Project Assistant (Counter Trafficking) (Porto Velho/RO) presso International Organization for Migration
International Organization for Migration · Brasilia, Brasile · Onsite
- Professional
- Ufficio in Brasilia
At this moment internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates will be considered as First-Tier Candidates and will be given preference over are Second-Tier candidates. Internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position. Former IOM Staff Members affected by a Structural Adjustment Plan triggered due to a funding constraint in the last 12 months will be considered internal candidates.
Context:
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 nongovernmental 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.
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Brazil has been implementing a project to support the Brazilian government in ensuring that forcibly returned Brazilian citizens are received with dignity, that their human rights are respected, and that they receive support to overcome vulnerabilities and reintegrate into society. In addition to this initiative, IOM Brazil is also implementing various projects that address the protection, assistance, and integration needs of migrants, refugees, and other vulnerable populations throughout the country. The Counter Trafficking and Border Governance Team is part of the IBG Division of IOM Brazil and is tasked with addressing and combating trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants on a national level. The Counter Trafficking Unit interacts with the Project Coordinators, Chief of Mission and Senior Management, Resource Management staff, Regional Office, Headquarters Programme Managers, as well as with Government counterparts and other relevant public/private sector’s partner organizations.
Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of the Counter Trafficking and Border Governance Team, the successful candidate will provide assistance to the related activities of the unit, these includes, among others, project development, reporting, monitoring, evaluation and knowledge management. There is one (1) vacancy open for Brasilia, one (1) vacancy for Belo Horizonte, one (1) vacancy for Porto Velho. This posting is for the position in Porto Velho/RO.
Responsibilities
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Execute WAVE, and other, administrative tasks when required;
- Support with text editing, proofreading and translation to ensure quality of IOM products and materials;
- Support the operational and administrative aspects of ongoing projects, including the monitoring of project implementation with respect to tracking of activities and results achieved;
- Provide administrative assistance to the Counter Trafficking and Border Governance Team (identify and track follow-up actions; administrative and procurement actions as required);
- Support the implementation of projects aimed at Countering Trafficking, Smuggling of Migrants and Integrated Border Management in Brazil;
- Assist in performing various assignments, by planning, organizing, managing logistics, and facilitating different events and activities in their administrative and organizational aspects;
- Perform other work-related tasks, as required.
Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience;
- University degree in administration, social sciences, economics, law, public policy, health or a related field from an accredited academic institution with a minimum of two (2) years of experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience;
- Experience with government, civil society, UN, or private sector actors;
- Experience with operational systems;
- Experience with event organization;
- Experience in migration and refuge, in either public or private sector, international organizations or civil society.
Skills
- Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;
- Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
- Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
- Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
- Computer literacy, especially Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Languages
- Required: Portuguese (advanced); English (advanced);
- Advantageous: Spanish (advanced)
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
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.
- 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
- 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.
Notes
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
- 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.
- IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
- 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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