Work Type: On Premise | Employment Type: Full TimePosted Date: 2025/04/14
Description
Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
Context
Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), UN Migration Agency is the global leading organization in the field of migration.
Addressing the Prevention of and Response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment (PSEAH) is a priority within IOM and a strong contributor to United Nations (UN) and Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) efforts at both the global and country levels.
IOM’s PSEAH strategy focuses on five key pillars: 1) Leadership and Organizational Culture; 2) Institutional Accountability and Transparency; 3) Capacity-Development, Training, and Communication; 4) Quality and Accessible Victim Assistance; 5) Partnership and Coordination.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission and Sub-Regional Director for Southern Africa in Pretoria and in close coordination with the Regional PSEAH Officer and the global PSEAH Unit, as well as relevant thematic specialists within the Sub-Regional Office, Regional Office, and Headquarters (HQ), the incumbent will be responsible for facilitating IOM’s PSEAH prevention and response efforts at the Sub-Regional level, providing technical oversight, management and support, in line with a victim-centred approach. The incumbent will also be an active member of the inter-agency PSEA Network or Task Force in-country.
COORDINATION:
Serve as a resource for staff seeking advice on issues related to PSEAH, providing confidential support and guidance within country;
Provide inputs for the development of an operational PSEAH Work Plan, in line with IOM and United Nations (UN) Strategic frameworks, and in coordination with senior management at the HQ, Sub-Regional and programmatic levels
Assist in ensuring the resulting work plan is detailed and operational with clear actions, roles and responsibilities to deliver on the actions, timeframes, technical and resource requirements, and internal reporting requirements;
Provide technical inputs for the inclusion of PSEAH within IOM Sub-Regional Office Strategy, programming, risk mitigation and management, planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation and budgeting; Contribute to the development of PSEAH programming and liaison with relevant donors;
Actively participate to the in-country interagency PSEA Network (support in the development of the collective PSEA workplan, risk management plan, PSEA Strategies, Standard Operating Procedures for an inter-agency Community-Based Complaint Mechanism, etc), as well as actively participate within IOM internal and other interagency PSEA communication and coordination initiatives;
In close coordination with the relevant colleagues, ensure that IOM’s PSEAH prevention, mitigation and response mechanisms are in line with IOM’s global strategies and policies;
Provide specific assistance to IOM teams, programmes and units to ensure the mitigation of SEAH risks are developed, embedded and strengthened within all IOM programming and within HR practices and offices; and
At all possible opportunities (during relevant trainings, in staff and programme meetings, through newsletters, in email messages, etc) continually share key messages on PSEAH, including mandatory reporting requirements within the Sub-Regional Office and programming, in close coordination with relevant colleagues.
PREVENTION:
Analyze, compile and draft SEAH risk assessment reports to identify risks and identify appropriate mitigation measures;ensure that mitigation measures are embedded within IOM programming;
Participate in the development of a training plan and coordinate the delivery and organization of PSEAH trainings for IOM staff and related personnel, implementing partners[1], key institutional stakeholders; Support the work of identified focal points within Country to deliver key messaging and trainings as appropriate;
On a yearly basis, provide an update on the number of staff, non-staff trained, contractors, implementing partners, and service providers trained in the Sub-Regional Office on PSEAH, in an effort to track compliance and facilitate the management of training delivery and refresher courses, in coordination with HR. Support the registration of all participants (staff and non-staff) within the IOM system and the delivery of certificates;
Participate in the development of communication and awareness-raising strategies and tools to ensure appropriate PSEAH messaging and knowledge on prohibited behaviours as well as how to report allegations of misconduct, facilitate the localization of SEA messaging; and,
Map existing Sub-Regional Office community engagement projects and work with project leads to insert PSEA messages and/or gather community inputs, where appropriate.
RESPONSE:
Participate and provide inputs into the development of proposals and support the mainstreaming of PSEAH within IOM programming; coordinate closely with institutional partners, governments, donors, and communities on PSEAH needs and responses, as assigned;
Support the development and provide inputs to reporting on PSEAH and communication to highlight IOM’s work;
Provide inputs for the development and mapping of country-specific interagency victim assistance pathways and/or existing IOM programmes to refer victims for assistance and other support services;
Coordinate referrals for victim assistance in coordination with gender-based violence and/or protection colleagues and support the strengthening of victim services within country and/or programming;
Regularly carry out the monitoring of risk mitigation interventions to identify gaps; adjust programming, prevention and response efforts, as necessary;
Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Psychology, Social Sciences, Development Studies and Planning or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,
University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
Experience in the fields of sexual exploitation and abuse, protection, child protection, gender-based violence, accountability to affected populations (AAP), gender mainstreaming and/or humanitarian affairs;
Coordination experience within the UN system and amongst interagency partners, including governments, NGOs, and communities;
Experience in organizing and facilitating trainings, in particular capacity-building, and communication materials to promote behavior change;
Experience undertaking risk assessments, in coordination with communities, partners, and UN and other key stakeholders;
Demonstrated ability to work across a wide variety of sectors/teams on cross-cutting themes;
Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external partners;
Experience in policy and proposal development and the creation of standard operating procedures and tools; and,
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.
Skills
Knowledge and understanding of IOM’s institutional approach on PSEAH and Ethics and related strategies, policies, rules and regulations;
Knowledge of the UN system and architecture;
Knowledge of mainstreaming best practices and partnership models to ensure coordination of the same across a diversified range of actors; and,
Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary.
Languages
For all applicants, fluency in English and one local language is required (oral and written).
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.
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 selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
National Professional Officers should be nationals of the country of their employment. NPOs perform work at the professional level and the same standards of recruitment qualifications and performance, required for International Professional staff.
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.
PSEAH Officer