CFA2025/045_Protection Assistants _Consultancy _Category A _Gonaives

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  • Added Date: Thursday, 27 November 2025
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Project Context and Scope:

In October 2025, Hurricane Melissa, a Category 3 storm later downgraded to Category 2, caused severe flooding and landslides across several regions of Haiti, killing 31 people and displacing over 15,800. The disaster exposed the countryโ€™s high vulnerability and limited capacity to respond effectively to extreme weather events. Access to protection services remains limited, and there is an urgent need to strengthen support systems, build community resilience, and provide culturally appropriate services to help individuals and communities recover and thrive.

Support the implementation of the plan of activities of the project(s) under the direct coordination of the Protection Coordinator assisted by the Protection Specialist.ย  Support day-to-day activities and administrative processes; report regularly on the challenges and progress recorded in realization of activities. Support the organization of protection interventions including direct liaison with respective state and non-state actors working in this space. Assist with case management and support of protection activities, including conducting screening interviews and intake as required, as well as referrals for further assistance (e.g. screening, interviewing, counselling, referral or assistance). Assist with the implementation and maintenance of the beneficiary profile and needs assessment formats and ensure that information on the migrant is codified and stored in IOM database for further processing, analysis, and reporting. Assist in communicating with appropriate IOM units and field offices, including psychosocial assistance, gender-based violence, counter-trafficking, etc. Facilitate temporary shelter placement for vulnerable displaced persons when required. Support the monitoring of protection cases. Conduct field visits, as and when necessary. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Ensure effective implementation of IOMโ€™s protection initiatives and case management, as measured by the number of cases successfully assisted and resolved. Prepare timely and accurate reports and summary notes, with performance tracked by adherence to deadlines and quality standards. Support the organization of awareness-raising and capacity-building sessions for project beneficiaries, demonstrated by the number of sessions conducted and participant feedback.

Education, Experience and/or skills required

Education

ย School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or Bachelorโ€™s degree in political or social sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience. ย 

Experience

Experience in humanitarian affairs, and/or development relating to migration, refugee, IDP issues, showing increasing levels of responsibility; field experience preferred. Experience in liaising with government authorities, other national/international institutions, and NGOs Experience in project management and development and/or monitoring, evaluation, and reporting; Demonstrated experience working on protection programming and/or vulnerable people with protection needs in an emergency or post-conflict environment. Solid knowledge of Protection coordination mechanisms

SKILLS

Strong planning and coordination skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a multi-cultural environment Sound ability to communicate practical knowledge on actions to address Protection issues at the operational level Demonstrated analytical, writing and reporting skills Solid computer skills (MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint).

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LANGUAGES REQUIREMENTSย 

Fluency in French and Haitian creole is required (oral and written).ย 

Required

French and Haitian creole (Oral & Written)

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Desirable

Working knowledge of English

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Competencies:

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Valeurs

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:

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 Organizationโ€™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

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.
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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.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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