Protection Officer

Position Title: Protection Officer

Duty Station: Erbil, Iraq

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 21 March 2022

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros;Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the general guidance of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission and Head of Protection Division and the direct supervision of the Protection Coordinator, the Protection Officer will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of migrant protection projects, including all Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR), counter-trafficking projects.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate the implementation of migrant protection projects, and supervise Protection teams working on these projects.

2. Coordinate the implementation of direct assistance and case management for vulnerable migrants, including victims of trafficking, returnees. Work with relevant stakeholders for the provision of specialized services and provide support in assisted voluntary return.

3. Assist with planning, preparation and adjustment of all aspects of AVRR related activities and arrangements required for effective and timely implementation, namely the provision of humanitarian and emergency assistance to migrants post return and the coordination of AVRR movements.

4. Encourage best practices on AVRR, effectiveness, coherence and integrity, as well as facilitate synergies with other AVRR project activities in the Country office (CO) and region.

5. Provide technical support for the delivery of migrant protection training workshops on AVRR,counter-trafficking and related protection issues, in close coordination with Protection Coordinator, Head of Protection, Head of Regional Office (RO) Protection Division, and other relevant colleagues.

6. Implement and monitor operational, budgetary and administrative components/aspects of migrant protection, including AVRR and Counter Trafficking (CT), activities in close coordination with the Resource Management Unit, with the Protection Coordinator, and other relevant colleagues.

7. Facilitate adequate information management of AVRR related activities, including awareness-raising and visibility, through drafting and submission of monthly reports, press releases and production of other relevant materials. Respond to ad hoc information requests from other IOM units, donors and the Government of Iraq, as appropriate.

8. Participate in regular monitoring and evaluation activities for relevant projects in collaboration with the Protection Reporting Officer.

9. In close collaboration with the Regional MIMOSA case management, monitor and support the appropriate and timely entry of required data on MIMOSA

10. Recommend the implementation of improvements in project delivery, data management and coordination.

11. Provide technical inputs to support project development efforts for the continuation of existing projects as well as new projects in the field of AVRR and CT in close coordination with the CoM, Partnerships and Coordination Division (PCD), Head of Protection, Protection Coordinator, Head of Protection Division at RO and other relevant colleagues.

12. Generate and provide country specific data and information for internal and external reports such as monthly and quarterly internal reports, institutional questionnaires and other information requests.

13. Participate in conferences, working groups, workshops, steering committees and technical working groups, as well as other forums, to facilitate coordination and presentation of IOM work in the field of AVRR as may be requested.

14. Undertake duty travel relating to project assessments, liaison with counterparts, project implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) as required.

15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the field of migration issues including operational and field experience, and IOM/UN project implementation and coordination;

• Technical knowledge in the thematic area relevant to project development; Knowledge or experience of regional issues and/or EU reporting mechanisms an advantage; and,

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by theOrganization;

• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;

• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations;

• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS); and,

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic or Kurdish is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

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 wherever possible.

• 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.

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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

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.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.