Job Identification (Reference Number): 14442
Position Title: Associate Case Management Officer
Duty Station City: Riyadh
Duty Station Country: Saudi Arabia
Grade: P1
Contract Type: One Year Fixed Term (12 months)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 12 Months
Closing date: 7 May 2025
Introduction:
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 non-represented member states:Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, 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 nonrepresented member states of IOM.
Context
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and direct supervision of the Project Manager, and in close coordination with the Protection Division Regional Thematic Specialist at the Regional Office (RO) and relevant units at Headquarters, the Associate Case Management Officer will be responsible and accountable for assisting with the implementation, monitoring and reporting activities of the Trafficking cases of the mission.
Education
Master’s degree in social work, Health, Psychology or a related field from an accredited academic institution; orUniversity degree in the above fields with two years of relevant experience.Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Experience in the field of assistance to migrants and/or humanitarian activities targeting vulnerable individuals;Experience in working with victims of trafficking is a distinctive advantage; and,Experience in working with governmental authorities, the UN and/or other national/international institutions or with non-governmental organizations is an assetSkills
Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and Civil Society entities; Good supervision, coordination, and information management skills;Good knowledge of the UN System, Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and other international organizations/institutions;Knowledge of migration data, labour migration patterns in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and ability to negotiate with government authorities; Good knowledge of human and financial resources management; Good conceptualization, analytical and writing skills; Good communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills; Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and, Ability to 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.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Fluency in Arabic is Highly Desirable and Working knowledge of another 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.
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.Notes
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, security clearances.
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