Position Title: Project Assistant (Hygiene Promotion and Distribution)
Duty Station: Doha**, Qatar**
Classification: General Service Staff, G-5
Type of Appointment: One Year Fixed Term, with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 27 August 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 environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
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 Project Officer (NFIs and Distribution), the direct supervision of the and daily supervision of the Snr Project Assistant (Hygiene Promotion and Distribution) working closely with the IOM Units (Community Engagement Unit, RMM, MHD, Protection, MHPSS, SMS, and Education) the incumbent will be responsible for performing the following tasks
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Under the guidance of the Project coordinator and Senior Project Assistant, participate in
planning of Hygiene Promotion and community participation activities.
2. Participate in direct implementation of hygiene and health promotion activities in CAS transit
camp. This includes:
– Conducting household visits.
– Facilitating hygiene awareness sessions.
– Distributing hygiene promotion materials
– Facilitating Menstrual Hygiene Sessions for women and girls
– Environmental cleanliness.
– IYCF awareness sessions
– Interpretation of messages and information to guests
3. Assist the Project Officer in the coordination of – Water, sanitation, and hygiene regarding
WASH-related beneficiary preferences.
4. Support managing day-to-day hygiene promotion activities in the field.
5. Provide technical support and training for hygiene promoters and community volunteers.
6. Distribute Information, Communication, and Education (IEC) materials to community hygiene
promoters.
7. Support the coordination with the relevant stakeholders at CAS and the IOM unit on hygiene and
sanitation-related matters, such as awareness raising.
8. Provide regular and timely progress reports related to hygiene promotion activities.
9. Participate in drafting, adapting, reviewing SOPs and visibility (IEC) materials for hygiene activities
in CAS.
10. Participate in distribution of non-food items (NFIs) and supplementary food items (SFIs)
11. Contribute to producing Daily/weekly/monthly distribution reports, and monitor the recycling
procedure including cleaning, collection, and redistribution of NFIs.
12. Bring to the Assistance Programme Manager and the NFIs Project Manager’s attention any
challenges on NFI hygiene products and ensure quality delivery of service.
13. Assist in promoting a respectful working environment free of harassment, retaliation and prevent
sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH); this includes identifying PSEAH risks in NFIs
operations and implementing the PSEAH risk mitigation plan in the area of responsibility.
14. Perform other duties as required within the competencies and responsibilities of the position.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
· Bachelor’s degree in public health, Environmental Health, Sociology, Development and humanitarian studies or related fields from an accredited academic institution* with three years of experience in WASH promotion, community/public health promotion and participation in camp setting, or,
· Completed high school with at least five years of relevant experience.
Experience
· Professional experience in humanitarian hygiene promotion (WASH), Public health Promotion,
· Shelter and NFIs programming, community engagement and participation.
· Prior relevant professional experience in NFIs distribution in a humanitarian context
· Prior experience working in camps.
· Preferable prior experience working with a United Nations agency in an emergency context.
· Knowledge of working with migrants and refugees.
Skills
· Must be approachable and empathic so children will be comfortable working with you.
· Excellent knowledge and skills in MHPSS programming resilience, psychosocial support, community-based activities, development and mobilization, especially in an emergency context.
· Demonstrated ability to draft and prepare clear and concise formal correspondence and project reports.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multi-cultural setting;
· Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.
· Strong organizational, facilitation, communication, writing and presentations skills;
· Proficient in a Microsoft Office environment and office software packages; Data entry (database management) skills.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
REQUIRED
For this position, fluency in English, Pashtu and Dari is required (oral and written).
Notes
*Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies
Values
· respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
· maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
· demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
· Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
· Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1
· develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
· produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
· continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
· takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
· 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 link.
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other
- 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, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
- IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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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 August 2024 until 27 August 2024