Project Assistant (CT/AVM) at International Organization for Migration - IOM

SVN No.: SVN2021.098
Organizational Unit: Migration Management (Migrant Protection and Assistance)
IOM Classification: G5
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) 6 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Context

• Irregular migration, particularly along the Central Mediterranean route from Nigeria- North Africa- Europe, is extremely dangerous. These migrants experience more gross human rights violations and mortalities compared to any other migration route around the globe.
• The International Organization for Migration (IOM) remains committed to intensify efforts to protect the high number of migrants rescued at sea, and along the central Mediterranean route, by strengthening collaboration with key stakeholders in transit countries, and work with Government stakeholders, UN Agencies, and civil society in countries of origin, to address the drivers of irregular migration and strengthen direct assistance for vulnerable migrants. There is need to raise awareness among actors, returned and potential migrants on the benefits of safe migration and steps they can take in addressing violence, exploitation and abuse.
• Under the overall supervision of the Project Officer (CT/AVM), and under direct supervision of the National Project Officer (CT), and in close coordination with the Protection Officer, the successful candidate will provide contribute to the implementation of activities in the thematic area of Counter Trafficking and Assistance to Vulnerable Migrants under the Migration Management unit, addressing prevention of human trafficking and provision of direct assistance to trafficked victims, liaising with the MHPSS staff and support in the provision of psychosocial support and psychological first aid (PFA) trainings. In particular, s/he will:

Core Functions / Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following activities:

• Support the implementation of the Counter-Trafficking (Awareness Raising) and Victim Protection activities and deliverables, including timely delivery, quality control, administrative matters, follow-up and financial support.
• Facilitate cooperation with national stakeholders, organize work meetings, workshops and training sessions of partner NGOs, local authorities and public institutions, engaged in the process of identification, referral and support of VoT and vulnerable migrants.
• Provide technical and administrative support to relevant state and non-state actors, involved with awareness raising activities, as well as providing rehabilitation and sustainable reintegration assistance.
• Monitor the case-management of vulnerable migrants and victims of trafficking and support, including conducting screening interviews and intake as required.
• Carry out individual consultations with victims of trafficking and provide immediate rehabilitation and recovery support, including coordination of medical care, psychological counselling, emergency assistance, hospitalization, as well as shelter assistance for consulted persons, if needed. Adhere to IOM’s internal guidance, policies and principles in the identification of target groups and assistance provision.
• Develop the beneficiary profile and needs assessment formats and ensure that information on returnees is codified and stored into a database (MiMOSA) for further processing, analysis and reporting;
• Guided by the existing SOP, coordinate with partners to provide family tracing and reunification (FTR) and reintegration support to unaccompanied and separated migrant children (USMC).
• Assist in the development and implementation of awareness raising activities for vulnerable migrants on available protection and legal rights.
• Compile inputs and prepare periodic donor reports and updates, including preparation of narrative and financial project reports;
• Support the monitoring of the reintegration of beneficiaries related activities when necessary.
• Submit monthly monitoring reports on time.
• Conduct field visits, as and when necessary.
• Perform any other duties that may be required.

Requirements
Education:

• University Degree from an accredited institution in International Relations, Law, Social Work, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Sciences, (Clinical) Psychology, or related field.

Experience:

• At least 3 years relevant professional experience (or 5 years of experience for candidates holding a school diploma) around migration, counter trafficking, providing psychosocial counselling and support, protection of vulnerable migrants, SGBV or similar areas.
• Experience within international development agencies or NGO sector is a highly desirable;
• Experience working or liaising with government or civil authorities is desirable.
• Project management experience required, preferably in counselling, human relations and management;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national / international institutions;
• Experience in the area of migration, refugees and reintegration of migrants and victims of trafficking;

Skills:

• Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines in challenging settings.
• Ability to work in multicultural and multiethnic environments.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, approach, and coordinate with stakeholders of diverse backgrounds and levels of expertise.

Languages:

• Fluency in English (oral and written) and other local languages (working knowledge).

Required Competencies
Behavioural:
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:
Values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.

Core Competencies - Behavioural Indicators Level 2:

• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Other:

• Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station and within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, confirmation of all documents, and security clearances.