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Mission and objectives
The IOM Mission in Ukraine was established in 1996. In line with IOM’s global strategy, IOM Ukraine aims at advancing the understanding of the opportunities and challenges of migration in the Ukrainian context.
The IOM Mission in Ukraine provides assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and conflict-affected people, fights trafficking in human beings, assists the Government in dealing with irregular migration, improving its migration management system, and creating migrant-inclusive health practices and policies. IOM supports the development of comprehensive and evidence-based migration policies and legislation in line with international norms and builds government’s capacity in harnessing the development potential of migration, among others, by creating incentives for migrants’ remittances investment and offering evidence-based policy advice to enhance labour migration management.
During 24 years of presence in Ukraine, IOM has assisted over half a million migrants (Ukrainians and other nationalities), IDPs, potential migrants, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups, directly or through its project partners.
The IOM Mission in Ukraine provides assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and conflict-affected people, fights trafficking in human beings, assists the Government in dealing with irregular migration, improving its migration management system, and creating migrant-inclusive health practices and policies. IOM supports the development of comprehensive and evidence-based migration policies and legislation in line with international norms and builds government’s capacity in harnessing the development potential of migration, among others, by creating incentives for migrants’ remittances investment and offering evidence-based policy advice to enhance labour migration management.
During 24 years of presence in Ukraine, IOM has assisted over half a million migrants (Ukrainians and other nationalities), IDPs, potential migrants, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups, directly or through its project partners.
Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is the only international intergovernmental agency with a specific mandate for migration and is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing technical expertise to governments, migrants and host communities through a wide range of sustainable solutions, contributing to support populations affected by forced migration and improve living conditions of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the Programme Manager (WASH), the direct supervision of the National Project Officer (WASH) and in close coordination with the Head of Sub Office and other technical programme specialists, the incumbent will be responsible for carrying out Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program functions in accordance with IOM’s regulations, rules and procedures.
This Unted Nations Volunteers (UNV) assignment is part of IOM’s project “Sustainable Recovery of the Kryvyi Rih Water Supply System following the Destruction of the Kakhovka Dam” Key project stakeholders include: Kryvbas Vodokanal (KBVK), Kryvyi Rih City Council the WASH cluster, other WASH actors such as UNICEF, other relevant coordination bodies and all relevant Ukrainian government bodies. IOM has contracted an engineering consultancy firm to support project delivery with the aim of supporting the restoration and sustainability of water supply services in Kryvyi Rih through:
Result 1.1: Improved efficiency of water treatment processes
Result 1.2: Reduced energy consumption of the water pumping stations
Result 1.3: Enhanced performance of the water distribution system
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the Programme Manager (WASH), the direct supervision of the National Project Officer (WASH) and in close coordination with the Head of Sub Office and other technical programme specialists, the incumbent will be responsible for carrying out Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program functions in accordance with IOM’s regulations, rules and procedures.
This Unted Nations Volunteers (UNV) assignment is part of IOM’s project “Sustainable Recovery of the Kryvyi Rih Water Supply System following the Destruction of the Kakhovka Dam” Key project stakeholders include: Kryvbas Vodokanal (KBVK), Kryvyi Rih City Council the WASH cluster, other WASH actors such as UNICEF, other relevant coordination bodies and all relevant Ukrainian government bodies. IOM has contracted an engineering consultancy firm to support project delivery with the aim of supporting the restoration and sustainability of water supply services in Kryvyi Rih through:
Result 1.1: Improved efficiency of water treatment processes
Result 1.2: Reduced energy consumption of the water pumping stations
Result 1.3: Enhanced performance of the water distribution system
Task description
1. Stakeholder liaison & coordination:
• Build and maintain constructive relations with the Vodokanal and local Authorities. Serve as IOM’s in-field focal point, track requests, and follow up on actions
• Plan and organize field visits and meetings by preparing agendas, confirming participant lists, arranging logistics and circulating clear minutes with decisions and action points.
2. Support to the Consultancy firm:
• Arrange site access and accompany technical teams during surveys, measurements, and stakeholder interviews while ensuring basic Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) measures are respected.
• During work, support basic site monitoring alongside IOM engineers by using checklists, keeping daily photo logs, and noting non-conformities or safety issues for escalation.
3. Data, documentation & reporting:
• Maintain a field document hub on the designated SharePoint, including minutes, photo evidence, permits, and as-built documents received from contractors/KBVK);
• Provide weekly field notes that summarize progress, risks, community concerns and contribute inputs to monthly reports and dashboards;
• Update simple trackers for issues, risks, decisions, and support verification of progress for payment certificates and acceptance.
4. Community engagement & communications (Accountability to Affected Populations - AAP)^
• Act as a courteous point of contact for community representatives during visits;
• Log feedback and complaints and channel them to responsible teams, while tracking their closure;
• Inform the Communications team of noteworthy items and support photo, video, and story capture when requested;
Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Build and maintain constructive relations with the Vodokanal and local Authorities. Serve as IOM’s in-field focal point, track requests, and follow up on actions
• Plan and organize field visits and meetings by preparing agendas, confirming participant lists, arranging logistics and circulating clear minutes with decisions and action points.
2. Support to the Consultancy firm:
• Arrange site access and accompany technical teams during surveys, measurements, and stakeholder interviews while ensuring basic Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) measures are respected.
• During work, support basic site monitoring alongside IOM engineers by using checklists, keeping daily photo logs, and noting non-conformities or safety issues for escalation.
3. Data, documentation & reporting:
• Maintain a field document hub on the designated SharePoint, including minutes, photo evidence, permits, and as-built documents received from contractors/KBVK);
• Provide weekly field notes that summarize progress, risks, community concerns and contribute inputs to monthly reports and dashboards;
• Update simple trackers for issues, risks, decisions, and support verification of progress for payment certificates and acceptance.
4. Community engagement & communications (Accountability to Affected Populations - AAP)^
• Act as a courteous point of contact for community representatives during visits;
• Log feedback and complaints and channel them to responsible teams, while tracking their closure;
• Inform the Communications team of noteworthy items and support photo, video, and story capture when requested;
Perform other related duties as assigned.
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