Position Title : Project Officer (Protection)

Duty Station : Beirut, Lebanon

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 24 September 2024

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; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic
Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated
States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Samoa; Sao
Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga;
Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes in Lebanon and direct supervision of
the Programme Manager (Protection), and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic
Specialist (RTS) at the Regional Office (RO) and relevant Divisions/Departments/Units at
Headquarters (HQ), the Project Officer will be responsible and accountable for managing,
coordinating and overseeing specific protection projects and related activities in Lebanon.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Manage the overall implementation of protection-related projects, specifically those related to
addressing irregular migration, including the oversight of the financial, administrative, and
technical aspects, in line with IOM’s policies and procedures, as well as donor requirements.
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2. Provide operational management, guidance, and technical supervision to the project staff,
assisting with programmatic strategy and implementation. Oversee the project progress
specifically aimed at increasing effectiveness and recommending appropriate action.

3. Monitor the progress against the Project’s strategic objectives, and benchmarks, and provide
advice concerning improvements and corrections; oversee the establishment of a common
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Framework that incorporates regular reporting requirements
and impact evaluation strategies, in close coordination with the Programme Support Unit in the
Country.

4. Identify priority areas for project development and contribute to the development of new
projects by selecting and summarizing background information and analysing the local context
and segments for new project proposals.

5. Supervise the staff assigned to the project, as well as consultants and Implementing Partners
(IPs) recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities. Plan, develop, organize and
deliver protection-related capacity-building activities to elevate the protection expertise of staff,
partners, government officials, and other humanitarian actors.

6. Monitor and oversee the compliance with project partners, project staff and implementing
entities. Liaise with Government entities, IP, United Nations (UN) agencies, and other
stakeholders where and when required.

7. Support the coordination with other units in the Country Office for a smooth implementation of
all project activities to ensure an integrated approach.

8. Ensure adequate information management on project related activities including visibility by

providing regular updates, summaries, press releases, and other relevant materials, in
coordination with the donor and relevant unit at HQ.

9. Produce quality progress, financial, narrative, and other reports related to the Project
activities. Oversee the elaboration and dissemination of reports for donors, government, and
other relevant stakeholders by ensuring timely submission and compliance with donor and IOM
requirements.

10. Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees, and technical working
groups, as well as other forums; ensure the coordination and presentation of IOM activities.

11. Represent the Country Office at the relevant sector coordination meetings, working groups,
and activities to encourage the mainstreaming of migration and protection-related issues into the
Lebanon Response Plan (LRP), the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework
(UNSDCF), and the Reform, Recovery, and Reconstruction Framework (3RF).

12. Undertake duty travel as required to oversee, monitor, and support the project
implementation.

13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic

Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field from an
accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

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Experience

• Experience in project conceptualisation, management, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation;

• Experience in project development and capacity-building activities;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and
international institutions;
• Familiarity with financial and business administration;
• Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country
and in the Region;
• Experience in protection, specifically case management, community based protection
mechanisms, mental health and psychosocial support, return counselling, and integrated
approach to reintegration.
• Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders;
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the
Organization; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

Skills

• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government
counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities;
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and information management skills;
• Proven ability in counselling and case management;
• Detailed knowledge of the UN System, NGO's and other international
organizations/institutions;
• Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
• Strong conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with development partners, government
counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic
and/or another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian, and 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
1 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 five 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.
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• 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 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 actions 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
leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best
and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and
communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

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

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df

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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 background verification and security
clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.
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Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No
late applications will be accepted.

How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 24 September 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:
From 11.09.2024 to 24.09.2024

No Fees:
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.

Requisition: VN 2024 554 Project Officer (Protection) (P3) Beirut, Lebanon (59140667) Released
Posting: Posting NC59140668 (59140668) Released

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