Project Officer (Counter Trafficking) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Project Officer (Counter Trafficking)

Duty Station : Baku, Azerbaijan

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 05 May 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 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; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) presence in Azerbaijan dates back to 1996. IOM has been implementing a variety of projects in line with its mission to assist the Government of Azerbaijan in meeting the operational challenges of migration, advance understanding of migration issues, encourage social and economic development, and uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants.

Specifically, IOM has been assisting the Government of Azerbaijan and civil society organizations to strengthen Azerbaijan’s effectiveness in preventing and combating trafficking in human beings and forced labour through i) technical assistance to the government to effectively reform and implement the national anti-trafficking law in line with international standards, ii) capacity building of government and non-government stakeholders, and iii) direct service provision to Victims of Trafficking (VoTs) and potential VoTs.

IOM aims to support the Government and civil society organizations in combating human trafficking and consequently transnational organized crime by applying a comprehensive, holistic and multidisciplinary approach through the implementation of multiple counter trafficking projects at the central and local level throughout the country.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), in close coordination with Regional Migrants Specialist based at the Regional Office (RO) in Vienna and Senior Project Assistant in IOM Azerbaijan, the Project Officer (Counter Trafficking) will assist the CoM with all aspects of Counter Trafficking Portfolio and be responsible for the implementation, monitoring and effective coordination of the Counter-Trafficking project and activities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Supervise and contribute to the implementation of effective Counter Trafficking project activities, monitor and track the budgetary, administrative and technical aspects of projects to check adherence to IOM’s policies, practices and global standards on counter-trafficking as well as relevant donor requirements.
2. Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of project activities including maintenance of relevant data on the project, tracking project indicators.
3. Compile interim and final project narrative reports to the donor in accordance with IOM procedure and donor requirements in coordination with COM and other relevant parties. Draft general or specific information on project activities as required by donor, IOM offices or external parties.
4. Monitor implementation of daily project activities including the preparation and/or processing of administrative requests in line with agreed project documents, timelines, indicators, results and other project requirements.
5. Identify constraints and obstacles to the implementation of project, propose solutions, and/or consult the CoM in a timely manner.
6. Coordinate the organization of trainings, capacity building sessions, workshops for government stakeholders and partners on Counter-Trafficking in close coordination with donor and relevant units at the Country Office (CO), Regional Office (RO) and Headquarters (HQ).
7. Facilitate the timely recruitment of international/national consultants and/or experts required for the implementation of the projects, in accordance with IOM’s procedures and regulations.
8. Facilitate adequate information management of project activities including awareness-raising, regular updates, press releases and production of other relevant communication and visibility materials.
9. Contribute to development and drafting of new concept notes, project proposals including conducting research, selecting, and summarizing background information on counter trafficking, migrants’ protection and reintegration.
10. Assist the CoM in building, coordinating, and maintaining relationship with project partners and other relevant stakeholders, as well as in promoting IOM activities on counter trafficking.
11. Participate in meetings, workshops, conferences, and public events, and draft presentations, relevant notes for files, meeting minutes, action points, etc
12. Undertake duty travels related to Counter Trafficking projects implementation as required and authorized by the CoM.
13. Act as a focal point in support of Migrant Protection and Assistance (MPA) activities.
14. Support the CO in the activation of projects in Project Information and Management Application (PRIMA).
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the field of counter trafficking at both policy and programmatic level;

• Experience in project reporting, implementation, and development;

• Experience of project budgeting and staffing ideally in UN system;

• Experience in monitoring and evaluation;

• Experience in negotiating and liaising with governmental authorities and international agencies

(UN Agencies, International Organizations, and NGOs).

Skills

• Knowledge of the region is an advantage.

Languages

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

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Fluency in Azerbaijani, Russian and/or Turkish 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

1 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 three 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 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 action 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

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 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 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.