Position Title: Programme
Officer (Transition and Recovery)
Organization:
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Duty Station: Juba, South
Sudan
Classification: Professional
Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment:
Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date:
As soon as possible
Closing Date: 05 October 2023
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,
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.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work
environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier
candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications
from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies,
applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before
those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered
first-tier candidates:
1.
Internal candidates
2.
Candidates from the following
non-represented member states: Antigua and
Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao
People's Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated
States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia;
Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented
member states.
Context:
IOM in South Sudan has a broad range of programming centred
around three broad areas: humanitarian coordination and support, humanitarian response
and resilience, and peacebuilding, transition, and development. Humanitarian
coordination and support include leading/co-leading the Camp Coordination and
Camp Management (CCCM) and Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI) Clusters,
Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and
management of WASH and Shelter and NFI core-pipelines, humanitarian hubs, and
standard transport services. Humanitarian response and resilience include CCCM,
WASH, Shelter & NFI, health, protection, gender equality and inclusion,
mental health and psychosocial support and the management of a Rapid Response
Fund. Under peacebuilding, transition and development, IOM South Sudan Country Office
(CO) implements programming on housing, land and property issues, transition
and recovery, transhumance conflict prevention, community-based violence reduction,
community development and migration management.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and
the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator (Reconciliation,
Stabilization and Resilience Trust Fund (RSRTF), and in close coordination with
the Program Support Unit, the Programme Officer (Transition and Recovery (T&R))
will work closely with the management and programme staff to support in
reporting, development of multiple project and internal coordination,
representation, review, and quality control of project documents prior to donor
submission.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1.
Support the overall
implementation of the Transition & Recovery Programme in South Sudan CO, including
its financial, administrative and technical implementation, in compliance with
IOM policies and standards, as well as donor requirements, agreed timeline and deliverables.
2.
Contribute to the
identification of donors’ priorities and strategies, explore the possibility to
develop follow up initiatives and/or initiate new programme development process
in South Sudan and draft projects proposals, in relation to expressed
governmental needs, donors’ priorities and in line with IOM’s mandate and strategy.
3.
In coordination with the Program
Coordinator (RSRTF), coordinate the work of all staff assigned to the CO’s
programme, as well as consultants, implementing partners and service providers recruited
to support and/or undertake specific activities.
4.
Maintain close collaboration
and contribute to the strengthening the partnerships with relevant stakeholders
such as Government entities, national authorities, donors, development
partners, United Nations agencies, and civil society.
5.
Draft and produce donors progress
and other reports and ensure proper information exchange on all operational
aspects of the programmes between IOM, the programmes’ donors and other stakeholders.
6.
In coordination with the Program
Coordinator (RSRTF), facilitate adequate information management on CO’s
activities through regular updates, summaries, press releases and other relevant
materials that promote the unit and IOM’s visibility.
7.
Assist in conducting
contextual analysis to identify potential activities to be implemented as part
of the Transition & Recovery in line with IOM mandate and the priorities
established by the Government and partners in South Sudan.
8.
Contribute to the
development of relevant monitoring and evaluation plans and tools to track policy
mainstreaming initiatives and measure progress and effectiveness, make recommendation
on suitable course corrections, and supporting further development and improvements.
9.
Ensure adequate information
management on programme related activities including awareness raising and
visibility; provide regular updates, summaries, press releases and other relevant
materials, in coordination with the donor and IOM’s Public Information Department.
10.
Participate in relevant
conferences, workshops, steering committees and technical working groups, as
well as other forums, to facilitate proper coordination and presentation of IOM
activities.
11.
Participate in relevant UN
working groups and activities to encourage the mainstreaming of migration related
issues into United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAF).
12.
Perform such other duties as
may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
•
Master’s degree in Law,
International Relations, Political or Social Sciences, International Development,
International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic
institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
•
University degree in the above
fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
•
Experience in programme management,
implementation and project development;
•
Experience in coordination of
various projects under the programme to ensure maximum outputs;
•
Experience in liaising with
government authorities and other national/international institutions;
•
Experience in emergency settings
with in-depth knowledge of IOM/UN programme/project life cycles;
•
Experience with UN and International
Agencies, international or local NGOs preferred; and,
•
Work experience in the Region
is an advantage.
Skills
•
Knowledge of UN/IOM’s regulations,
policies and procedures;
•
Knowledge of project budgeting
and financial management;
•
Knowledge and experience in
working with PRIMA is an advantage;
•
Sound writing, communication
and negotiation skills; and,
•
Excellent organization skills,
analytical and creative thinking.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated
during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World
Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).
Required 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 level 2
•
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.
Managerial Competencies
– behavioural indicators level 2
•
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example
and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others
to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
•
Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can
contribute their best and develop their potential.
•
Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of
trust and honesty.
•
Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the
Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
•
Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own
shortcomings.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to
be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice
is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions
in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be
appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member
States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members.
For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country
cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the
candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or
visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination
against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after
15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on
the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their
applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 05 October 2023 at the
latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through
the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the
status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 22.09.2023 to 05.10.2023
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment
process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not
request any information related to bank accounts.
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