Senior Project Assistant (Counter-Trafficking)-IOM عودة إلى الفرص

Position Title: Senior Project Assistant (Counter-Trafficking)
Duty Station: Tunis, Tunisia
Classification: G6
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term contract (6 months with possibility of extension)
Estimated Start Date: ASAP
Reference Code: VNTN2022-033
Organizational Context and Scope:
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.
Under the overall supervision of the IOM Tunisia Chief of Mission and of the Project Manager
and the direct supervision of the National Officer, the successful candidate will support with the
implementation, monitoring and reporting of Counter Trafficking activities, including activities
aimed at building the capacity of national actors to counter the crime and to protect its victims.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Contribute to the implementation of a US Government funded counter-trafficking
project, including its administrative, and technical aspects, in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as donor requirements.
2. Provide direct assistance to victims of trafficking, including through conducting of
screening interviews, beneficiary counselling, support to reintegration and their referral
for different adequate assistance services as may be required, in close coordination with
the National Commission to Combat Trafficking in persons and other project partners.
3. Support with the case management for Victims of Trafficking detected by IOM and with
their referral to National Commission to Combat Trafficking in Persons for formal
identification protection and assistance.
4. Support with maintaining and updating IOM database on victims of trafficking, including
through ensuring that all assistance to beneficiaries is recorded on the IOM Migrant
Management & Operational System (MiMosa).
5. Support with maintaining partnerships between IOM Tunisia and relevant Government
entities, other UN agencies and civil society partners to strengthen the referral networks
and pathways for Victims of Trafficking in Tunisia.
6. Support with the implementation of workshops, trainings, and the provision of technical
assistance to Government and non-government partners to enhance their capacities in
the counter-trafficking thematic area.
7. Organise key events and meetings relevant to the thematic area, such as the technical
meetings, project steering committee meetings, etc.
8. Contribute to maintaining counter trafficking work plans to facilitate timely
implementation and achievements of programme activities and results.
9. Draft monthly, interim reports, particularly in what comes to capacity building on
counter trafficking and assistance to victims of trafficking, in line with donor
requirements and IOM standards and procedures, hence contributing to timely
submission in line with donor requirements.
10. Support with the production of regular briefings, summaries, press releases, visibility
materials and other relevant information materials on project activities, when required.
11. Perform such other duties as maybe assigned.
Required Competencies:
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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: 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.
Managerial Competencies
• 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 potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling
environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals
and communicates a clear strategic direction.
Required Qualifications:
Education & Experience & skills:
• Bachelors or equivalent or higher degree in a relevant field such in Social Sciences,
Social Work, Psychology, Human Rights or a related field from an accredited
academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience or a High
School Degree/Certificate in the above fields with six years of relevant professional
experience.
• Experience in the field of assistance to victims of trafficking and / or humanitarian
activities targeting vulnerable individuals.
• Experience with governmental authorities, the UN and / or other national/international institutions.
• Experience in working with non-governmental organizations.
• Knowledge of Tunisia and regional issues in the thematic area of migration or counter-trafficking is a distinct advantage.
• Good drafting skills and clear oral communication.
• Strong knowledge of computer applications, especially MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Access.
Languages:
Fluency in French and Arabic (written and spoken) is required. Working knowledge of English is
desirable.
Other:
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Vaccination against COVID-19 is required. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications received after the closing
date will not be accepted.
• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
• The list of accredited instutions can be found at https://www.whed.net/home.php
Posting period:
From 24/08/2022 to 31/08/2022.