Project Officer (Disaster Risk Management (DRM)) (P)

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. 

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories: 

   Bahamas, Barbados, Cabo Verde, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
    

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

Organizational Context and Scope

IOM South Sudan implements a broad portfolio of programmes across humanitarian coordination and response, resilience, peacebuilding, transition and development, working closely with the Government of South Sudan, communities, development partners and other stakeholders. Within its community resilience portfolio, IOM implements programmes aimed at strengthening resilience to climate-related shocks, disaster risk and displacement, including the Regional Climate Resilience Program (RCRP), implemented in partnership with the Government of South Sudan with financing from the World Bank. The programme seeks to strengthen flood resilience and reduce the impacts of flooding in targeted areas of South Sudan through flood risk management, climate-resilient infrastructure and strengthened institutional capacity.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Project Manager (Community Resilience) in Juba, and in close coordination with relevant IOM units and governmentcounterparts,theProjectOfficer (DisasterRiskManagement(DRM))willberesponsibleand accountable for supporting the implementation of DRM and flood resilience activities under Regional Climate Resilience Program (RCRP) and across IOM South Sudan's community resilience portfolio. The Project Officer (DRM) will provide technical support onfloodriskassessments,hydrologicalandhydraulicstudies,infrastructuredesignandimplementationof flood mitigation works, including dykes, drainage systems, culverts, embankments and other climate-resilient infrastructure. The Project Officer (DRM) will also support the technical review of designs and specifications, monitoringofconstructionworksandqualityassuranceactivities, and assistwiththecoordinationofDRM governanceandinstitutionalcapacity-buildingactivities,andsupporttheintegrationofdisasterrisk reduction and climate resilience into programme planning and implementation.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Disaster Risk Management, Climate Change/Climate Governance, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in the planning, design, implementation and/or technical oversight of flood risk management and climate-resilient infrastructure, including dykes, drainage systems, culverts, embankments or similar infrastructure;
• Experience in reviewing engineering designs, drawings, technical specifications, bills of quantities and other technical documentation related to infrastructure works;
• Experience in monitoring construction works, including field inspections, assessment of progress and quality, identification of technical issues and follow-up on corrective actions;
• Experience with flood risk assessments, hydrological and/or hydraulic studies and modelling, including application of technical findings to infrastructure planning and design;
• Experience in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation and/or resilience programming, preferably including institutional capacity building and risk-informed planning;
• Experience coordinating with government authorities, engineering consultants, contractors, communities and other technical stakeholders in the implementation of infrastructure or DRM programmes;
• Experience working in humanitarian, recovery, stabilisation or development contexts, preferably in fragile or conflict-affected environments; and,

• Experience working in South Sudan or a comparable operational context is an advantage.

Skills

• Demonstrated technical knowledge of flood risk management, climate-resilient infrastructure and disaster risk reduction;
• Ability to review and interpret engineering designs, drawings, technical specifications and bills of quantities;
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant engineering standards, construction quality assurance and infrastructure operation and maintenance principles;
• Proficiency in relevant engineering and technical software, including AutoCAD and/or GIS applications; knowledge of hydrological/hydraulic modelling software is an advantage;
• Demonstrated analytical, technical writing, reporting and communication skills; and,
• Demonstrated proficiency in standard office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of another official UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) 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.

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.

Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.

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IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM WAVE 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. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies.