Project Officer (Socio-Economic Integration, Child Protection, and Livelihood) (P2) Conakry, Guinea

Position description

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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

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:

• Internal candidates
• Candidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager, the Project Officer (Socio-Economic Integration, Child Protection, and Livelihood) will mainly be responsible for the implementation of the project “Project to Support Socio-Economic Integration and Well-being Initiatives for Mobile Families and Children in Guinea,” financed by the Directorate General for Development Cooperation of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS).

The project aims to strengthen national and community-level capacities to protect displaced and returning migrant children living in vulnerable and dangerous conditions in Guinea. It focuses on improving coordination among governmental institutions, civil society organizations, communities, and other relevant stakeholders to enhance child protection systems, reinforce community-based protection mechanisms, and support informed decision-making within families and communities.

Particular attention is given to mobile families and children affected by migration, displacement, and return.

Within this framework, the Project Officer will assist in the planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and reporting of project activities, in compliance with IOM regulations, donor requirements, and the standards and procedures of Italian funding via AICS. The Project Officer will also contribute to resilience and livelihood programme activities, particularly those focused on migration-related livelihoods, vocational training, skills development, and socio-economic integration, targeting mobile families, children, and vulnerable communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of the project financed by AICS, ensuring activities are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with approved workplans and expected results.
• Support interventions aimed at strengthening child protection systems, community-based protection mechanisms, and socio-economic integration initiatives for mobile families and children.
• Coordinate effectively with government ministries, local authorities, civil society organizations, community leaders, international partners, and other stakeholders to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration and alignment with national priorities.
• Support the establishment or strengthening of community-based protection mechanisms serving as alert, referral, and dialogue platforms for displaced and returning migrant children.
• Monitor project progress, conduct field visits, collect and analyse data, and document results, lessons learned, and good practices.
• Monitor and contribute to the implementation of protection assistance and interventions, including, case management, development of protection tools and guidance, and ensuring safe programming in line with IOM’s policies on safeguarding, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Counter-Trafficking and global best practices.
• Identify implementation challenges and risks and provide recommendations to the Programme Manager.
• Prepare high-quality narrative reports, donor updates, briefing notes, and other project documentation in accordance with IOM and AICS requirements.
• Coordinate with finance, procurement, and administrative units to ensure compliance with IOM procedures and support budget management.
• Coordinate operational activities with project staff, consultants, and implementing partners as assigned.
• Support donor visibility and communications, in collaboration with the IOM Communications unit.
• Contribute to knowledge management, lessons learned, and best practices related to child protection, migration, and socio-economic integration.
• Contribute to the implementation of resilience and livelihood programme activities, particularly migration-related livelihoods, vocational training, and skills development initiatives.
• Integrate IOM cross-cutting priorities, including accountability to affected populations (AAP), protection mainstreaming, gender equality and inclusion (age, gender, disability), PSEA, conflict sensitivity, and environmental sustainability.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Migration Studies, Child Protection, Law, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in project management, preferably within UN agencies, international organizations, or NGOs;
• Experience in child protection, livelihoods, socio-economic integration, vocational training, or community-based programming;
• Prior experience managing Italian donor-funded projects (AICS) is an asset; and,
• Experience working with government counterparts, civil society organizations, and community-level stakeholders.

Skills

• Strong project management, coordination, and organizational skills, including proven ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders across sectors and levels;
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and reporting abilities;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines while adhering to established workplans and guidance;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with cultural sensitivity; and,
• Familiarity with IOM operational procedures and results-based management is an asset.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM’s official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, 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.

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 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.
• 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.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this linkfor guidance on IOM Job Category.

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.

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

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

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