Programme Manager (Protection) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Programme Manager (Protection)
Duty Station : Aden, Yemen
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 05 December 2024

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; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
   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; Saint Lucia;
   Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (Protection), and in close coordination with the Senior Field and Programme Coordinator and the Regional Thematic Specialist for Protection at the Regional Office in Cairo, Egypt, the Programme Manager (Protection) will be responsible and accountable for the operational management and supervision of the protection activities in the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Yemen Country Office (CO).

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Oversee IOM protection projects across Yemen, providing advice and support for planning and response activities, in line with IOM guidelines, protection standards and principles, humanitarian principles, and international standards.
2. Ensure the implementation of IOM Protection projects in the country, including the preparation and submission of project workplans and budgets, and ensuring that budget, time, and quality requirements and specifications are met.
3. Support resource mobilization for protection in emergencies programmes and activities in line with the protection strategy and engage with donors, as necessary.
4. Identify programme development opportunities, funding sources, technical interventions and strategic partnerships to strengthen IOM’s protection in emergencies portfolio, notably in general migrant protection, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Counter-Trafficking in emergencies, in line with protection needs on the ground.
5. Coordinate with the CO’s Supply Chain Unit in relation to the needs and requirements of protection projects in line with IOM and donor’s processes and regulations. Participate in monitoring all contractual agreements with service providers and/or implementing parties.
6. Assess training and capacity building needs on protection including on GBV, disability inclusion, and child protection, among IOM staff, Implementing Partners, and other stakeholders, and organize and provide training, as necessary.
7. Provide inputs to, and review all project documents ensuring the integration of protection in emergencies and cross-cutting issues.
8. Contribute to the development of sector specific response plans and standard operating procedures for protection, and protection mainstreaming interventions. Ensure that the protection programme is driven by a sound monitoring, evaluation, and learning framework that leads to continuous improvement and fine-tunning of systems and processes.
9. Ensure active participation and engagement in cluster coordination meetings, including the Protection Cluster, GBV, and Child Protection Areas of Responsibility, and other relevant forums.
10. Ensure appropriate partnerships with national/local authorities, state institutions, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders, including effective coordination and information exchange with them.
11. Liaise with the Migration Health Unit on the implementation of Psychosocial Support (PSS), and the Housing, Land, and Property (HLP) Expert on related issues to ensure their integration into the protection strategy and programme portfolio.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Humanitarian Action, Political Science, International Relations, International Law, Development Studies, Social Sciences or a relevant field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience and expertise in implementing varied specialized protection programmes (protection, GBV, child protection, HLP, Protection of Civilians (POC), community-based protection, protection advocacy, and etc.) in different crisis or conflict contexts;
• Demonstrated experience in protection coordination and Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) platforms;
• Demonstrated experience in managing protection related projects, including budget management;
• Experience in managing and mentoring staff; and,
• Experience in liaison and working with partners and government counterpart.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of various protection specialized fields and activities and their respective standards (e.g. Protection, GBV, POC, HLP, child protection, protection advocacy, community-based protection and others);
• Knowledge of IOM project management procedures and relevant policies;
• Excellent analytical, drafting and negotiations skills; and,
• Knowledge of United Nations (UN) and bilateral donor programming.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic
is highly desirable and/or another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish)
is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

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

Required Competencies:

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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.