Senior Project Assistant (PSEA) – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates 

Position Title: Senior Project Assistant (PSEA)
Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G6
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 9 June 2022 

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 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: 

Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) by aid workers is a violation of human rights and IOM is committed to combat any kind of SEA by its staff related personnel and partners. IOM’s zero tolerance policy not only applies to IOM staff but also extends to IOM third party contracted staff, suppliers, service providers and implementing partners. With over 16,000 staff and over 6,000 related personnel, operating in 450 Offices, and 165 countries throughout the world, the impact of SEA on victims and within IOM’s operating environments, and the reputational risk it poses for the Organization needs to be addressed and remains a key priority.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the Policy, Liaison and Programme Development (PLPD) Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (PSEA), the incumbent will be responsible for implementing IOM’s efforts in protection against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) for the mission in Ukraine.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Implement IOM’s PSEA related projects including monitoring, drafting donor report and administrative support in coordination with relevant units and colleagues.
2. Assist in fundraising efforts for IOM PSEA projects including collecting data for project proposals, coordinating with other IOM Field Missions, Regional Office, donors and other stakeholders on PSEA needs and response.
3. Organize PSEA trainings for IOM staff and related personnel, implementing partners, key institutional stakeholders.
4. Maintain PSEA documents, visibility materials and files in digital format.
5. Provide informal interpretation and written translation (English/Ukrainian) when necessary.
6. Participate in inter-agency meetings, working groups, seminars, conferences and other events and take notes and provide it to the project staff as assigned.
7. Coordinate regular reporting (IOM internal, IOM external, UN-related and others), correspondence, publication and presentation materials as necessary
8. Undertake duty travel as required.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, International Relations, Psychology, Social Sciences, Development Studies and Planning or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least four years of relevant work experience; 

OR

• High School Degree/Certificate with six years of relevant work experience.

Experience 

• Experience in project implementation including administrative and budgetary aspects. Work experience in the fields of sexual exploitation and abuse, protection, child protection, gender-based violence, accountability to affected populations (AAP), gender mainstreaming and/or humanitarian affairs.
• Previous work experience in IOM, a UN agency, non-governmental organization, or international organization is required.
• Experience in cooperation with NGOs, governmental authorities and UN partners is required.
• Knowledge and understanding of IOM’s institutional approach on PSEA and related strategies, policies, rules and regulations
• Knowledge of the UN system and architecture;
• In depth knowledge of mainstreaming best practices and partnership models to ensure coordination of the same across a diversified range of actors;
• Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary;
• Knowledge of UN/IOM and donor programming;
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word etc.) and experience in working with databases and online applications is required.

Languages

Fluency in English, Ukrainian is required. 

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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 

• 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.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. 

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

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form (https://ukraine.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1861/files/documents/personal_history_form_2016.xls) to [email protected] by 9 June 2022 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Posting period:

From 02.06.2022 to 09.06.2022