Project Officer (Counter Trafficking) at the International Organization for Migration (IOM)

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) - 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. 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Officer (Counter Trafficking)

Location: Maiduguri
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

Context

• Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Abuja and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager (Emergency Response) in Maiduguri, and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialists (RTSs) based in Dakar, Senegal, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the implementation, monitoring and effective coordination of the counter-trafficking projects and activities.
• S/he will also support in maintaining contact with relevant government authorities and technical partners, to enhance IOM’s presence in the humanitarian community in addressing the risk factors of Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and exploitation among affected populations.
• Activities will be carried out in coordination with the United Nations (UN) humanitarian response system, and especially the protection sector working group as well as government counterparts such as NAPTIP.
• S/he will also contribute to developing and promoting of the IOM's Counter-Trafficking policy in Nigeria.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Support the overall implementation of the mission’s counter-trafficking and victim protection activities and the development of new ones especially in North East Nigeria. Monitor and track the financial, administrative and technical oversight of projects to ensure adherence to IOM's policies, practices and global standards on counter-trafficking (particularly focusing on the victim-centred response) as well as relevant requirements, guidelines and grant agreements regarding the issue of trafficking in persons.
• Coordinate daily project activities and participate actively in training development and delivery. Communicate and follow up with appropriate IOM units and field offices, including in relation with psychosocial activities, IOM counter-trafficking and other vulnerable groups regular programmes on-going the Mission.
• Promote dialogue, information-sharing and cooperation among Government and non-governmental actors on IOM's priority areas for cooperation. Monitor the protection needs of the victims of trafficking, their families and communities and coordinate systematic reporting.
• Collect and report critical information related to counter-trafficking activities/stakeholders or existing plans in Nigeria.
• Assist with the integration of victim protection related variables into assessments and tools used by IOM (such as DTM) and coordinate their analysis and treatment within IOM and other key protection actors.
• Implement victim protection strategies, notably identification, referral and assistance activities for children (special focus on unaccompanied and separated children), victims of human trafficking and exploitation, victims of gender-based violence and/or other survivors of violence, exploitation and abuse, in coordination with other colleagues and concerned protection actors.
• Coordinate project staff as well as consultants recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities.
• Participate in protection focused seminars and other meetings of governmental and non-governmental entities, as requested.
• Draft regular reports covering counter-trafficking and protection activities; prepare inputs for briefings, statistical/narrative reports and background information as required including specific information requested by Governments and other entities.
• Liaise with IOM Regional Office on project development opportunities linking counter-trafficking to other programme areas.
• Provision of technical support to NAPTIP in North East Nigeria, particularly on counter-trafficking in emergencies. This will include provision of support in strengthening their database.
• Undertake duty travels, in line with prevailing security restrictions, relating to project assessments, liaison with counterparts, and project implementation, as required.
• Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:

• Master's degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law, Human Rights, International Affairs, Migration Studies 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 programme development;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs;
• Good knowledge of project formulation, administration and evaluation techniques and practices;
• Good level of computer literacy, including database applications;
• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate administrative activities;
• Working experience in the region is an asset.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.

Desirable Competencies
Behavioral:

• Accountability - takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation - works effectively well with client and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning - promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication - listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative - actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation - develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management - identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork - contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Application Closing Date
20th August, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.