Senior Protection Caseworker

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks an experienced Senior Protection Caseworker to strengthen its Algeria Protection Programme. Reporting to the Protection Officer and working closely with multiple units, the incumbent will oversee protection case management for vulnerable migrants, including children, trafficking victims, and survivors of gender‑based violence.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and screenings, develop individual action plans, and ensure timely implementation of case management SOPs.
• Coordinate with UN agencies, government bodies, NGOs and other partners to establish and maintain comprehensive referral pathways.
• Map on‑site and off‑site services, disseminate accurate information to migrants, and safeguard confidentiality of personal data.
• Deliver trainings on protection principles, counter‑trafficking, GBV mitigation, and PSEA to partners and authorities.
• Supervise, guide and train junior staff, and undertake duty travel as required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in development studies, migration studies, international relations or related field with at least four years of relevant experience, or high school diploma with six years of experience.
• Proven experience implementing protection programmes in humanitarian settings, working with vulnerable migrant groups, and coordinating with multiple agencies.
• Strong liaison and networking abilities with government, UN agencies and NGOs, and capacity to work in multicultural environments.
• Fluency in English and French (oral and written); working knowledge of Arabic is desirable.