Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
ย Context
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 nongovernmental 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.ย
Under the overall supervision of the Protection Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the Protection Officer, the successful candidate will assist in the implementation of protection-related activities of IOM Algeria.
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1.ย ย ย ย Support the MPA team in the delivery of assistance, based on informed consent of beneficiaries, and in line with the principles of assistance of victims of human trafficking and of protection in humanitarian action;
2.ย ย ย ย Assist the Senior Caseworker to conduct interviews with potential victims of trafficking, vulnerable migrants and crises-affected populations, in accordance with international best practice and in a child appropriate and gender sensitive manner;
3.ย ย ย ย Assess assistance needs of beneficiaries and report them to Protection Officer.
4.ย ย ย ย Prepare case management reports for each beneficiary on a regular basis;ย
5.ย ย ย ย Ensure appropriate data entry for assessed, identified or assisted ย beneficiaries;ย
6.ย ย ย ย Assist in the organization and delivery of events on victim identification, referral and assistance as well as on different protection topics;ย
7.ย ย ย ย Support liaison with relevant stakeholders in order to establish referral pathways and mechanisms for a range of protection cases;
8.ย ย ย ย Contribute to the teamโs periodic as well as ad hoc meetings for projects;ย
9.ย ย ย ย Ensure full adherence to the principles of the Do No Harm Framework throughout all facets of work;
10.ย ย ย ย Document and maintain the confidentiality of all personal information of project beneficiaries to ensure program integrity and compliance to IOM standards of conduct and IOM data protection rules;
11.ย ย ย ย Report on own activities in an efficient, clear and comprehensive manner;ย
12.ย ย ย ย Effectively follow-up on deadlines, commitments, action points and deliverables;
13.ย ย ย ย Perform such other duties as may be assigned.ย
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Education
โข ย ย ย ย High School Degree/Certificate from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant in the above field orย
โข ย ย ย ย University degree in Behavioural, Political or Social Sciences, Human Rights, International Affairs, Migration Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.
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Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. ย Experience
โข ย ย ย ย Experience in one or more of these key protection areas: counter trafficking, GBV, child protection or general protection;
โข ย ย ย ย Demonstrated experience in case management in one of the key protection areas and referrals;ย
โข ย ย ย ย Excellent interpersonal and listening skills;ย
โข ย ย ย ย Excellent writing and communication skills;
โข ย ย ย ย Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results; capacity to work effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
โข ย ย ย ย Computer knowledge, including of the use of Microsoft Office;
โข ย ย ย ย Experience with international organizations or international NGOs is an advantage.
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Skills
โข ย ย ย ย In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.
Languages
- Fluency in English is required (oral and written). Knowledge of french and Arabic is desirable. IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. ย Required Competencies ย IOMโs competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. ย Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.