RESPONSIBILITIES
In particular, he/she will:
1. Assist in the planning and implementation of activities in IOM protection project portfolio, including financial, administrative, and technical aspects of related activities, in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as donor requirements.
2. Support with the strengthening and updating of referral pathways and mechanisms in the Tunis region for migrants.
3. Support organizing regular coordination meetings bringing together key partners operating in the field of migrant protection and assistance.
4. Support the coordination of Best Interest Assessments for Unaccompanied and Separated Migrant Children, including administrative and logistics aspects relating to Best Interest Determination meetings.
5. Support family assessment for Unaccompanied and Separated Migrant Children to determine sustainability of return, including liaising with various IOM missions in the country of origin and relevant teams in IOM Tunisia.
6. Support the development and implementation of outreach activities targeting migrants in Sfax, including cultural, educational, social and psychosocial activities, among others.
7. Support the drafting of monthly, interim reports, in line with donor requirements and IOM standards and procedures, hence contributing to timely submission in line with donor requirements.
8. Prepare regular briefings, summaries, press releases, visibility materials and other relevant information materials on project activities, when required.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors’ degree in Social Sciences, Health, Psychology or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience or;
High School degree in the above fields with five (5) years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in the field of specialized protection (Child protection, GBV)
- Experience working with international or non-governmental organizations
- Previous experience working with vulnerable migrants in an advantage.
- Strong communication skills are essential,
- Knowledge of protection and determination of vulnerabilities
For all applicants, fluency in English, French and Arabic is required (oral and written).
- 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.
- 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.
- Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
- This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
- 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.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
