Special Vacancy Notice
Open to National Internal and External Candidates
Position Title : Protection Assistant
Duty Station : Ruyigi, Burundi
Classification : General Service Staff, Grade G- 5/ 01
Vacancy number : SVN 2020 BI10_19 Protection Assistant
Type of Appointment : Special Short Term, 6 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 03 August 2020
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.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Background
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the MPA Programme Manager, the successful candidate will assist in the implementation of protection-related
activities of IOM Burundi.
FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:
1. Assist in the design and delivery of discussion groups, community dialogues and sensitization sessions aimed at diverse participants, on various protection themes, and issues related to
housing, land and property;
2. Liaise with local partners and relevant stakeholders, including local social services, police and administration, civil society organizations and any other relevant stakeholders, maintaining
positive and collaborative relationships;
3. Support the organization of workshops and meetings on protection themes, with local and national stakeholders;
4. Review mapping of service providers and stakeholders, as well as referral pathways related to response to Gender-Based Violence and other protection issues, in communities of intervention,
and systematically communicate changes to the rest of the team as well as stakeholders;
5. Provide clear and comprehensive reports on events organized, or participated in;
6. Analysis of risks and protective factors of community-based mechanisms with relevant stakeholders, to propose risk mitigation measures;
7. Assist with the logistical and administrative preparation of activities;
8. Refer vulnerable individuals, such as returnees, migrants, internally-displaced people, victims of abuse and exploitation, to the team’s caseworkers or appropriate services;
9. Assist in the monitoring of project activities;
10. Write monthly reports regarding the MPA activities performed to be shared with programme support and development colleagues;
11. Ensure full adherence to the principles of the Do No Harm Framework throughout all facets of work;
12. Document and maintain the confidentiality of all personal information of project beneficiaries to ensure programmed integrity and compliance to IOM standards of conduct and IOM data
protection rules;
13. Report on own activities in an efficient, clear and comprehensive manner. Effectively follow-up on deadlines, commitments, action points and deliverables;
14. Coordinate with colleagues in the field and in Bujumbura office work flow of activities regularly;
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
University degree in Social Sciences, Human Rights, Political Science, International Affairs, Migration Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years
of relevant professional experience OR
- High School Degree/Certificate from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant in the above field.
Experience
- Experience in one or more of these key protection areas: counter trafficking, GBV, child protection.
- Demonstrated experience in protection referrals, identification of victims and case management.
- Demonstrated experience of organizing and facilitating trainings, awareness raising sessions and workshops.
- Excellent interpersonal and listening skills.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results; capacity to work effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
- Computer knowledge use including Microsoft Office;
- Experience with international organizations or international NGOs is an advantage.
Required languages
- Fluency in French and Kirundi
- Fluency in English a distinct advantage
FRAMEWORK
VALUES
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- 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.
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: assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
- Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
Internal candidates of the Organization will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates (external).
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to jobsburundi@iom.int latest 03 August 2020 at 4:30 PM.
In order for the applications to be considered valid, IOM only accepts applications with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for application, addressed to the Chief of
Mission, International Organization for Migration (IOM) and with a subject line SVN 2020 BI10_19 Protection Assistant .
All applications should include a functional e-mail address, mobile numbers, copies of diploma and any other certificate, copy of national ID card and detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period: 20.07.2020 to 03.08.2020.
