Project Officer

Position Title: Project Officer (Community Resilience)

Organization: International organization for Migration (IOM)

Duty Station : Pohnpei, Micronesia, Federated States of

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 :     01 November 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; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) of IOM Micronesia, and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Community Resilience), and in coordination with relevant Project Managers of IOM FS of Micronesia Country Office (CO), the Project Officer (Community Resilience) will be responsible for coordinating and implementing activities to enhance community resilience to climate change and the impact of natural hazards, and particularly performing as Project Manager for the IOM Development Fund regional project on strengthening NGOs implemented in the IOM mission in the North Pacific. The successful candidate will also be responsible for supporting the implementation, monitoring, reporting, and liaising with partners regarding community development and resilience, including as well as DRR strategies, emergency response contingency plans, post-disaster assessments, and protecting well-being of those affected by disasters. The successful candidate may be required to support in emergency response activities, as necessary.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1.  Manage projects related to NGO capacity building and implement associated activities in a timely manner, and track and monitor project expenditures and burn rates. Follow up on administrative and logistical support and provide technical guidance.

2.  Organize the implementation of NGO grant mechanisms and other related climate change adaptation and displacement measures at the community level in close coordination with Government counterparts, and Sub-Offices.

3 Implement results-oriented interventions in coordination with the Community Resilience Coordinator and relevant Project Managers in relation to community development and resilience, in addition to coordinating, monitoring, and reporting of programme activities and deliverables by coordinating with partners and stakeholders.

4.   Develop project communication strategies, branding and public information in coordination with country-level Programme Support Unit (PSU).

5.   Engage and coordinate with relevant stakeholders, local authorities, other partners and community leaders as required, including for community-based interventions.

6.   Prepare and ensure timely and quality preparation and submission of all project reports according to requirements of IOM, donors and relevant stakeholders.

7.   Track project operations and maintain adequate documentation and records of project activities, data and reports in coordination with the Community Resilience Coordinator, relevant Project Managers and project staff.

8.   Monitor hazards and provide support for potential emergency response activities as needed.

9.   Design and implement community-based disaster risk management and community development and resilience building activities including emergency communications protocols and community vulnerability assessments and DRR / CCA plans.

10.             Liaise with the Country Office’s Gender Focal Point in relation to gender inclusivity and improvements to women’s and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community participation in the DRM cycle; implement gender empowerment interventions at the community level.

11.             Liaise with the Community Resilience Coordinator in relation to mainstreaming the participation and protection of persons with disabilities in the DRM cycle.

12.             Where possible, support the reviewing and recording of Climate Change predictions for inclusion in DRM practices.

13.             Research, write, formulate, and present any documents necessary for project development and reporting processes as needed.

14.             Undergo duty travel to participate in monitoring visits and for training purposes at the request and approval of the direct supervisor and the CoM.

15.             Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

•   Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs, Development Studies, Law, Peace and Conflict Studies, Public Policy/Administration, or a related field with two years of relevant professional experience; or,

•   University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

•   Working experience in project development and management;

•   Working experience with an international organization, UN agency, or NGO;

•   Experience in implementing disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation projects is a strong advantage; and

•   Regional experience is an advantage.

Skills

•   Good analytical and writing skills;

•   Ability to multi-task and accomplish multiple deliverables within the limited allowable timeframe; and

•   Capacity Building (training) experience is advantageous.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge in Micronesian language 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 01 November 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 19.10.2023 to 01.11.2023

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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