Protection Associate - Kaiserslautern, Deutschland - IOM Internationale Organisation für Migration

IOM Internationale Organisation für Migration

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Kaiserslautern, Deutschland

vor 3 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

Position Title:
Protection Associate (GBV)

Duty Station:
Kaiserslautern, Germany

Reference Code:
VN-DE EXT

Classification:
General Service Staff, G5

Type of Appointment:
One Year Fixed-Term Contract - (40hrs/week)

Estimated Start Date:
As soon as possible

Closing Date: 13 December 2023
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Context:_

Established in 1951, 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; advance understanding of migration issues; encourage social and economic development through migration and uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants affected by the ongoing emergency.

IOM's operations cover diverse thematic areas such as: Humanitarian Relief Assistance, Protection (including Gender based Violence and Child Protection), Shelter and Non-food items, Health and Psychosocial Support, Resettlement, and Movement Management.

Under the overall guidance of the AP Coordinator and the Protection Coordinator, under the direct supervision of the Project Officer (Protection), and in collaboration with relevant teams onsite, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following:

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Core Functions / Responsibilities:_

Assist with assessments on the protection needs of the affected population.
Support quality case management services with the focus on GBV cases in particular, including coordination with service providers, provide referrals and conduct follow-ups in line with IOM and interagency standards
Adhere to data protection principles and information sharing protocols when maintaining PIM records, with quality data that is sufficiently detailed and accurate.
Support coordination and delivery of other protection interventions and activities, such as, management of women and girl friendly spaces (WGFS), Child Friendly Spaces (CFS) and community-based protection in coordination with MHPSS-teams.
Assist in organizing protection/GBV assessment activities and community based protection interventions.
Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics, including regular update of unit and project trackers.
Support IOM sectors and units on protection mainstreaming, child safeguarding and GBV risk mitigation efforts, including through organizing and delivering capacity building.
Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
Participate in internal and external coordination meetings as requested by supervisor.
Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners as/if relevant and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications and Experience_

Education
Bachelors' degree (or higher) in Social Work, Psychology or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with at least three years of relevant professional experience, preferably in similar roles; or,

Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least five years of relevant working experience, preferably in similar roles.

Experience

Experience in protection case management for atrisk individuals, particularly for GBV survivors, including children.
Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups.
Experience in organizing and running women and girl friendly spaces in displacement and transit settings.
Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, nongovernment or government institutions/organization in a multicultural setting is an advantage.

Skills

Strict adherence to humanitarian, protection and GBV principles and standards, as well as organizational policies including Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA).
Trainings in GBV Case Management and GBV Minimum Standards.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Strong skills in community outreach and building relations with key community leaders and groups
Sound ability to communicate practical knowledge on actions to address Protection and GBV issues at the operational level
Demonstrated analytical, writing and reporting skills

Languages

REQUIRED
For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE
Working knowledge of German, Dari and/or Pashto is an advantage.
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Required Competencies_