Senior Protection Associate (GBV)

Position Title: Senior Protection Associate (GBV)

Duty Station: Doha, Qatar

Classification: General Service Staff, G-6

Type of Appointment: Special Short Term Graded, Six months, with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date:As soon as possible

Closing Date : 18 December 2024

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; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo

(the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See;

Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar;

Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru;

Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;

Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Protection Officer and Protection Coordinator , with the direct supervision of the Protection Officer; and in close coordination with the Protection Officers and respective units in the field – the incumbent will implement Protection programmatic response in line with internal policies and IASC guidelines on Protection. In particular, they will:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Assist in the provision of case management services, including, coordination with caseworkers on needs, referrals to access basic services and addressing protection needs.
• Coordinate protection field teams and staff, in regards to keeping response – case management and community-based – is in line with protection principles and delivered in a timely manner.
• Serve as a focal point for protection spaces and centres, monitoring that activities and programming are inclusive, safe and needs-based.
• Build capacities of team members, and collaborate in the development of curricula, tools and other resources for protection activities.
• Oversee and support the timely delivery of project deliverables – procurements, staffing and targets.
• Oversee adherence to data protection principles when maintaining client databases and records, including, that protection monitoring and assessment tools are filled with quality data that is sufficiently detailed and accurate.
• Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
• Draft status reports; identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures.
• Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops.
• Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
• Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
• Monitor work of implementing partners and report any non-compliance to the supervisor.
• Provides guidance/training and assist in coordinating and monitoring work of other staff in the unit; may supervise other staff as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High School diploma with six years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Psychology, International Relations, Development Studies, Gender Studies, Social Work, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in coordinating and guiding field teams with a strong background in protection in humanitarian and crisis settings, particularly, Gender based violence (GBV) case management.
• Experience in working with child survivors of GBV.
• Experience managing and running women and girl friendly spaces in displacement and transit settings.
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills

• Strict adherence to humanitarian, protection and GBV principles and standards, as well as organizational policies including Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA).
• Trainings in GBV Case Management and GBV Minimum Standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Strong skills in community outreach and building relations with key community leaders and groups.
• Sound ability to communicate practical knowledge on actions to address Protection, Child Protection and GBV issues at the operational level.
• Demonstrated analytical, writing and reporting skills.
• Solid computer skills (MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Can locate and apply key Inter-Agency Protection Resources

Languages

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

REQUIRED

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE

Working knowledge of Dari, Pashto, or Arabic (oral and written) is a distinct advantage.

Notes

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

Required Competencies

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – Behavioral indicators – ​Level 2​

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

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

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