United Nations UN Programme Assistant (Counter Trafficking) Jobs – International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Job Title: Programme Assistant (Counter Trafficking)
Organisation: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reference No: SVN/UG/008/2020
About US:
Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits both migrants and society in general. The IOM mission in Uganda was established in 1988 and has since been supporting the Government to address migration challenges and building capacity of relevant stakeholders. IOM implements a range of programmatic interventions in areas such as Refugee Resettlement; Emergency Response mostly for refugees from South Sudan and Democratic Republic of the Congo; Migration Health (Assessments and Promotion); Labor Migration and Human Development; Counter-Trafficking and Migrant Assistance; Immigration and Border Management; and Migration Governance, including policy and research.
Job Summary: Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator and the direct supervision and guidance of the National Programme Officer (Migration Management), the successful candidate will support the implementation of the Counter trafficking component of the BMM II programme in Uganda and other counter trafficking activities in IOM Uganda and will be responsible for;
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide overall support for the implementation of counter trafficking activities in Uganda including the Counter Trafficking component of the BMM II programme in Uganda;
- Support and work directly with the project implementing partners in the delivery of awareness raising and other relevant activities;
- Assist in preparation of information relating to migrant assistance for public information activities, including for social media and contribute to the drafting of programme documents including, in collaboration with the communications teams;
- In collaboration with project partners, assist in provision of direct assistance to victims of trafficking (VoTs) and potential VoTs;
- Conduct monitoring and evaluation of IOM partners’ activities and provide regular written reports on IOM partners’ activities;
- Provide logistical support including; organizing and coordinating workshops, meetings, seminars, and training in relation to the programme;
- Update reporting and monitoring tools to keep track of programme activities and ensure that all relevant documentation is produced and made available upon request;
- Perform any other duties as may be required from time to time in the programme unit.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Programme Assistant (Counter Trafficking) job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Humanities and Social Sciences, Business Administration, International Relations. from an accredited academic institution with three (3) years of relevant professional experience; or Completed High School Diploma from an academic accredited institution with five (4) years of relevant professional experience.
- Strong relevant professional experience with counter trafficking projects;
- Professional experience in the development or implementation of counter trafficking or migration-related projects;
- Solid understanding of trafficking in persons, labour migration, and related national/regional framework and regulations;
- Demonstrated knowledge of information technology and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Languages: Fluency in English and working knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
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
- Accountability- Takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delighted work.
- Communication – Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
- Teamwork – Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results – produces and delivers quality services 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.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants may send their applications to hruganda@iom.int. Reference Number and Position Title (SVN/UG/007/2020 – Programme Assistant) should be specified in the SUBJECT field.
NB:
- Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
- Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
Deadline: 9th December 2020