Job Description

Introduction:

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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

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, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) for IOM’s Coordination Office for the North Pacific, based in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), and under the direct supervision of the Head of Sub-Office in the Republic of Marshall Islands (RMI), the Project Officer (Community Resilience) will be responsible for supporting and coordinating the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of community resilience initiatives across RMI. The incumbent will also provide technical coordination for community development and resilience activities, including disaster risk readiness (DRR) strategies, emergency response contingency planning, post-disaster assessments, and ensuring the well-being of communities affected by natural hazards.

Responsibilities

1. Coordinate the overall implementation of the community resilience projects, including the oversight of the project financial, administrative and technical aspects, in line with IOM’s policies and procedures, as well as donor requirements.
2. Supervise the staff assigned to the community resilience portfolio, as well as Consultants/Implementing Partners (IPs) recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities.
3. Monitor the progress of community resilience initiatives against strategic objectives and benchmarks, providing technical guidance and recommendations for improvements and corrective actions.
4. Coordinate the incorporation of regular progress reporting requirements and evaluation strategies into assigned projects, in close coordination with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer.
5. Support the development of community resilience programme strategies by preparing technical inputs and analysis aligned with the overall mission priorities.
6. Provide regular programmatic updates to the CoM and donors through weekly or bi-monthly briefings.
7. Engage with relevant government stakeholders and maintain regular communication on project progress - particularly National Disaster Management Officer (NDMO) - to ensure project activities align with national plans and needs.
8. Ensure the timely and quality preparation and submission of all project reports in accordance with IOM, donor, and stakeholder requirements, in coordination with the Program Support Unit (PSU).
9. Draft or review capacity-building training manuals for beneficiaries to ensure alignment with project objectives.
10. Collaborate closely with the Supply Chain Unit to ensure procurement processes are well-planned, timely, compliant with policies, and within project timelines.
11. Coordinate closely with Communications Officer in drafting project stories and communication/visibility pieces in line with donor requirements.
12. Identify priority areas for project development and contribute to the development of new community resilience projects by selecting and summarizing background information, assessing the local context and segments for new project proposals.
13. Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees, and technical working groups, as well as other forums; contribute and provide presentation of IOM community resilience activities.
14. Coordinate with Resilience Unit team to support and complement emergency response efforts as needed. 
15. Undertake duty travel as required to support coordination and monitoring activities for project implementation.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

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,
• Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in implementing and coordinating community resilience and disaster risk reduction projects;
• Experience in programme development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
• Experience working closely with government and community leaders; and,
• Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and capacity building workshops with stakeholders.

Skills

• Familiarity with project budget monitoring;
• Proven understanding of emergency response and disaster risk reduction;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Excellent communication in English, both written and verbal;
• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities;
• Good supervision, coordination, and programme coordination/implementation skills; and,
• Good knowledge of the United Nations (UN) System, Non-governmental Organizations (NGO) and other international organizations/institutions.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) and/or Marshallese 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.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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. 

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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