UN Volunteers
Mission and objectives
IOM works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people.
The IOM Constitution recognizes the link between migration and economic, social and cultural development, as well as to the right of freedom of movement.
Task description
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Resource Management Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV PSEA Specialist will:
PSEA COORDINATION:
• Support the development of an operational PSEA Work Plan for IOM Hungary, in line with IOM’s PSEA Strategy, the IASC’s PSEA Minimum Operating Standards (MOS), and the UNCT country level framework and work plan, through strategic workshops with IOM Heads of Units and other senior management at the country and programmatic levels; ensure the resulting work plan is detailed and operational with clear actions, roles and responsibilities to deliver on the actions, timeframes, technical and resource requirements, and internal reporting requirements;
• Support the inclusion of PSEA within IOM Country Office Strategy, programming, risk mitigation and management, planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation and budgeting; develop PSEA programming and liaise with relevant donors as required;
• Contribute to the in-country interagency PSEA Network (support in the development of the collective PSEA workplan, risk management plan, PSEA Strategies, etc.), as well as actively participate within IOM internal and other interagency PSEA communication and coordination initiatives;
• Support the PSEA Network to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) , and establish an inter-agency Community-Based Complaint Mechanism, incorporating existing IOM complaint and feedback mechanisms (CFM) and in line with PSEA and GBV good practice ;
• Support the facilitation and participation in the establishment of an inter-agency community-based complaints mechanism (in coordination with the Accountability to Affected Populations Unit in HQ), in coordination with the interagency PSEA Network, programme managers and relevant IOM units, as well as with communities and implementing partners as appropriate;
• In coordination with relevant colleagues, work closely with Focal Points at the IOM Regional Office in Brussels and HQ to ensure IOM Hungary’s prevention, mitigation and response mechanisms are in line with IOM’s global PSEA Strategy;
• Support IOM Teams, programmes and units to ensure the mitigation of SEA risks are developed, embedded and strengthened within all IOM programming and within HR practices; and,
• At all possible opportunities (during relevant trainings, in staff and programme meetings, through newsletters, in email messages, etc) continually share key messages on PSEA, including mandatory reporting requirements within the country office and programming, in coordination with relevant colleagues.
PREVENTION:
• Support a Country-wide SEA risk assessment to identify locations and programmes with the highest SEA risk; ensure appropriate mitigation and response strategies within IOM programming and operations;
• Participate in the development of a training plan and coordinate the delivery and organization of PSEA trainings for IOM staff and related personnel, implementing partners , key institutional stakeholders; Support the work of identified PSEA focal points within Country to deliver key messaging and trainings as appropriate;
• Provide an update on the number of staff, non-staff trained, contractors, implementing partners, and service providers trained in the mission on PSEA, in an effort to track compliance and facilitate the management of training delivery and refresher courses, in coordination with HR. Support the registration of all participants (staff and non-staff) within the IOM system and the delivery of certificates;
• Support the development of a communication and awareness-raising strategies and tools to ensure appropriate PSEA messaging and knowledge on prohibited behaviours as well as how to report allegations of misconduct, including SEA within communities and amongst beneficiaries; ensure localization of SEA messaging; and,
• Map existing community engagement projects in Hungary and work with project leads to insert PSEA messages and/or gather community input where appropriate.
RESPONSE:
• Participate and support the development of PSEA proposals and ensure the mainstreaming of PSEA within IOM programming; coordinate closely with institutional partners, governments, donors, and communities on PSEA needs and responses;
• Support the development and contribute to reporting on PSEA and communication to highlight IOM’s PSEA work within programming;
• Support the development and mapping of Country-specific interagency victim assistance pathways and/or existing IOM programmes to refer victims for assistance and other support services;
• Review and assess referrals for victim assistance in coordination with gender-based violence and/or protection colleagues and support the strengthening of victim services within country and/or programming;
• Undertake duty travel as required; and,
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Results/expected outputs:
• As an active IOM Hungary team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to IOM Hungary and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:
o Successful inclusion of PSEA workplan into IOM Hungary’s strategy and programming;
o No. of SOPs developed;
o Feedback mechanisms established;
o Completion of SEA country wide risk assessment.
• Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment
• A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.
Eligibility criteria
Age
27 – 80
Nationality
Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Requirements
Required experience
4 years of experience in the fields of sexual exploitation and abuse, protection, child protection, gender-based violence, accountability to affected populations (AAP), gender mainstreaming and/or humanitarian affairs;
• Strong coordination experience within the UN system and amongst interagency partners, including governments, NGOs, and communities;
• Experience in developing and facilitating PSEA trainings, in particular capacity-building, and communication materials to promote behavior change;
• Experience undertaking PSEA risk assessments, in coordination with communities, partners, and UN and other key stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability to work across a wide variety of sectors/teams on cross-cutting themes;
• Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external partners;
• Experience in policy and proposal development and the creation of standard operating procedures and tools; and,
• Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and coordination with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
• Sound security awareness; ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary.
• Have affinity with or interest in migration, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.
Areas of expertise
Development programmes, Legal affairs
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Hungarian, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Required education level
Master degree or equivalent in political science, law, public administration, gender, communication or other relevant area.
OR University degree in the above fields with six years of relevant professional experience in lieu of the Master’s degree.
Competencies and values
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Inclusion and respect for diversity
• Teamwork and respect for diversity
• Delivering results
• Accountability
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Planning and organizing
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards IOM Hungary’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.
Other information
Living conditions and remarks
Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It covers an area of 93,028 square km. Budapest is its capital and largest city. Hungarian is the official language of the nation. Its official currency is Forint (HUF). Hungary ranks as the 17th safest country in the world. The primary expense factor is accommodation. Naturally the cost is dependent on location, size and condition. Food accounts for approx. a quarter of an average Hungarian resident’ monthly salary. There are many good restaurants tailored to a variety of budgets. Hungary’s well-developed public transportation system is not only convenient but also extremely affordable. Healthcare should not be too much of an expense as anyone employed in the country can make use of its free or highly subsidized healthcare services. Also there are quite many private practices. There is a variety of banks which provide different services. Hungary is a unique country in the middle of Europe. It is a good place to live and work. It is very multicultural and exciting with a lot of history.
As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.
UN Volunteer entitlements and allowances: The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service. Contingent on specific eligibility criteria, location of the volunteer assignment and contractual type and category, the payment of allowances will begin from the date of Commencement of Service For more information on entitlements please read the Condition of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos) and use the entitlement calculator (https://app.unv.org/calculator) for the most up to date information.
Monthly Living Allowance (Per month): HUF 433056
Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 400
Travel Ticket when moving to duty station: USD 200
Exit allowance (for each month served, paid on completion of contract): HUF 36088
Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance Leave entitlements:
Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month
Certified sick leave: 30 days
Uncertified sick leave: 7 days
Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12 months
Maternity Leave: 16 weeks
Paternity Leave: 10 days
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy
How to apply
Applications should be submitted through the following website: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1704912668799232
You may also find further information regarding the volunteer assignment on the dedicated link.