Senior Project Associate (RSU)

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (Area-Based Approach), the successful candidate will be responsible to support IOM’s Resilience and Solutions unit (RSU) and contribute to roll out of IOM’s ABR and emergency site management activities, he/she will perform the following duties.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities for displacement management and area-based response. 

2. Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.

3. Monitor budget implementation and propose adjustments as necessary.   

4. Act as focal point for coordination of project implementation, including by implementing partners and by RSU field teams, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions, etc.

5. Draft status reports: identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures. 

6. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation.

7. Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops.

8. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.

9. Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.  

10. Monitor work of implementing partners and report any non-compliance to the supervisor.

11. Provide inputs for the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP) and concept papers and provide general support for the development of new projects. 

12. Provides guidance/training and assist in coordinating and monitoring work of other staff in the unit; may supervise other staff as assigned. 

13. Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in political or social sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

 Or

• High School diploma with six years of relevant professional experience

Experience:

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations. 

• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,

• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

• Experience in project monitoring and evaluation.

 SKILLS:

• Strong management and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work with flexibility and integrity.

• Ability to work independently, with excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.

• Ability to work in challenging settings, under pressure while respecting tight deadlines.

• Capacity to learn and gain new competencies, while accepting/giving constructive criticism 

• Demonstrated ability for leadership in the context of partnership building and consensual decision-making.

• Demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies 

• Ability to organize information flow

• Knowledge of camp management-related technical guidelines, standards, and indicators an advantage

Languages: 

• For all Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). 

• Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.

• Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Programme Officer 

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 

• 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust

  :

  creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic  

  thinking and vision:

   works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction

Interested candidates are required to apply through Tayo. Also, please take note that CTG does not accept applications in hard copies.

Before applying the candidate must carefully read the advertisement.

Applicants are advised to fill in all mandatory fields otherwise they will not be able to apply and should fill their correct and active e-mail address in the online application as any correspondence will be made by CTG through e-mail only.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate are accurate.