Senior Project Associate (Case Management)

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.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Turkiye and direct supervision of the National Program Officer (Compliance); and, in collaboration with National Program Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the operation coordination of AVRR case management.

1. Independently lead and coordinate the implementation of the project; monitor implementation of the activities to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans; analyse implementation difficulties and make recommendations for adjusting implementation modalities and work plans to best reflect changing environment on the field. 
2. Regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyse and present information/data on national, regional and international developments, reports, legislation and other relevant documentation, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
3. Monitor budget expenditures; verify availability of funds and maintain a proper record of approved project budgets and their revisions.
4. Coordinate and monitor the financial, administrative and technical aspects of the project in line with IOM policies and donor requirements.
5. Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building workshops for relevant internal and external parties.  
6. 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. 
7. Coordinate the preparation of correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial reports; ensure status reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner. 
8. Identify and document good practices and lessons learned; contribute to the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers and support the development of new projects.
9. Supervise and provide guidance and training to reporting staff. 
10. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education
    • School diploma with seven years of relevant experience; or,
    • Bachelor’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 five years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
      • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; 
      • 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.
      • Experience in the fields of protection, counter-trafficking, child protection, return and reintegration, gender-based violence, and/or humanitarian affairs;
      • Experience in community-based protection and assistance services;
      • Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and coordination with a variety of stakeholders. Skills
        • In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
        • Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
        • Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
        • Knowledge and understanding of human rights and rights protection;
        • Knowledge and understanding of social work theory and evidence-based practices;
        • Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour, growth and development, and of cognitive, physiological, and psychological processes and well-being at various stages of life;
        • Understanding of human behaviour and well-being, including coping patterns, emotional resilience, and physical and mental health and well-being. 
        • Knowledge of mainstreaming best practices and partnership models to ensure coordination of the same across a diversified range of actors; and,
        • Good knowledge of community-based protection, including understanding of the community’s role, structure and practices, including the community’s social, cultural and gender norms within the operation; 
        • Knowledge of the national protection systems, including roles of different actors, and processes for protection; 
        • Good inter-personal skills, and the ability to work well with and meet the needs of individuals of different ages, nationalities, genders, and diversities. 
        • Ability to provide trauma-informed and age, gender, and diversity appropriate care.
        • Good analytical and report writing skills. 
        • Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary Languages
          • Fluency in English and Turkish (oral and written).
          • Working knowledge of languages spoken by migrants in Turkiye is desirable IOM’s 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.   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 three 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.
11. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2)
12. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.