OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
Classification : Official, Grade P4 Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible Reference Code : VN2011/72(O)-EXT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of non-represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered:
Angola, Armenia, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Honduras, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Mauritania, Mongolia, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Rwanda, Slovenia, Somalia, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and in close coordination with the Department of Operations and Emergency (DOE) Thematic Specialists in the IOM Regional Office in Pretoria and DOE Officials at Headquarters, the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for the development, management and implementation of projects and initiatives related to the peace consolidation, stabilization, reintegration of internally displaced persons (IDPs), capacity building and overall socio-economic development in the Republic of South Sudan (RoSS).
This entails the provision of strong leadership in needs assessment and strategic planning functions in support of crisis preparedness, mitigation and recovery in natural disaster and conflict settings.
Core functions/ responsibilities:
l. Situation Analysis, Needs Assessment and Liaison
• Analyze the RoSS peace-consolidation, stabilization and development strategies defined by the RoSS Government and the International Community and identify the priority areas for IOM activities and interventions.
• Provide substantive advice and expertise to stakeholders, such as the RoSS Government, UN agencies, etc. On transition and recovery and peace consolidation.
• Liaise with the RoSS Government, local authorities, community representatives, partner agencies and civil society in order to ensure maximisation of IOM competencies and capacities in the domain of transition and recovery programming.
• Participate and actively contribute to UN Country Team or other coordination meetings and consultations.
• Design and manage topical and geographical surveys, assessments and profiling exercises to identify the requirements for Demobilization, Disarmament and Reintegration (DDR), Security Sector Reform (SSR), Community Stabilisation, sustainable Return and Reintegration of IDPs, Peace Building and Reconciliation, creation of livelihood opportunities, land and property solutions as well as capacity building in the areas of preparedness, Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation.
• Consolidate the collected information and propose general directions for IOM’s involvement and activities and communicate this information to the CoM, DOE Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) and DOE for further consultation and advice.
• Contribute substantively to IOM’s global and regional polices on recovery, transition and peace consolidation.
ll. Project Development and Fundraising
• Based on the situation analysis, needs assessment and donor priorities, prepare concept notes and project proposals for IOM interventions in the areas of DDR, SSR, CS, peace building, return and reintegration of IDPs, livelihood opportunities, land and property solutions, DRR and CCA.
• Initiate and plan projects on behalf of stakeholders, when necessary, including assessing project feasibility and endorsing proposals while promoting IOM activities and image.
• Communicate the project ideas and concept notes to DOE RTS and DOE officials in Geneva for consultation and guidance.
• Submit the completed project proposals to DOE RTS in IOM Pretoria and/or Transition and Recovery Department in HQ for review and endorsement.
• Submit the project proposals to locally represented donors and follow up on the donor review and approval process.
• Whenever necessary, negotiate with donors the details about the project scope, schedule, budget and financing/contractual arrangements and communicate the adequate information to RO, DOE, Legal Services (LEG), Project Information Unit (PIU), Accounts Division (ACO) and other relevant departments.
• Inform DOE RTS in Pretoria and the Transition and Recovery Division (TRD) about the fundraising progress on a regular basis.
ll. Project Management, Monitoring and Reporting
• Be accountable for the administration, operational and financial management of all Transition and Recovery projects and programmes in South Sudan.
• Based on the endorsed, approved and funded project proposal and in coordination with the CoM and RMO, establish the project implementation structure, including hiring of the project staff, procurement of goods and equipment, engagements of subcontractors and setting up the project offices.
• Manage and coordinate the project activities in accordance with the project scope, schedule and budget.
• Whenever required, coordinate the project activities with external project stakeholders such as Government, local authorities, community representatives, partner agencies, UN Country Team, donors, media and civil society.
• Monitor the project implementation against the project scope, schedule and budget on a regular basis.
• Ensure the timely preparation and submission of internal and external reports, updates and media releases.
Desirable Competencies
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a) delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; b) effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
Emergency and Crisis
a) works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments; b) coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination structures; c) supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors; d) establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners; e) makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed Master's degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations and/ or Law; b) a minimum of eight years of experience (or ten years of experience for candidates with a 1st level degree) in the field of migration, including operational and field experience, IOM project development, and management; c) demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development; knowledge or experience of regional issues an advantage; d ) experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs; e) knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of Arabic an advantage.
NOTES:
- Appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
- The tenure of contract of staff members holding a regular contract will remain
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by December 22, 2011 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
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