affairs, or related field with a minimum of two years of progressive relevant experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience.

Experience:

• Experience in providing support to project management is required, preferably in case management, counseling, legal, human relations, and management.
• Knowledge and understanding of IOM’s institutional approach on protection and related strategies, policies, and regulations.
• Experience in migration, protection, and assistance to migrants vulnerable to violence, exploitation, and abuse.
• Experience in working with migrants and source/transit communities; particularly the socio-economic reintegration of returnees or other groups.
• Familiarity with programmatic issues surrounding return, reintegration, and migration management.
• Knowledge and experience in the project cycle, including proposal development, project implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
• Experience working with TVET institutions for skills training of vulnerable migrants.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality is mandatory.
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national / international institutions.

Languages:

• Fluency in English (oral and written) required, working knowledge of the local language.

Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality is mandatory.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint. Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.
• Good communication skills (Oral and Written).
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint. Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.
• Ability to independently carry out tasks.
• Ability to multi-task and to prioritize required.

Required Competencies:
Values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates the ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates a willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.

Core Competencies - Behavioral 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 of 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.

Application Closing Date
9th November, 2023.