Національний/-а Керівник/-ця з Захисту / (National Protection Officer (Protection&Outreach)) - Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні
Job Description
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Ukraine and the National Senior Protection Officer, and the direct supervision of the National Protection Officer, the incumbent will support the coordination and implementation of the Prevention and Outreach portfolio of the Protection Programme. The incumbent will contribute to the timely delivery of results, quality and compliance with IOM policies and protection principles, and effective collaboration with internal units, government counterparts, UN agencies, and civil society partners
Responsibilities
In close coordination with the National Protection Officer, support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the Protection Programme’s prevention and outreach portfolio to reduce protection risks (including trafficking in persons, exploitation, gender-based violence, and war-related violence), ensuring coherence with IOM strategies, donor requirements, and relevant coordination frameworks.
Contribute to the delivery and quality of prevention and outreach activities (including general awareness-raising, targeted outreach, and early prevention efforts), supporting the use of evidence-based approaches, inclusive and conflict-sensitive messaging, and alignment with protection principles.
Support the operation of the National Toll-Free Counter-Trafficking and Migrant Advice Hotline, including assisting with performance monitoring, quality assurance, referral pathway alignment, data protection and confidentiality, trend analysis, and preparation of data for internal and external use, as appropriate.
Draft and compile inputs for donor reports, proposals, concept notes, and visibility materials related to prevention and outreach; support resource mobilization efforts by providing inputs on context and trends, lessons learned, and programmatic directions.
Support the supervision of assigned staff, including workplanning, coaching and mentoring, performance management, and promote a productive and respectful work environment in line with IOM values.
Support monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) activities for prevention and outreach interventions, including assisting with indicator tracking, activity-level assessments, partner monitoring as applicable, feedback and complaints mechanisms, and synthesis of lessons learned.
Coordinate and liaise with other IOM units (including programmes, operations, MEAL, communications, and field offices) to support joint planning and a coordinated approach across humanitarian, recovery, and development settings.
Contribute to the mainstreaming of protection across IOM Ukraine interventions by providing inputs, support risk mitigation efforts, and practical guidance to teams, in line with IOM internal guidance and applicable inter-agency standards.
Undertake duty travel as required to support programme implementation.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Education, Law and International Relations or related field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of relevant professional work experience; or,
Master’s Degree in above fields.
EXPERIENCE
Demonstrated work experience in the thematic area of protection, including countering human trafficking, exploitation, and gender-based violence, showing increasing levels of managerial responsibility.
Experience supporting the planning and coordination of prevention and outreach interventions, including development of workplans, technical guidance/tools, and implementation monitoring
Experience contributing to the full project cycle (proposal development, implementation, donor compliance and reporting, internal and external coordination, and monitoring and evaluation), including preparing clear written inputs and supporting budget-related inputs.
Experience supervising staff and working with implementing partners and/or service providers, including delegation, follow-up, and quality assurance to achieve high-quality deliverables and optimum performance.
Experience liaising and cooperating with governmental counterparts, UN agencies, NGOs/civil society, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Experience working in humanitarian and/or emergency response and post-conflict environments, particularly related to internal displacement and mixed migration.
SKILLS
Knowledge of migration, displacement, humanitarian response, and protection-related subject areas, as dealt with by the Organization in Ukraine.
Ability to self-manage competing priorities, learn quickly, and provide structured technical support across multiple workstreams within the Protection Programme.
Strong facilitation and training delivery skills, including the ability to tailor content to diverse audiences and translate technical guidance into practical tools.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills, especially in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word etc.) and database systems such as Salesforce.
Strong communication, writing, and analytical and critical thinking skills in English.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English and Ukrainian is required.
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.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2
- 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.
Notes
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.
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.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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.
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No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications ONLY through this link View the external job posting by 05 May the latest. Applications submitted in any other manner will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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