Introduction

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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), UN Volunteers with at least twelve (12) months of continuous service in IOM, and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Senior Emergency Coordinator in Boa Vista, and the direct supervision of the Protection Associate for the North of Brazil, the successful candidate will be responsible to provide support to the Protection unit activities in Boa Vista. In particular he/she will be responsible for:

1. Support the Protection Associate in Boa Vista, with the implementation and monitoring of administrative, financial, and operational IOM’s Protection activities related to the protection of migrants, including activities on Gender Based Violence (GBV), Child Protection, Trafficking in persons (TIP), in the AoR of Boa Vista, in line with IOM’s policies and procedures. 

2. Support the conduction of protection needs assessments with a particular focus on identification, interview and assistance and referral of victims of trafficking, GBV, documentation and MHPSS - and strengthen standard operating procedure (SOPs); and ensure protection aspects are included in IOM evaluations, as site profile/DTM, satisfaction surveys, and coordinate its analysis with IOM staff and protection partners. 

3. Support the facilitation of capacity building activities for local authorities, civil servants, service providers, civil society, stakeholders and IOM staff on protection themes. 

4. Support to protection activities within the Relocation Strategy, including the possibility of escorting protection cases to other destinations;

5. Support to protection activities within the Documentation services to migrants at the PTRIG-Boa Vista;

6. Support monitoring and reporting processes about protection activities and prepare regular reports on protection activities, in accordance with IOM data protection principles;

7. Participate and represent IOM in protection working groups, meetings and liaising with local authorities and Operation Welcome stakeholders and strategic partners, including UN Agencies to plan and execute protection-related activities; 

8. Perform other related duties as may be required;

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Law, Public Policy, Human Rights, Population Studies, Intercultural Studies or related areas, in Brazil or abroad and related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience or Highschool diploma with at least 4 years of relevant experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience 

• Experience with protection of migrants

• Experience working within a team of colleagues from diverse cultures and professional backgrounds.

Skills

• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, O

  utlook).

• Ability to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

   

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in Portuguese and Spanish is required.

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

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 five 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

• 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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators (applicable only if with direct reports)

• 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. 

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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 e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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