Protection Associate (3 Vacancies)

Position Title: Protection Associate (3 Vacancies)

Duty Station: IOM Philippines Country Office (Clark, Philippines)

Classification: General Service Staff, Ungraded (G-5 Equivalent)

Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term, three (3) months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: 15 October 2024

Closing Date: 01 October 2024

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 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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. It is one of the factors that makes the organization qualified to deal with the complex issue of migration. IOM sees that diversity is one of the organizational strengths.

IOM aims to foster an inclusive workplace where everyone treats each other (including colleagues and beneficiaries) with dignity and respect.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse of affected populations, and sexual harassment of personnel.

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.

Context:

​​​​IOM’s operations cover diverse thematic areas such as: Humanitarian Relief Assistance, Protection (including Gender based Violence and Child Protection), Shelter and Non-food items, Health and Psychosocial Support, Resettlement, and Movement Management. Under the overall guidance of the AP Coordinator and the Protection Coordinator, under the direct supervision of the Project Officer (Protection), and in collaboration with relevant teams onsite, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Assist with assessments on the protection needs of the affected population, with particular focus on the assigned thematic area (Child Protection, GBV, General Protection).
• Support quality case management services, including coordination with service providers, providing referrals and conducting follow-ups in line with IOM and interagency standards.
• Contribute to Gender-based violence (GBV) Child Protection and General Protection procedures as assigned by the supervisor.
• Adhere to data protection principles and information sharing protocols when maintaining PIM records, with quality data that is sufficiently detailed and accurate.
• Support coordination and delivery of other protection interventions and activities, such as management of women and girl-friendly spaces (WGFS), Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS) and community-based protection in close coordination with MHPSS-teams.
• Assist in organizing protection assessment activities and community-based protection interventions.
• Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyze, and present information/data on specific project topics, including regular updates of unit and project trackers.
• Support IOM sectors and units on protection mainstreaming, child safeguarding and GBV risk mitigation efforts, including through organizing and delivering capacity building.
• Draft status reports, identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
• Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
• Participate in internal and external coordination meetings as requested by the supervisor.
• Assist in monitoring the work of implementing partners as/if relevant and report non-compliance to the supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelors’ degree (or higher) in Social Work, Psychology, Pedagogy or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with at least three years of relevant professional experience, preferably in similar roles; or
• Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least five years of relevant working experience, preferably in similar roles.

Experience

• ​Experience with case management for at-risk individuals, particularly for children, including unaccompanied and separated children.
• Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups.
• Experience in child safeguarding mechanisms and contributing to Child Best Interest Procedures.
• Experience in organizing and running child-friendly spaces in displacement and transit settings.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting.

Skills

• Sound ability to apply practical knowledge on actions to address child protection and safeguarding issues at the operational level, GBV Principles and Standards and IOM and IASC Protection Mainstreaming standards.
• Strict adherence to humanitarian protection, including child protection principles and standards, as well as organizational policies including the Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Strong skills in community outreach and building relations with key community leaders and groups.
• Ability to locate and apply key Inter-Agency Protection, particularly Child Protection and GBV Resources.
• Demonstrated analytical, writing and reporting skills
• Solid computer skills (MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint).

Languages

• For all applicants, fluency in English and Filipino, is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of Dari and/or Pashto is an advantage.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other

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 and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.