Protection Analyst—Research and Advocacy

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Project Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Head of Protection, the Junior Protection Analyst – Research, and Advocacy supports the Mobility Pathways and Inclusion (MPI) Unit in donor reporting, analysis and advocacy of programmatic interventions in Iraq. 

The scope of this consultancy relates to MPI’s protection monitoring and research activities, as well as reporting. IOM contributes to evidence-based protection advocacy through protection monitoring. Protection monitoring is carried out to identify the protection risks and needs of affected populations to support evidence-based programming and advocacy. Research is conducted using a mixed-method approach and feeds into advocacy with key stakeholders, including government, development actors, and donor communities. The consultant contributes to this work by supporting the production of protection monitoring reports and any other protection monitoring products and activities.

The Junior Protection Analyst also supports MPI with its donor reporting portfolio. The consultant will support the Protection Analyst for MPI donor reports to be submitted to the Programme Support Unit (PSU) for final clearance.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education, Experience and/or skills required

• Master’s Degree in Forced Migration, Humanitarian Action, Human Rights, or related discipline
• At least 2-year experience in research, data analysis, protection monitoring, and advocacy within the humanitarian or development sector; experience designing data collection tools and methodologies.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality analytical and written outputs, including concise reports and publications.
• Familiarity with protection challenges faced by displaced populations in Iraq or similar crisis-affected contexts.
• Experience in donor reporting, including data analysis and report writing.
• Experience working effectively and independently in remote or virtual environments.

Experience communicating effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including diverse audiences

Languages

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

Travel required (Yes/NO)

Yes

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.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

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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