Open to Internal and External Candidates
Position Title: Protection Field Assistant
Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G4
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term, Six months with the possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 25 September 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. 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:
Under the overall supervision of Chief of Mission, and the Senior Protection Coordinator, and under the direct supervision of the Protection Field Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for implementing IOM Ukraine’s Protection Programming at the oblast/area level, applying protection principles and techniques, interagency and cluster guidelines, adhering to IOM standards and procedures, and collaborating with IOM teams, NGOs, authorities and other relevant partners.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education

• High school Degree/Certificate with at least four years of relevant work experience

Or

• Bachelor’s Degree with Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Education, Law or International Relations or related field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of relevant work experience

Experience

• Experience with social work, case management processes, and assisting persons in need.
• Familiarity with humanitarian operational responses, internal displacement, and Protection Principles.
• Previous work experience in a governmental, UN or NGO that deals with humanitarian and/or development work is preferable.

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills (logistics, procedures, archives)
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word etc.) and experience in working with databases and online applications.
• Good understanding of English, as well as communication and writing skills in English.
• Ability to learn new thematic areas, such as those related to IOM’s protection work.

Languages
For this position, fluency in English and Ukrainian (oral and written). is required (oral and written).
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
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

• 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.

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 security clearances.
A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications by 25 September 2024 the latest. Applications submitted in any other manner will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period:
From 13.09.2024 to 25.09.2024