Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for implementing a high-quality, results-oriented counter-trafficking-in-persons (TIP) and protection program in Lao. These include technical, financial, and administrative responsibilities, as well as managing stakeholders and donors relationship and expanding partnerships.
In particular, the incumbent will be responsible for project implementation tasks and its corresponding responsibilities for Building Community Leadership and Resilience against Trafficking for Child, Early, and Forced Marriage (CEFM) through Community Awareness in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR). The project aims at developing collective community leadership and ownership to enhance knowledge, awareness, and protective behaviors against TiP by CEFM, in partnership with government authorities and local civil society organizations (CSOs). The incumbent will be engaged and responsible for all tasks related to countering human trafficking and the protection portfolio.
Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of project activities related to counter human trafficking and protection.
Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific protection and counter-trafficking projects topics and support in ensure timely documentation and reporting as per IOM and donor requirements
Monitor work plans, project budgets, monitoring & evaluation tools, and standard operation procedures on the counter-human trafficking and protection projects.
Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
Monitor the work of the implementing partners to ensure timely and effective delivery, identify any challenges, and bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures. Report any non-compliance to the supervisor.
Draft correspondence on project reports, briefing notes, background documents, project awareness and visibility, summaries, graphics, press releases, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation in accordance with IOM procedures and donor requirements
Organize meetings, workshops, and training sessions; prepare training materials; and participate in the delivery of capacity-building workshops. Including facilitating technical sessions and being a technical trainer on protection and counter-trafficking issues.
Set up and maintain files/records for all activities and.
Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with government, partners, United Nations agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors, and other stakeholders relevant to the portfolio.
Contribute in the identification and development of concept papers and project proposals for new projects, including project ideation, stakeholder liaison and consultation, and drafting.
Oversee the Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration caseloads as the focal point and case manager.
Provides guidance/training and assists in coordinating and monitoring the work of other staff in the unit; may supervise other staff as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in political or social sciences, international relations, development studies, migration studies, human rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
SKILLS
In-depth knowledge of social, economic, and political context governing anti-human trafficking, protection and wide range of migration-related subject areas dealt by IOM in Lao PDR
Knowledge overseeing international donor-funded programs
Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming and relations
Technical knowledge of counter-human trafficking, protection of vulnerable populations, and trafficking for Child, Early, and Forced Marriage (CEFM).
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. For this position, fluency in Lao is required (oral and written).
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
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 and makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.
COMPETENCIES—Behavioural indicators – Choose a level.
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—Behavioral indicators— Choose a level.
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.