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Posted on 29 Mar, 2023
Closing on 11 Apr, 2023

Job Description

Open to Internal and External Candidates

  • Position: Junior Project Assistant (IDP Services)
  • Organizational Unit: PROTECTION
  • Duty Station: Yemen, Marib
  • IOM Classification: M 4
  • Type of Appointment: Third Party Contracted (TPC) MPH Contract, 6 Months (With a possibility of renewal)
  • SVN No.: CFCV2023.033
  • Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Closing Date: Tuesday, 11th April 2023

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental 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.

Organizational Context and Scope:

Working under the overall supervision of Snr Programme Assistant and the direct supervision of the Project Assistant (Migrant Assistance) the incumbent will provide clerical support all steps of case management for assigned cases for persons impacted by abuse, exploitation, neglect, and violence. Children (UASC and CAAFAG), women, elderly, persons with disabilities and other persons who have been gravely impacted by conflict. Case management will be provided through standalone IOM facilities including Migrant Response Points, Community Response Points, Child Friendly Spaces, and other services. Case workers will also be assigned to mobile response teams to strengthen access to population in need and facing a multitude of protection concerns.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1.    Support the team in providing individual case management for persons facing protection threats, risks, and vulnerabilities in accordance with all case management steps.
2.    Compile Case Management forms in accordance with all case management steps and related tools and procedures.
3.    Support the team regarding on-going support to families, foster and alternative care systems.
4.    Participate and support in the identification of persons at risk of harm or harmed.
5.    Provide input for weekly and staff activity reports.
6.    Support coordination with other team members and service providers to advocate and refer according to the best interests of the persons impacted by protection risks.
7.    Regularly attend the relevant case management meetings and relevant case conferencing as advised by the supervisor.
8.    Work with other protection colleagues to support efficient and responsible referrals to relevant non-protection services and assistance.
9.    Support the Team in organizing community consultations, dialogue and focus group discussions when needed in support of improving services and support.
10.    Support the team in outreach and home visits (where required) with the Case Manager and ensures appropriate documentation.
11.    Attend meetings as requested by direct supervisor/manager.
12.    Perform any other tasks as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • University degree (B.S.c) in social science, business administration or other relevant discipline.

Experience

  • At least 1 years’ experience in a similar position, with good understanding of the socio-political context in Yemen
  • Understanding of standards and practices in migrant protection and assistance.
  • Understanding of protection principles and experience in humanitarian emergency response.
  • Prior professional experience with a humanitarian organization is required.
  • Excellent writing skills.
  • Good level of IT literacy (MS. Word & Excel).

SKILLS

  • Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
  • Ability to track and monitor complex budgets and processes;
  • Ability to pay close attention to details while prioritizing work efficiently and operate with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent computer skills especially Ms Office and SAP.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously within a team.

LANGUAGES: Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

Values

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
  • Integrity and transparency: maintain 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 – behavioural indicators level 1

  • 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
  • action and delegated work.
  • Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

  • Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  • Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
  • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, national of the country with automatic right to live and work in the country, and security clearances.
  • Females with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
  • As part of the application process, all candidates, regardless of the type or duration of the contract, must disclose any known relative who works for IOM or is engaged with IOM in any capacity.
  • Non-compliance with the relative disclosure requirement can constitute a basis for withdrawal of offer of employment, or if the employment has begun, terminating the employment contract and/or disciplinary action.

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