Position Title: Programme Assistant (Counter Trafficking)
Reference No: SVN/UG/001/2021
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Classification: General Services, GL5
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term Contract, 6 Months (with possibility of extension)
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 22nd October 2021

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, inter-governmental, 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 a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates

Background and Context:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to ensuring orderly and humane governance of migration, promoting international cooperation on migration issues, and assisting in the search for practical solutions to migration issues.
Under the overall supervision of Programme Coordinator and the direct supervision and guidance of the National Programme Officer (Migration Management), in coordination with the Programme Coordinator, the successful candidate will support the implementation of the Counter trafficking component of the BMM II programme in Uganda and other counter trafficking activities in IOM Uganda and will be responsible for.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
• Provide overall support for the implementation of counter trafficking activities in Uganda including the Counter Trafficking component of the BMM programme in Uganda;
• Support and work directly with the project implementing partners in the delivery of awareness raising and other relevant activities;
• Assist in preparation of information relating to migrant assistance for public information activities, including for social media and contribute to the drafting of programme documents including, in collaboration with the communications teams;
• In collaboration with project partners, assist in provision of direct assistance to victims of trafficking (VoTs) and potential VoTs;
• Conduct monitoring and evaluation of IOM partners’ activities and provide regular written reports on IOM partners’ activities;
• Provide logistical support including; organizing and coordinating workshops, meetings, seminars, and training in relation to the programme;
• Update reporting and monitoring tools to keep track of programme activities and ensure that all relevant documentation is produced and made available upon request;
• Perform any other duties as may be required from time to time in the programme unit.

Education
Completed Bachelor’s degree in Humanities and Social Sciences, Business Administration, International Relations. from an accredited academic institution with three (3) years of relevant professional experience; or
Completed High school Diploma from an academic accredited institution with five (4) years of relevant professional experience.

Experience
• Strong relevant professional experience with counter trafficking projects;
• Professional experience in the development or implementation of counter trafficking or migration-related projects;
• Solid understanding of trafficking in persons, labour migration, and related national/regional framework and regulations;
• Demonstrated knowledge of information technology and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Languages
Fluency in English and working knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.

Required Competencies
Values
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.

Core Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following behavioral competencies:
• Accountability- Takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delighted work.
• Communication – Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.
• Teamwork – Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results – produces and delivers quality services 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.