Regional Protection Response Officer (Assisted Voluntary Return (AVR)) (P)

Required Qualifications and ExperienceEducation

Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations/Affairs, Research, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with  five years of relevant professional experience; or, 

Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with  seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Experience working with migrants, civil society, and governments;

Experience working in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams;

Proven experience supporting protection programming across multiple countries, as well as mainstreaming protection across operations; 

Proven experience providing protection and assistance to migrants in vulnerable situations and communicating with individuals who have complex needs;

Experience working in programs that include a movement operations component is an advantage; and, 

Experience with IOM or other UN agencies, particularly working on assisted voluntary return and reintegration,  and specialized protection programs, is preferred. 

Skills

Strong knowledge of IOM and inter-agency protection standards and operational procedures and guidelines;

Solid coordination skills;

Ability to research and adapt to different operational and cultural contexts;

Strong writing, editing, presentation and training facilitation skills;

Excellent computer skills: excellent knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email/internet software, statistical analysis packages;

Knowledge of UN cooperation frameworks and bilateral donor programming requirements;

Ability to gather, consolidate, and attribute information from multiple sources;

High degree of judgment and initiative, ability to work with a high degree of independence within assigned areas; 

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; and,

Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds.

<strong>Languages</strong><br><br> IOM's official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English and Spanish is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, and Russian) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

<strong>Required Competencies</strong><br><br> IOM’s competency framework can be found at this&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl486/files/about-iom/Competency_Framework-EN.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">link</a>. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

<strong>Values&nbsp;</strong>- all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

<strong>Inclusion and respect for diversity</strong>: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

<strong>Integrity and transparency</strong>: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

<strong>Professionalism</strong>: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

<strong>Courage</strong>: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

<strong>Empathy</strong>: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

<strong>Core Competencies</strong>&nbsp;– Behavioural indicators- Level 2

<strong>Teamwork</strong>: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

<strong>Delivering results</strong>: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

<strong>Managing and sharing knowledge</strong>: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

<strong>Accountability</strong>: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

<strong>Communication</strong>: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.<br><br> This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.<br><br> The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members.&nbsp;<br><br> Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.<br><br> Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.<br><br> 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.<br><br> 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.<br><br> IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the&nbsp;<a href="https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IOM e-Recruitment&nbsp;</a>system (for internal candidates link&nbsp;<a href="https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/internalmobility" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.<br><br> Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<br><br> For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iom.int/iom-career-gateways" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IOM Careers and Job Vacancies</a>.