National Programme Officer - Counter Trafficking and Child Protection
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is dedicated to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace. The organization aims to create an environment where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued, thereby enhancing its capacity to leverage the full potential of migration and strengthen support for individuals on the move.
Job Purpose
This role contributes to IOM's mission by supporting the coordination and implementation of Counter-Trafficking (CT) and Child Protection (CP) projects. The position is crucial for ensuring projects align with IOM policies, donor requirements, and national/international frameworks. The officer will monitor project progress, identify areas for improvement, and contribute to strategic planning, budget management, and the development of operational tools. By facilitating effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders, including government bodies, UN agencies, and civil society partners, the role aims to enhance the impact and efficiency of CT and CP initiatives, ultimately strengthening IOM's support for vulnerable populations.
Responsibilities
The National Programme Officer will coordinate and monitor the operational, administrative, and financial aspects of Counter-Trafficking (CT) and Child Protection (CP) projects, ensuring compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements. Responsibilities include reporting on project implementation status, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements. The role involves participating in the development and adjustment of work plans, budgets, and M&E tools. Data collection, verification, and analysis related to CT/CP projects and relevant developments are key, alongside updating information management systems and social media. The officer will coordinate the preparation and dissemination of project reports and documentation, liaise with donors, partners, UN agencies, and government counterparts, and contribute to capacity-building activities. Additionally, the role includes supervising project staff, undertaking duty travel for project-related activities, and participating in proposal development and communication product creation.
Work Experience
Required experience includes liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, UN agencies, and NGOs. Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups is essential. Prior work experience within international humanitarian organizations, or government/non-government institutions in a multicultural setting is considered an advantage.
Skills
Key skills include a sound knowledge of counter-trafficking and child protection concepts, approaches, and frameworks. Strong program coordination, work-planning, monitoring, analytical, and problem-solving abilities are essential. The role requires the ability to monitor multiple projects, identify risks, and prepare clear reports and proposals. Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders, strong people-management, prioritization, and coordination skills are also crucial. Knowledge of migration-related subjects, UN/donor programming, financial regulations, and desirable knowledge of M&E, data protection, and safeguarding principles are important.