Project Officer

Position Title: Project Officer

Duty Station: Manama, Bahrain

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, nine months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 22 November 2020

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 work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Head of Unit, Migrant Protection and Assistance, and in close coordination with Migrant Protection and Assistance (MPA) Thematic Specialists in Regional Office (RO) Cairo, and Headquarters (HQs), the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for providing daily technical guidance to support the implementation of the project “Bahrain Centre of Excellence training of trainers on the identification and referral of potential victims of trafficking in persons.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the daily liaison and coordination on programme activities with the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), including monitoring daily activities and progress, providing regular feedback to the MPA head of unit in Bahrain, and the LMRA counterparts, on developments under the action.

2. Contribute to drafting Terms of References for the development of training resources and other materials under the project, as well as Work Plans (with strong, measurable indicators) for activities within the project.

3. Coordinate the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Training of Trainers’ (ToT) curricula under the purview of the programme, including the review of material prepared by consultants.

4. Organise and coordinate ToT training workshops and SOP consultations as outlined in the workplan. Contribute toward the development of the content of the SOPs and ToT curricula as necessary. Deliver training sessions and presentations in conferences, workshops and meetings as appropriate.

5. Keep abreast of developments pertinent to strengthened trafficking response outlined through the Trafficking in Person (TiP) report, checking that activities are reflected in the developing curriculum.

6. In coordination with the head of unit, work closely with the government to provide comprehensive support on the identification and recruitment of key experts to support the institutionalisation of the Government of Bahrain’s counter-trafficking response.

7. Draft and submit regular project reports to head of unit for final review, on time and in line with donor reporting requirements.

8. Provide logistics support for workshops, meetings, study tours and any other activities as defined or arising as a result of the project as conducted within the framework of the IOM – Bahrain Counter trafficking portfolio.

9. Liaise with relevant governmental and non-governmental actors in Bahrain to support project implementation and discuss challenges in the region relating to migrant assistance, and counter-trafficking in Bahrain.

10. Contribute technical inputs for the development of concept notes, project proposals and the identification of potential partners and supporters.

11. Undertake duty travels as required.

12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations and/or Law 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 the thematic area relevant to counter trafficking, project development;

• Experience of regional issues an advantage;

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs.

Skills

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic, French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database

(https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

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 wherever possible.

• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• 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 level 2

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency…

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

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.

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.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

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

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.