Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission in Mozambique and in close coordination with the Regional PSEAH Officer and the global PSEAH Unit, as well as relevant thematic specialists within the Country Office, Regional Office, and Headquarters (HQ), the incumbent will be responsible for facilitating IOM’s PSEAH prevention and response efforts at the country level, providing technical oversight, management and support, in line with a victim-centered approach. The incumbent will also be an active member of the inter-agency PSEA Network or Task Force in-country.
COORDINATION
Serve as a resource for staff seeking advice on issues related to PSEAH, providing confidential support and guidance within the country. Coordinate the development of an operational PSEAH Work Plan, in line with IOM and United Nations (UN) Strategic frameworks, and coordination with senior management at the HQ, country and programmatic levels. Ensure the resulting work plan is detailed and operational with clear actions, roles and responsibilities to deliver on the actions, timeframes, technical and resource requirements, and internal reporting requirements. Ensure the inclusion of PSEAH within IOM Country Office Strategy, programming, risk mitigation and management, planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation and budgeting; develop PSEAH programming and liaise with relevant donors. Contribute to the in-country interagency PSEA Network (support in the development of the collective PSEA workplan, risk management plans, PSEA strategies, Standard Operating Procedures for an inter-agency Community-Based Complaint Mechanism, etc.), as well as actively participate within IOM internal and other interagency PSEA communication and coordination initiatives. In close coordination with the relevant colleagues, ensure that IOM’s PSEAH prevention, mitigation and response mechanisms are in line with IOM’s global strategies and policies. Support IOM teams, programmes and units to ensure the mitigation of SEAH risks is developed, embedded and strengthened within all IOM programming and HR practices and offices; and, At all possible opportunities (during relevant trainings, in staff and programme meetings, through newsletters, in email messages, etc.), continually share key messages on PSEAH, including mandatory reporting requirements within the country office and programming, in coordination with relevant colleagues.
PREVENTION
Undertake SEAH risk assessment reports to identify risks and identify appropriate mitigation measures; ensure that mitigation measures are embedded within IOM programming. Coordinate the development of a training plan and coordinate the delivery and organization of PSEAH trainings for IOM staff and related personnel, implementing partners [1], key institutional stakeholders; Support the work of regular focal points within country to deliver key messaging and trainings as appropriate. On a yearly basis, provide an update on the number of staff, non-staff trained, contractors, implementing partners, and service providers trained in the mission on PSEAH, in an effort to track compliance and facilitate the management of training delivery and refresher courses, in coordination with HR. Support the registration of all participants (staff and non-staff) within the IOM system and the delivery of certificates; Develop communication and awareness-raising strategies and tools to ensure appropriate PSEAH messaging and knowledge on prohibited behaviors as well as how to report allegations of misconduct, facilitate the localization of SEA messaging; and, Map existing community engagement projects in country and work with project leads to insert PSEA messages and/or gather community input where appropriate.
RESPONSE
Coordinate the development of proposals and ensure the mainstreaming of PSEAH within IOM programming; coordinate closely with institutional partners, governments, donors, and communities on PSEAH needs and responses. Coordinate the development of, and contribute, to reporting on PSEAH and communication to highlight IOM’s work. Provide inputs to the development and mapping of country-specific interagency victim assistance pathways and/or existing IOM programmes to refer victims for assistance and other support services. Coordinate referrals for victim assistance in coordination with gender-based violence and/or protection colleagues and support the strengthening of victim services within country and/or programming. Undertake duty travel as required; and, Any other duties as may be assigned.
[1] Ensure management are aware of the UN Protocol on Allegations of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse involving implementing partners and accompanying partner assessment, and support as needed.
EDUCATION
Master’s degree in law, International Relations, Psychology, Social Sciences, Development Studies and Planning 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.
EXPERIENCE
Professional experience in the fields of sexual exploitation and abuse, protection, child protection, gender-based violence, accountability to affected populations (AAP), gender mainstreaming and/or humanitarian affairs. Strong coordination experience within the UN system and amongst interagency partners, including governments, NGOs, and communities. Experience in developing and facilitating trainings, in particular capacity-building, and communication materials to promote behavior change. Experience undertaking risk assessments, in coordination with communities, partners, and UN and other key stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work across a wide variety of sectors/teams on cross-cutting themes. Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external partners. Experience in policy and proposal development and the creation of standard operating procedures and tools; and, Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and coordination with a variety of stakeholders.SKILLS
Knowledge and understanding of IOM’s institutional approach on PSEAH and Ethics and related strategies, policies, rules and regulations Knowledge of the UN system and architecture. In depth knowledge of mainstreaming best practices and partnership models to ensure coordination of the same across a diversified range of actors; and Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary.