Senior Protection Associate (GBV)
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International Organization for Migration (IOM)
- Career category: Advocacy/ Policy
- Job type: Job
- Experience level: 2-5 years
- Organisation type: Inter-governmental
- Remote option: No
- Right to work requirements: Nationals-only contract
- Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
- Deadline: 20/07/2026
- Location: Libya
Organizational Context and Scope
The Central Mediterranean Route remains one of the most dangerous migration corridors globally, with significant protection concerns affecting vulnerable individuals transiting through and residing in Libya. According to IOM data, a considerable number of migrants continue to experience exploitative practices, necessitating protection services and comprehensive
support, especially for those undertaking voluntary humanitarian return (VHR). The Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) program, led by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), provides lifesaving, humane, and dignified assistance to foreigners stranded in crisis-affected countries, such as Libya. Established in 2015, the program facilitates safe and expedited return for vulnerable migrants, including women, unaccompanied children, the elderly, and medically vulnerable individuals. VHR operates on a rights-based, protection-centered approach, offering tailored support during migrants' stays, their return journey, and upon arrival in their home countries
Under the overall supervision of the AVM Programme Manager and direct supervision of the Child Protection and GBV Officer the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of Gender-Based Violence prevention, response, and risk mitigation activities. The Senior Protection Associate will also support the integration of child protection and community-based protection into GBV-related programming. The successful candidate will contribute to the identification, support, and referral of survivors, facilitate outreach and awareness-raising initiatives.
Qualifications
support, especially for those undertaking voluntary humanitarian return (VHR). The Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) program, led by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), provides lifesaving, humane, and dignified assistance to foreigners stranded in crisis-affected countries, such as Libya. Established in 2015, the program facilitates safe and expedited return for vulnerable migrants, including women, unaccompanied children, the elderly, and medically vulnerable individuals. VHR operates on a rights-based, protection-centered approach, offering tailored support during migrants' stays, their return journey, and upon arrival in their home countries
Under the overall supervision of the AVM Programme Manager and direct supervision of the Child Protection and GBV Officer the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of Gender-Based Violence prevention, response, and risk mitigation activities. The Senior Protection Associate will also support the integration of child protection and community-based protection into GBV-related programming. The successful candidate will contribute to the identification, support, and referral of survivors, facilitate outreach and awareness-raising initiatives.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Completed university degree from an accredited academic institution in Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, Social Work, Human Rights, International Relations or Law, or other relevant field with four years of relevant experience, or
- School diploma with six years of relevant experience.
Experience
- Demonstrated management and leadership skills
Minimum of four-year professional experience in the field of Protection and assistance to vulnerable population - Experience in GBV case management, protection service delivery, or community outreach in humanitarian or development contexts.
- Demonstrated understanding of survivor-centered approaches and GBV guiding principles
- Effective organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and plans, ability to work under pressure and cope with deadlines.
- Demonstrated problem solving attitude and skills.
- Good written and spoken communications skills, good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
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