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POSITION TITLE : PROJECT ASSISTANT
Duty Station : DUBLIN, IRELAND
Classification : GENERAL SERVICE
Type of Appointment : SPECIAL SHORT-TERM CONTRACT, 7MONTHS WITH
POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION
Estimated Start Date : AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
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_Established in **Apply on the website**, 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: _
The PROTECT project, aims to address the following outcomes: 1.
Strengthen the role of cultural mediators to address the challenges
around effective access to services for migrant communities and other
minority groups. 2. Increase knowledge and awareness in the area of
counter-trafficking and Domestic Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
(DSGBV) amongst migrant communities and other minorities. This
includes research on counter trafficking; a targeted awareness raising
campaign; specialized training and exchanges for law enforcement
agencies on investigation techniques on counter trafficking and
private sector entities on trafficking indicators; (iv) capacity
building on cultural competency for frontline service providers;
development of an online training modules. 3. Strengthen the work of
An Garda S?och?na with migrant communities, particularly in the area
of DSGBV reporting through research, assessments and the development
of conflict resolution mechanisms; training materials and community
engagement mechanisms following the aims of recently published Third
National Strategy on Domestic Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.
Under the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer
(Protect Project Manager), as defined by the programme?s remit, the
Project Assistant will be responsible for all duties related to the
implementation of the programme in order to achieve its defined
outcomes and results.
_CORE FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES: _
* Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
* Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on
specific project topics.
* Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary
approval and update budget related information.
* Support administrative coordination of project implementation,
involving liaison with diverse organizational units and external
parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and
follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
* Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and
bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
* Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics,
statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation.
* Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
* Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and
maintain files/records.
* Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
_EDUCATION_
* School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or,
* Bachelor?s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International
Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law
or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two
years of relevant professional experience.
_EXPERIENCE_
* Experience in liaising with governmental authorities,
national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and
non-governmental organizations;
* Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally
displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups;
and,
* Prior work experience with international humanitarian
organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization
in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
_SKILLS_
* Prior experience dealing with vulnerable groups and migrants
including direct assistance and support
* Experience with project implementation and/or development is
desirable.
* Experience with staff development and monitoring is desirable
* Experience with training and/or training facilitation is desirable
* Knowledge of cultural mediation
* Experience dealing with DSGBV, TiP prevention and response and/or
community policing is desirable
* Experience working within an international, multi-cultural work
environment is an advantage_._
LANGUAGES
* Fluency in English is required
* Any other IOM official language is an advantage
COMPETENCIES
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:
_VALUES_
* Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes
individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and
inclusion wherever possible.
* 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.
_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 action and delegated
work.
* Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open
communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring
and motivational way
IOM?s competency framework can be found at this
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
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