Protection Assistant (GBV Caseworker) – 2 Positions

Position Title : Protection Assistant (GBV Caseworker) – 2 Positions

Duty Station : Doha, Qatar

Classification : General Service Staff, G-5

Type of Appointment: Special Short Term Graded

Contract Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 02 February 2025

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 work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo

(the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See;

Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar;

Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru;

Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;

Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management, advanced understanding of migration issues, encourage social and economic development through migration, and uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants of affected by the ongoing emergency.

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Protection Coordinator and Protection Coordinator, with the direct supervision of the Protection Officer (GBV); and in close coordination with the Protection Officers and in collaboration with the rest of the Protection unit, the successful candidate will be responsible to support implementing and coordinating IOM’s gender-based violence (GBV) response, prevention, and mitigation activities, ensuring adherence to IOM’s Gender-Based Violence in Crisis (GBViC) Framework and Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) guidelines on Protection and GBV for IOM Qatar-Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) operation.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of GBV activities, particularly, in line with Inter-Agency Minimum Standards for GBV in Emergencies, Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) GBV Case Management Guidelines and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for GBV and Protection.

2. Provide confidential and comprehensive case management services grounded in protection principles and a survivor-centred approach.

3. Support coordination and implementation of IOM’s multi-sectoral response to GBV (including, Health, Psychosocial Support, Case Management and Safety & Security).

4. Support the GBV Officer in retrieving, compiling, summarizing, analysing, and present information/data on GBV risks and trends.

5. Draft regular status and case reports, identifying shortfalls in implementation, programming and bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.

6. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records on ongoing projects and cases (ensuring data protection); organize meetings, including, case management review meetings/conferences, workshops and training sessions.

7. Support GBV risk mitigation interventions through regular engagement with other Protection sub-units, IOM units and external partners on safety, dignity, accessibility, and privacy of their services.

8. Support coordination and delivery of GBV and protection interventions and activities, such as, management of women and girl safe spaces (WGSS), Child Friendly Spaces (CFS) and community-based protection in coordination with other sub-units and Mental Health & Psycho-Social Support (MHPSS)-teams.

9. Provide guidance/training to staff, volunteers and partners.

10. Participate in internal and external coordination meetings as requested by supervisor.

11. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor(s).

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, women’s studies, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three (3) years of relevant professional experience or;
• Completed High school diploma from an accredited academic institution, with five (5) years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Dedicated experience in implementing GBV interventions, particularly, working with survivors and providing direct assistance in emergency contexts.
• Minimum three years of relevant professional experience, within GBV prevention, response & risk-mitigation.
• Experience providing GBV case management.
• Prior experience in coordinating caseworkers is an advantage.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of GBV Guiding Principles, Inter-Agency GBV Minimum Standards, and ability to manage high-pressure situations and support complex cases in a rapidly changing environment.
• In-depth and clear understanding of intersectionality, gender, power relations and issues around violence against women, girls, men, boys and persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting empowerment of women, girls, and marginalized communities.
• Coordination skills to enable information sharing and facilitate working relations with internal units, and external partners.
• Strong interpersonal and empathetic skills, including ability to work in a team and multi-cultural environment.
• Solid computer skills (MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

REQUIRED

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

DESIRABLE

Basic Knowledge of Dari, Pashto, or Arabic (oral and written) is a distinct advantage.

Notes

*Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required 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.
• 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 action and delegated work.
• **Communication:**encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

How to apply:

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications received through IOM’s Online Recruitment Platform, links mentioned below:

For Internal Candidates, please apply through the below link:

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For External Candidates, please apply through the below link:

https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/12841

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via the above link not later than 02 February 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No Fees: IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee).

Posting period:

From 20 January 2025 until 02 February 2025.

Eligibility:

This position is open to all nationalities. IOM Qatar will facilitate the work visa and residency permit requirements for the selected candidates.

Other

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.