Project Associate (Protection in Emergencies) – (Affiliated Contractor), (4 Required)

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting human and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM Ethiopia’s vision is to place the rights and well-being of migrants at the centre of its interventions, adopting a preventive, protective, and responsive approach. Its protection interventions in Ethiopia follow a six-pillar intervention that includes direct assistance to migrants, displaced persons and affected communities, thematic guidance, capacity development, advocacy, and research. The Protection Unit (PXU) works closely with the government of Ethiopia and various stakeholders in emergency, displacement, and migration settings to reduce protection risks and address the needs of vulnerable individuals and communities. IOM is guided by rights-based approaches across our migration programming, demonstrating commitment to the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.

IOM Ethiopia’s Protection Unit works closely with the Government of Ethiopia, and various stakeholders to contribute to addressing the needs, as well as to promote and uphold the rights, of individuals and their communities.

Within PXU, and under the Protection in Emergiencies sub-unit, programming areas direct, integrated, and protection mainstreaming efforts to contribute to safe, dignified, and protective programming for IOM Ethiopia’s emergency responses, supporting the Humanitarian Response and Recovery Unit (HRRU) through multi-sectoral programming.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub Office, and the technical supervision of the Senior Programme Associate (Protection Emergencies), the successful candidate will support the implementation of protection activities. Additionally, the selected candidate will support the protection mainstreaming efforts, in coordination with other HRRU teams at field level.

This is a Project Associate (Protection in Emergencies) position under an Affiliated Contract (non-staff) equivalent to UG(G4).

This position will be hired under affiliated contract (non-staff) and in particular, he/she will undertake the following responsibilities and accountabilities:

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities. 

2. Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3. Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information. 
4. Support administrative coordination of project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
5. Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
6. Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation.
7. Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
8. Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma 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 for Bachelors holders and fours years for college diploma holders.

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in protection programming and 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

• Experience in relevant field and in working with vulnerable groups;
• Proven experience in emergency settings and provision of protection activities;
• Proven analytical, interpersonal, mediation and organizational skills;
• Excellent level of computer literacy;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions; and,
• Prior experience working with IDPs, host communities, IDP returnees in implementation of protection activities essential.

Languages

For this affiliate contractor, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Knowledge of local languages an asset.

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 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 affiliate contractor against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the affiliate contract. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Affiliate contractors 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.

How to Apply

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.

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.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.