VACANCY NOTICE Location : Application Deadline : Position Title: Languages Required : Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start) Reference Code: Duration of Initial Contract : Sarajevo (1) and Banja Luka (1), BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 11-May-15 Project assistant Excellent command of English and local languages in BiH May 2015 13-04/2015 3 months starting May 2015 (possibility of extension) Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental 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. Terms of Reference This joint UN Project proposal is a response to the reports and efforts of Mme Zainab Hawa Bangura, the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary General on Violence in Conflict and the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence against Women. In her response, she recognised the critical need to provide assistance and services to survivors of Conflict Related Sexual Violence (CRSV), declaring BiH one of the UN’s focal countries, placing it squarely in the world’s spotlight, and highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to tackling CRSV. These reports highlighted the lack of widespread societal recognition of the harms suffered by women during the war, the stigma and attitudes of society towards victims of sexual violence, and the denial of their existence. The report further emphasised the need for services, such as free legal advice to help survivors navigate the complex legal framework in the entities and apply for welfare or other benefits, and access to affordable and appropriate health and mental care services, including sexual and reproductive health services. This project therefore aims to identify and address gaps in existing care, support, and justice systems, and create an effective, comprehensive, and standardised approach for dealing with survivors of CRSV. It represents the combined efforts of IOM, UNDP, UNFPA and UN Women, and demonstrates the resolve of the entire UN Country team to tackle this issue. The Project assistant will have the following tasks:       Assist in planning, organizing and developing all aspects of the project including seminars/conferences, meetings, presentations, training sessions and briefings. Arrange meetings between local parties and the project team when required; Interact with civil society organisations and State/Entity/Brčko Distrikt representatives as well as local authorities to ensure that the planning, programming, and presentation of the project needs are coordinated within the broader domestic and regional or international framework; Assess whether suggested approaches to improve CRSV services could be feasible under BiH and European law; Assist the project coordinator in drafting reports and updates on the project activities; Prepare and disseminate information about the project as required; Translate documents from English into local language; and vice versa 2      Provide consecutive interpretation in meetings, seminars and conferences; Draft correspondence in English and local language on the basis of instruction received and/or as the work requires; prepare summaries of relevant documents as requested; Carry out relevant duty travel within Bosnia and Herzegovina and abroad as required; Any other tasks that may be identified and assigned. Conduct the above tasks in strict adherence to the confidentiality principles defined within the guidelines. Candidates’ profile: Recent graduates in law or similar. Experience of assisting implementation of projects in similar fields (ie. Transitional justice, human rights, gender). Experience of liasing and maintaining relationships with civil society and governmental stakeholders. Experience of planning, preparing, and organising seminars/conferences, meetings, training sessions and briefings preferred. Knowledge of subject matter (CRSV, sexual violence) an advantage. Prior research or assessment experience an advantage. Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications and android platforms. Holds a valid driving license. Willingness and ability to conduct travel across the country. Competencies:  Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism.  Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders.  Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly.  Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management.  Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility.  Displays mastery of subject matter.  Contributes to a collegial team environment.  Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation.  Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM. How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications (including their CV and motivation letter) electronically by email to [email protected], or in a sealed envelope either in person or by post to the following address: INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION UN Common House, Zmaja od bosne bb, 71000 Sarajevo Note: Vacancy for Project assistant, Reference Code 13-04/2015 Please request a delivery receipt. Applications must be received by May 11th 2015 Close of business