Position details
Vacancy id VAC-30825
Job title VAC-30825 Field Associate (Protection)
Location Kunduz
Apply by 18-Jun-2025
Start date 01-Jul-2025
Duration 6 months
Number of vacancies 1
Geographical experience Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience year/s of experience in Afghanistan (essential).
Languages Fluent in English (essential).
CTG overview
CTG was established in 2006, almost 20 years ago, in Afghanistan. We currently operate in 35 countries and have approximately 11,500 staff members committed to good!
Working level in Pashto (essential).
Working level in Dari (essential).
Job description
Qualification Bachelor’s in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Political Science, International Relations or related fields from a recognized institution (essential).
Sector experience Minimum of Two (2) years of relevant professional experience year/s of demonstrable relevant administration (essential).
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Overview of position
Under the overall supervision of National Programme Officer (Protection) and the direct supervision of Senior Project Associate (Protection), and administrative supervision of relevant Head of Sub Office, the Incumbent will be responsible to:
Role objectives
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Assist with the organization of the Protection Screeners and protection monitoring and case management workers (PMCWs) on protection-specific programming at the field level under the guidance of the Senior Protection Associate.
Act as a focal person in the province for the unit and assist the Senior Protection Associate in organizing the implementation of protection activities.
Conduct protection monitoring, protection case management and other programmatic activities in line with internal standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Provide holistic case management services, with comprehensive needs assessments, provision of in-kind assistance and referrals and improve systems for highly vulnerable and at-risk populations, particularly returnees.
Identify gaps in protection assistance, processes, and services provision with innovative ideas to assist program development, and channel them to the Senior Protection Associate.
Support coordination between the field and Kabul team, in support of the needs of beneficiaries and smooth implementation of protection activities.
Represent Protection unit during internal coordination at the field-level and per the advice of the Senior Protection Associate for external coordination.
Support the organization of family tracing and reunification of beneficiaries, together with relevant partner agencies
Organize monthly activity schedule, including, compilation of finance, procurement, and programme-related documents for the field location, such as, summary lists for cash for protection, and distributions, in coordination with the supervisor and admin focal points for the unit in Kabul in a timely manner.
Draft reports, narratives and overviews of the activities and context on a regular basis.
Provide logistics support for meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
Respond to general information requests and inquiries related to finance and administration within Protection unit; set up and maintain files/records of staff leaves, supplies, etc.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree (BSc. or higher) in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Political Science, International Relations or related fields from a recognized institution with two (2) years of relevant professional experience
Or
High School diploma with four (4) years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
Experience in Case Management and Protection Monitoring
Sufficient Knowledge on child protection and Gender Based Violence (GBV)
Basic information on the migration issues within Afghanistan and the reasons why people migrate.
Basic Knowledge of what IOM is doing in Afghanistan for migration and specifically for the undocumented Afghan returnees
Skills:
Knowledge of using data collection through KOBO
In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.
Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Project reporting
N/A
Key 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, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
CORE COMPETENCIES – Behavioural indicators
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.
Team management
N/A
Further information
Interested candidates are required to apply through Tayo. Also, please take note that CTG does not accept applications in hard copies.
Before applying the candidate must carefully read the advertisement.
Applicants are advised to fill in all mandatory fields otherwise they will not be able to apply and should fill their correct and active e-mail address in the online application as any correspondence will be made by CTG through e-mail only.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate are accurate.