Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title                       :    Protection Assistant (AVRR)
Duty Station                        :    Bangkok, Thailand
Classification                      :     General Service (G-4, THB 61,967.50 per month)
Type of Appointment           :    Special Short-Term Contract (6 months with possibility of extension)
Estimated Start Date          :     As soon as possible
Closing Date                      :    12 December 2024

(Open for Thai Nationals Only)

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Thailand implements a range of national and regional projects aimed at addressing migration challenges and delivering increased protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants in partnership with government, civil society and private sector counterparts.

Under the Protection Unit, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Thailand implements a range of national and regional projects aimed at addressing migration challenges and delivering increased protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants in partnership with government, civil society and private sector counterparts. Through research, policy interventions, capacity-building and outreach, these projects aim to develop sustainable solutions to reduce systemic vulnerabilities and to provide increased support to vulnerable migrants, including victims of trafficking, internally displaced persons, refugees, asylum seekers, unaccompanied minors, and exploited and abused migrants.

IOM also supports the development of sustainable solutions to reduce systemic vulnerabilities and to provide increased support to vulnerable migrants, including stranded migrants, victims of trafficking, asylum seekers, unaccompanied minors, and exploited and abused migrants. Projects support in the delivery of protection and assistance to vulnerable and stranded migrants, assistance for voluntary return, as well as the reintegration of migrants through the provision of a wide range of services, in line with IOMs integrated approach to reintegration.  This includes reintegration counselling as well as economic, social and psychosocial assistance at the individual, collective and community levels.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Unit, Protection Unit (PXU), and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, Return and Reintegration, the Protection Assistant will be responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of AVRR activities in Thailand.

•     Provide overall support in the day-to day implementation and monitoring of AVRR interventions under IOM Thailand’s Protection portfolio, including timely delivery, quality control, administrate matters follow-up and financial support in line with IOM polices, and procedures and donor requirements.
•     Support the facilitation of return assistance to migrants in vulnerable situations in Thailand as well as Bali Process member States through vulnerability screenings, organizing medical checkups and assessments, coordinate with IOM missions, government and non-governmental stakeholders, service providers, airlines, embassies etc.
•     Provide financial and administrative support including preparing AVRR forms and letters to implementing partners, regularly updating the AVRR database (communication, departures, approval, applicants, expenses, etc.)
•     Support in producing and updating of communications materials.
•     Carry out individual sessions with migrants in vulnerable situations through screening and vulnerability assessments, and provide in-kind assistance and referral services to protection actors in line with IOMs protection principles and approaches.
•     Maintain beneficiary profiles and needs assessments, through collecting vulnerability data, document and filing case records in IOMs database (MIMOSA) in accordance with IOM Data Protection Principles.
•     Assist with the administration of surveys to assess level and progress of reintegration and support other overall evaluations of the programme.
•     Assist in the coordination of protection support with IOM counterparts, and other protection actors, including family tracing, reunification, and verification, particularly for unaccompanied or separated migrant children, including referral services and further assistance.
•     Maintain positive relations with local implementing actors and stakeholders for the successful and timely implementation of technical and capacity building support as well as protection services to vulnerable migrants.
•     Support the delivery of technical and capacity building support on protection to relevant government and non-governmental actors in line with IOMs protection policies and principles.
•     Support the compilation of inputs for periodic donor reports and updates, narrative and financial project reports.
•     Undertake duty travel as required.
•     Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
EDUCATION

•     High school diploma with at least four years of relevant professional experience; or,

•     University degree in law, international relations, political science, social science, or any related field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of relevant professional experience.

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

EXPERIENCE

•     Experience working for non-governmental organizations, international governmental organizations or government institutions;
•     Experience working on the protection and assistance of vulnerable migrant populations and counter-trafficking interventions
•     Experience of protection work will be considered an asset;
•     Experience working in a multi-cultural environment and demonstrated capacity to respect diversity.

SKILLS

•     Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality is mandatory;
•     Sound knowledge of programme implementation and evaluation;
•     Proven understanding of migration dynamics in Thailand and of vulnerabilities experienced by migrant populations;
•     Demonstrated knowledge of information technology and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.

LANGUAGES

•     Fluency in English and Thai (oral and written) is required.
•     Working knowledge of Burmese or other languages spoken by minority group from Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos is desirable.

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES:

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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.

•     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 1

•     Teamwork: Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and partners; relates well to people at all levels.
•     Delivering results: Manages time and resources efficiently, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary.
•     Managing and sharing knowledge: Keeps abreast of new developments in own field of competence and creates opportunities for knowledge management initiatives.
•     Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities within own role and honours
commitments to others and to the Organization.
•     Communication: Encourages others to share their views, using active listening to
demonstrate openness and to build understanding of different perspectives.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via IOM e-Recruitment system within the above said deadline referring to this advertisement. Please attach the following documents in your application.

•     a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability;
•     a curriculum vitae;
•     a duly completed IOM Personal History Form which can be downloaded from https://thailand.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1371/files/Vacancies/Form/iom-personal-history-form-270122.xls.

Other

•     Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
•     This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
•     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. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
•     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.
•     Only applicants who meet the above qualification will be considered.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: Careers | IOM Thailand.
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements