Старший/-а Асистент/-ка Програми / (Senior Programme Assistant (PSEA, Gender and Diversity)) – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Senior Programme Assistant (PSEA, Gender and Diversity)

Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G6 

Type of Appointment: Short-term, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 14 November 2023 

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 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 overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (PSEA) and in close coordination with the National Programme Officer (PSEA) as well as with the National Officer (Gender), the postholder will support the implementation of  activities related to the Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Protection from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (PSEAH) and activities related to gender equality in IOM Ukraine.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support the delivery of PSEAH- and gender-related capacity building (e.g. trainings, workshops, sensitisations) for IOM staff and related personnel, as well as for implementing partners, third party contractors and other stakeholders;
2. Support the different activities aimed at outreach to beneficiaries and communication with communities;
3. Support the collection and use of gender-related data to inform programming;
4. Contribute to IOM’s collaboration and coordination with a wide range of partners, ranging from local and national NGOs, to international NGOs, UN agencies and government entities, as well as to internal coordination with other IOM mission’s units;
5. Draft recommendations for the integration of PSEAH and Gender into IOM’s programming;
6. Provide input to the materials and tools which are being developed, specifically for PSEAH and gender mainstreaming;
7. Support National Officers’ and Project Managers’ efforts to mainstream gender as well as PSEAH in the implementation of activities;
8. Translate and interpret from English into Ukrainian and vice versa when needed;
9. Undertake duty travel as required;
10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school diploma/certificate with at least six years of relevant professional experience

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Work experience on one or several of these topics: human rights, protection, gender equality, risk management, compliance;
• Experience of contribution to the delivery of capacity building activities e.g. trainings;
• Knowledge about engagement with individuals in vulnerable situations;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Ukrainian
• Previous experience with Ukrainian NGOs or UN agencies is an asset;
• Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and coordination with a variety of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of mainstreaming best practices and partnership models to ensure coordination of the same across a diversified range of actors;
• Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary.

Languages

Fluency in English and Ukrainian (oral and written).

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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 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

• 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.
• 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.

Other

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 and security clearances.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form (iom.org.ua/sites/default/files/personal_history_form_0.xls) to [email protected]  by 14 November 2023 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 31.10.2023 to 14.11.2023.