Senior Thematic Associate (Protection) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Senior Thematic Associate (Protection)

Duty Station: Bangkok, Thailand

Classification: General Service, G.6 (Base salary: THB 90,432.33 per month)

Type of Appointment: One Year Fixed Term

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date : 17 November 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners with 174 member states and a presence in over 100 countries. 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:

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Thematic Specialist – Protection (PXD RTS), the incumbent will support the Regional Thematic Unit for Protection (PXD RTU), which operates with thematic guidance from the Protection Division in IOM Headquarters (HQ), to provide thematic expertise and resource mobilization support to Country Offices (COs); including: monitor and analyse regional thematic trends; support regional thematic project development; support thematic capacity development; and review and support project proposal endorsement processes related to PXD in the Region.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support the PXD RTS to carry out capacity building, training, monitoring and evaluation and technical support to Country Offices in the Region on thematic areas of relevance to PXD.
2. Support the PXD RTS in the reviewing, endorsing and tracking of project proposals developed by COs in the Region.
3. Support the PXD RTS in the reviewing, approving and tracking of project reports developed by COs in the Region.
4. Identify emerging issues relevant to the thematic area, follow thematic developments at the regional and CO level and contribute to the development of thematic policy and reports in collaboration with the PXD RTS.
5. Together with the PXD RTS, serve as a resource person for COs in the Region by providing insights in the latest standards, guidelines (particularly for case management), policy and research developments at global, regional and country levels as well as best practices in project implementation.
6. In coordination with the Regional Project Development Officer (RPDO) and PXD RTS, support the development of projects that are regional/multi-country, for small COs, and for countries with no IOM presence.
7. Under the guidance of the PXD RTS, support with drafting and developing regional thematic guidance notes, information sheets, and tools together with other RTUs in the RO.
8. Prepare internal reports, presentations, talking points, speeches, statements and briefings as relevant to PXD as needed.
9. In coordination with the RPDO and the PXD RTS, contribute to ongoing knowledge management processes at the RO and COs in the Region, including sharing thematic related information between the COs and RO.
10. In the absence of the PXD RTS, ensure the continued functioning of the PXD RTU by coordinating incoming requests from internal or external partners.
11. Participate in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the thematic area of expertise, as required by the PXD RTS and/or the Deputy Regional Director (DRD) for Operations.
12. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law, or related field with four years of relevant professional experience; or,
• High School diploma with six years of relevant experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, with project management and thematic experience;
• Demonstrated expertise in protection;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions, private sector and NGOs; and,
• Work experience in protection in the region is an asset.

Skills

• Strong writing and analytical skills;
• Takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Displays strong understanding of subject matter;
• Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, learning, project development and reporting;
• Contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation; and,
• Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions.

Languages

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

Required

For this position, fluency in English and Thai is required (oral and written).

Desirable

Working knowledge of any other language of the region is an advantage.

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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 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.
• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.