Project Assistant (Legal Support)

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Tunisia and of the Sr. Protection Coordinator and the Direct Supervision of the National Project Officer (Legal), the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the protection Unit with activities related to the provision of legal assistance and migration governance. 

1. Assist in providing legal assistance to beneficiaries through administrative accompaniment, including supporting beneficiaries in understanding available procedures and facilitating referrals to relevant legal professionals when required.
2. Support coordination with legal professionals to facilitate access to justice and rights.
3. Assist the social assistance team in identifying legal needs and facilitate referrals of beneficiaries internally or to partners related to legal assistance.
4. Attend coordination meetings and support follow up on beneficiary cases, including maintaining related documentation.
5. Collect and record information related to the assistance provided and use the organization-specific tools for this purpose.
6. Draft activity reports and provide administrative and logistical support to unit activities, including assisting with routine administrative and financial procedures.
7. Provide administrative and documentation support to the work of the protection Unit in areas relevant to legal assistance.
8. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• High school diploma with four years of relevant professional experience.

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

Experience

• Experience supporting administrative or project activities including preparation of reports and documentations.
• Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, or other vulnerable groups.
• Experience supporting activities related to protection, assistance programmes, or access to services.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, government or non-government institutions/organizations in a multicultural setting is an advantage.
• Experience in migration governance is an advantage.
• Experience providing administrative or project support in legal or social assistance contexts is an advantage

Skills

• Skills preparing reports and maintaining documentation related to migration activities and governance initiatives.
• Ability to organize and coordinate meetings, workshops, and events, with follow-up on decisions and recommendations.
• Excellent coordination skills with institutional partners, CSOs, international organizations, and UN agencies.
• Skills in collecting, organizing, and maintaining information and data using organizational tools and platforms.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, Arabic, French and English are required

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 1

• 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

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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 e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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