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.
