The International Organization for Migration (IOM) –
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.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title:
Project Officer (Counter Trafficking)
Location: Maiduguri
Classification:
Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment:
Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date:
As soon as possible
Context
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in
Abuja and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager (Emergency
Response) in Maiduguri, and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic
Specialists (RTSs) based in Dakar, Senegal, the successful candidate will be
responsible for assisting with the implementation, monitoring and effective
coordination of the counter-trafficking projects and activities.
S/he will also support in maintaining contact with relevant
government authorities and technical partners, to enhance IOM’s presence in the
humanitarian community in addressing the risk factors of Trafficking in Persons
(TIP) and exploitation among affected populations.
Activities will be carried out in coordination with the
United Nations (UN) humanitarian response system, and especially the protection
sector working group as well as government counterparts such as NAPTIP.
S/he will also contribute to developing and promoting of the
IOM’s Counter-Trafficking policy in Nigeria.
Core Functions /
Responsibilities
Support the overall implementation of the mission’s
counter-trafficking and victim protection activities and the development of new
ones especially in North East Nigeria. Monitor and track the financial,
administrative and technical oversight of projects to ensure adherence to IOM’s
policies, practices and global standards on counter-trafficking (particularly
focusing on the victim-centred response) as well as relevant requirements,
guidelines and grant agreements regarding the issue of trafficking in persons.
Coordinate daily project activities and participate actively
in training development and delivery. Communicate and follow up with
appropriate IOM units and field offices, including in relation with
psychosocial activities, IOM counter-trafficking and other vulnerable groups
regular programmes on-going the Mission.
Promote dialogue, information-sharing and cooperation among
Government and non-governmental actors on IOM’s priority areas for cooperation.
Monitor the protection needs of the victims of trafficking, their families and
communities and coordinate systematic reporting.
Collect and report critical information related to
counter-trafficking activities/stakeholders or existing plans in Nigeria.
Assist with the integration of victim protection related
variables into assessments and tools used by IOM (such as DTM) and coordinate
their analysis and treatment within IOM and other key protection actors.
Implement victim protection strategies, notably
identification, referral and assistance activities for children (special focus
on unaccompanied and separated children), victims of human trafficking and
exploitation, victims of gender-based violence and/or other survivors of
violence, exploitation and abuse, in coordination with other colleagues and
concerned protection actors.
Coordinate project staff as well as consultants recruited to
support and/or undertake specific activities.
Participate in protection focused seminars and other
meetings of governmental and non-governmental entities, as requested.
Draft regular reports covering counter-trafficking and
protection activities; prepare inputs for briefings, statistical/narrative
reports and background information as required including specific information
requested by Governments and other entities.
Liaise with IOM Regional Office on project development
opportunities linking counter-trafficking to other programme areas.
Provision of technical support to NAPTIP in North East
Nigeria, particularly on counter-trafficking in emergencies. This will include
provision of support in strengthening their database.
Undertake duty travels, in line with prevailing security
restrictions, relating to project assessments, liaison with counterparts, and
project implementation, as required.
Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law, Human
Rights, International Affairs, Migration Studies or a related field from an
accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional
experience; or
University degree in the above fields with four years of
relevant professional experience.
Experience:
Experience in programme development;
Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other
national/international institutions and NGOs;
Good knowledge of project formulation, administration and
evaluation techniques and practices;
Good level of computer literacy, including database
applications;
Ability to supervise staff and coordinate administrative
activities;
Working experience in the region is an asset.
Languages:
Fluency in English is required.
Desirable
Competencies
Behavioral:
Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages
constructive criticisms;
Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and
stakeholders;
Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self
and others;
Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting
delivery to the audience;
Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of
improving programmes or services;
Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships
with internal and external stakeholders;
Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions
to improve performance of self and others;
Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and
sets goals within area of responsibility;
Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates
gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender
participation;
Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant
technological solutions;
Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external
stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to
be mobile.
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, accreditation, any residency or
visa requirements, and security clearances.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply
Note
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only
accepts online profiles duly completed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track
the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM
e-recruitment system.
Application Deadline
20th August, 2017.
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