Protection Officer (P) at IOM Careers

1. Contribute to Protection programming across the CO and provide technical support to other units of the CO on Protection Mainstreaming, including safe programming and capacity development.

2. Support the Senior Programme Officer (Protection) in managing Protection projects and ensuring coherence with other thematic units, while providing analytical inputs and regular updates on programme priorities, policies, and needs to inform planning and decision-making.

3. Contribute to establishing, maintaining and further expanding strong relationships across UN Agencies, humanitarian organizations, government and community interlocutors, and with a broad range of other local interests toward the successful implementation of CO’s Protection programming.

4. Support the convening of regular Protection programme coordination meetings and events with stakeholders, donors, and partners to assist in promoting dialogue and innovative solutions, and document outcomes and support the implementation of follow-up actions (including related to NPC, UNSCDF, and working groups).

5. Support the effective development and implementation of CO’s Protection programming by exercising administrative, operational and financial management for relevant projects. Provide operational management, guidance and supervision to the relevant staff, assisting on programmatic strategy and implementation, including where to focus programme resources and address operational challenges with focus on protection. Mentor and support staff, conduct relevant training and ensure capacity building of Programme staff.

6. Coordinate and implement activities included in the CO’s Protection portfolio, which may include contributing to the development of protection Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and internal guidelines for protection case management and facilitating protection mainstreaming interventions, in line with IOM’s institutional tools and guidance and international protection standards.

7. Contribute to the timely and quality preparation and submission of Programme reports, situation updates and lessons learned in close coordination with relevant units in the CO and according to requirements of IOM, donors and relevant stakeholders.

8. Contribute to the establishment of a common Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework and harmonized reporting and information management system that incorporates regular reporting requirements and impact evaluation strategies, in close coordination with CO’s Monitoring, Evaluations and Learning (MEAL) team.

9. Identify and propose new opportunities for Protection interventions in IOM’s Ethiopia’s current programming and contribute to the development of sections of project proposals, thematic concept notes, and reports in coordination with relevant Programme/Project Managers.

10. Provide technical support in production of visibility/communications materials in close coordination with Public Information Officer/Focal Point of the CO.

11. Participate at the relevant donor or partner meetings, briefings and conferences at international and national level and support collaboration and information sharing and knowledge management on Protection Programming and related interventions.

12. Coordinate closely with Protection Programme Managers, and other unit’s Programme Managers (including MMGU, MECC, HRR, etc.) to contribute to a coherent approach and strong linkages across projects within and related to the protection portfolio.

13. Maintain the programme database and financial tracking, support budgets coordination and monitoring of expenditures and procurement plans, liaise with support units, and work with relevant units for the preparation of accurate financial reports.

14. Undertake regular visits to the Sub-Offices, to support the implementation Protection programme.

15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International 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.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in programme development and capacity-building activities;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions; and,
• Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders.

Skills

• Good management, coordination, and information management skills;
• Knowledge of the UN System, NGOs and other international organizations/institutions;
• Knowledge of protection programming, migration data, labour migration patterns and ability to negotiate with government authorities;
• Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
• Proven experience in project and budget management, including proposal development, planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting;
• Good analytical and writing skills;
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Ability to think strategically, make effective decisions under pressure, and align actions with organizational priorities;
• High computer proficiency, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, publishing tools, and internet research; and,
• Demonstrated ability to assess capacity needs and develop training plans for staff and partners; leadership skills to guide teams and foster collaboration across thematic areas.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Amharic is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values – 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 2

• 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.