Philippines Job Openings

International Organization for Migration (Philippines Country Office)

Project Assistant (Migration, Environment and Climate Change)

Zamboanga

FULL TIME

September 5, 2024

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. Access vacancy here: https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcm UI/Candidate Experience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/11510
Context
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Satellite Office in Zamboanga City and the direct administrative supervision of the National Transition and Recovery Project Officer, and with technical guidance from the Sr. MECC Project Assistant in Cotabato, the successful candidate will support the coordination and implementation of projects and activities that aim to prevent violence, exploitation, and abuse against migrants, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and vulnerable individuals and protect those affected or at-risk from human rights violations, including but not limited to trafficking, forced labour, and modern slavery, in Mindanao, more specifically in Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi (Ba Sul Ta) and Zamboanga Peninsula in line with IOM’s policies, standards and commitments. Given the local context, s/he is expected to actively promote approaches and initiatives that are responsive to triple risk factors of conflict, environment and/or climate change and consider the linkage of these factors with human mobility.
Responsibilities

Support the identification, coordination and liaison with relevant local government and non-government stakeholders in Ba Sul Ta and Zamboanga Peninsula.
Assist the Sr. MECC Project Assistant in mainstreaming effective approaches to migrant protection and to addressing the triple challenges of climate change, conflict and Trafficking in Persons (Ti P).
Assist in planning and organizing local meetings, consultations, workshops, and other project activities, including support to the preparation of presentations, meeting documents, meeting minutes and reports.
Prepare, in coordination with Sr. MECC Project Assistant, official communication and updates for briefings with local government and partners on climate change, environment and migration related matters.
Support the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of field activities and inform the Sr. MECC Project Assistant of challenges and corrective actions needed on the ground.
Gather and verify data and information relevant to climate and conflict related migration, displacement and planned relocation from news, academic and governmental sources and assist in regular information sharing with IOM’s MECC team, partners and stakeholders.
Assist in the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of migration protection and assistance, including migration, environment, and climate change projects and activities, by completing monitoring templates, drafting reports, and keeping the project database and documents up to date.
Perform various administrative and clerical tasks such as preparing the necessary logistics and procurement arrangements, activity materials and documents.
Support the operationalization of Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) framework for IOM's programming in Mindanao; and contribute to execution of risk mitigation measures in Mindanao programming including Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA).
Undertake duty travel as required and perform other tasks as may be assigned.

Qualifications
University degree in Political or Social Sciences, Migration Management, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, Refugee and Migration Studies, International Relations, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant professional experience; or
School diploma with minimum five years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience in liaising with governmental authorities and local communities, as well as national and regional institutions;
Experience in project development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and reporting;
Experience in developing communications materials and leading social media updates;
Experience in working in a multi-partner or regional project and with UN agencies is an advantage;
Prior experience working for IOM, a UN agency is an advantage.
Demonstrated expertise in climate change, environmental issues and/or disaster risk reduction;
Knowledge or experience of national issues and Pacific level issues an advantage;
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Required: For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Desirable: Tagalog
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. - 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.

Notes

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. Access vacancy here: https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcm UI/Candidate Experience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/11510

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: Php66,664.00 per month
Application Deadline: 09/20/2024

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