Organization Context :
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Protection) and the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer (Protection), the incumbent will support the implementation and monitoring of protection services, through Implementing Partner (IP) organizations of IOM’s protection programme in Pakistan.Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Protection) and the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer (Protection), the incumbent will provide advanced support for the effective planning, implementation, coordination and monitoring of protection services, through Implementing Partner (IP) organizations of IOM’s protection programme in Pakistan.
The Senior Programme Associate (Protection) will support compliance monitoring, quality assurance and operational coordination across projects implemented by Implementing Partners (IPs), liaising with IPs and contributing to operational planning, monitoring and reporting.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Support the planning and implementation of ongoing and new protection activities by Implementing Partners (IPs), including the selection of new IPs, in line with IOM standards, project frameworks, workplans, and donor requirements.
- Support the implementation of protection-related activities by IPs, including but not limited to case management, community-based protection, referral pathways and coordination of legal service provision. Assist in the organization and delivery of capacity-building sessions to IPs on general protection, protection mainstreaming principles, gender-based violence (GBV), child protection (CP), counter trafficking (CT), safe referral practices, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), data protection and other relevant topics.
- Assist the monitoring of a network of different IPs against project workplans and log frames, including through weekly and monthly project tracking and reporting tools.
- Maintain regular and proactive communication with IPs and field teams to help identify and address operational and programmatic challenges.
- Participate in regular field visits to support the monitoring of service delivery by IPs, assist in periodic meetings to discuss challenges, conduct ad hoc follow-ups, and contribute to identifying and reporting capacity-building needs to the supervisor.
- Consistently and accurately collect and compile information and data shared by IPs on project achievements and enter them into relevant tools, databases and information management (IM) systems to facilitate monitoring and reporting, in line with data protection principles.
- Support other tasks and activities as requested by the supervisor, including but not limited to assisting with field visits, key informant interviews (KIIs), focus group discussions, awareness raising sessions and other activities.
- Assist with other tasks, as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in development studies, political sciences, social sciences, gender studies, law, human rights or other relevant field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or,
- High school diploma with six years of experience.
- Experience supporting general protection, child protection (CP), and gender-based violence (GBV) activities, including direct work with beneficiaries.
- Previous experience in protection-related information management is an asset.
- Understanding of the protection sector in Pakistan, including its challenges, priorities, existing referral pathways, and an understanding of principles for safe referrals.
- Experience supporting capacity-building initiatives and awareness-raising on general protection, GBV, CP and other cross-cutting issues.
- Good experience working with implementing partners (IPs).
- Understanding key issues related to data protection and knowledge of safe, confidential and ethical data collection and handling.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Power Point, and Excel.
- Knowledge of the Afghanistan crisis in Pakistan and basic understanding of issues related to Afghan migrants and host communities.
- Familiarity with a range of migration-related topics relevant to the Organization’s work.
- Basic Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming processes.
- Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
For this position, fluency in English and Urdu is required (oral and written).
Desirable :
Working knowledge of Pashtu, Dari or any other local language/s.
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 three 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.
- 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.
- 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 leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
- 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.
- IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
- 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.
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