National Project Development and Reporting Officer

Job Description

The National Project Development and Reporting officer will provide direct support to the Chief of Mission and the EHSA IOM Regional Office, above all in defining the strategy of the Country Offices (Mauritius and Seychelles), programme development, programme management, reporting and liaising with key stakeholders, including the United Nations agencies in Mauritius & Seychelles and other development partners.

Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the development of results-based programmes and projects, concept notes and project proposals, in close coordination with the CoM, Project Managers, UNCT, relevant donors, government counterparts and project partners, by providing technical inputs and support that responds to emerging trends and priorities and that are in compliance with IOM and donor interests and requirements. 

   
    

2. Review resource requirements, document programmatic needs, gaps and opportunities. Contribute to the alignment to IOM global, regional and country strategies during project development and donor reporting, including supporting and promoting use of Strategic Results Framework (SRF) global results and indicators.
    

3. Support the endorsement process for concept notes and project proposals. Support the Project Managers in drafting donor reports in close coordination with relevant units in the CO and RO in line with IOM policies, standards and internal procedures.
    

4. Research potential and realistic funding opportunities among government and non-government donors, review calls for proposals and collect donor information. Draft donor profiles and guidance notes on donor priorities and assist with developing approaches to expand the IOM donor base.
    

5. Support effective working relationships with donor counterparts and project/programme partners, such as government authorities, diplomatic missions, and other relevant agencies and working groups.
    

6. In coordination with relevant Units in the CO, draft visibility and other resource mobilization materials and organize donor briefings and visits.
    

7. Support capacity building and training activities in the field of programme development, donor and institutional reporting and the roll-out of the SRF for CO’s staff through workshops and seminars.
    

8. In support of knowledge management, maintain accurate, updated and pertinent records of all correspondences, project development and donor and institutional reporting files, and related information in IOM’s relevant software application.
    

9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

1. Master’s degree in international relations, International Development, Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,

2. University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. 

EXPERIENCE

1. Experience in supporting results-based project development and reporting, technical writing and editing, preferably in the international development/humanitarian sector; and,

2. Experience in programme conceptualisation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation; 

3. Experience in project development and capacity-building activities;

4. Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;

5. Familiarity with financial and business administration;

6. Proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country and in the Region; 

7. Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with stakeholders;

8. In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and, 

9. Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

10. Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging and diverse environment

11. Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision and with tight deadlines;

12. Have affinity with or interest in migration issues, volunteerism as a mechanism for sustainable development, and the UN System.

Competencies
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.

Required Skills

• Ability to maintain partnerships with development partners, government counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,
• Ability to work with accuracy under constraints and pressure; high sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment;
• Capacity to supervise and train support staff; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional background;
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Good conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
• Good knowledge of the UN System, NGOs and other international organizations/institutions;
• Good level of computer literacy, including database applications.
• Good supervision, coordination, and information management skills;
• Knowledge of migration data, labour migration patterns and ability to negotiate with government authorities;
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, creative thinking; and,
• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities;

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