SVN 2017/41 (P) - Programme Support Officer (P2) - Gaziantep, Turkey

Position Title Programme Support Officer

Duty Station : Gaziantep, Turkey

Classification :Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 08 March 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo

Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia,

Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya,

Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Mauritania, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, United Republic of Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela

(Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

The Needs and Population Monitoring (NPM) is a set of tools and methods that IOM uses to track and assess affected population in order to identify the most urgent needs and gaps for the purpose of providing assistance. IOM is implementing the NPM to regularly collect and verify population groups at the community level in Syria, and to provide humanitarian clusters and other partners with baseline information and indicators to address priority needs, and the types of required humanitarian interventions.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office and direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (NPM), the successful candidate will provide programme and technical assistance in data review and analysis, conducting research, drafting project and donor reports, developing project proposals and concept notes in coordination with the project development unit, and assisting in the coordination and liaison with internal and external stakeholders such as UN agencies, humanitarian clusters and donors.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and follow up on the production of NPM reporting obligations and impact materials including monthly Mobility Dynamic Monitoring reports, quarterly Population Baseline reports, Page 1 / 4donor reports, flash reports, presentations, and other materials. 2. Conduct analysis of quantitative data and findings of NPM data collection rounds and determine relevant information for inclusion in monthly and quarterly reports. 3. Support the development of relevant NPM tools such as multi-sectoral, inter-sectoral, and thematic assessments, alerts, governorates profiles, etc., including coordination with humanitarian clusters/partners as needed.

4. Contribute to regular and timely donor reporting, and provide regular, complete and concise tracking reports of the programme implementation to the Programme Coordinator. 5. Conceptualize relevant infographics, graphs, maps and tables to be included in NPM reports and updates.

6. Provide information and technical inputs in relation to the development of project proposals and concept notes in line with donor priorities and NPM Programme strategies in close coordination with the Programme Coordinator and Whole of Syria Response Coordinators. 7. Track and answer to information / data requests from IOM (IOM HQ and other missions) and external staff (OCHA, clusters etc.) in coordination with the Programme Coordinator. 8. Support the Programme Coordinator in liaising with humanitarian clusters and partners in order to plan and conduct flash, thematic, or inter-sectoral assessments. 9. Support and follow up on the planning and implementation of a variety of NPM programme components including procurement and logistics, admin and HR, as well as legal processes for the creation of new contracts/agreements with implementing partners. 10. Provide technical information and guidance to facilitate understanding and utilization of relevant NPM data to improve identification, coordination, service delivery and M&E of activities. 11. Participate in liaison activities with the programme's partners, such as UN agencies, humanitarian clusters, donors, and any other concerned agencies and working groups as required.

12. Participate in workshops, trainings, seminars and other meetings as requested by the NPM Coordinator.

13. Perform such other duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience. Experience

• Experience in the field of project development, reporting and related activities, complex project implementation, budget drafting, research, and liaison with international agencies (UN agencies, international organizations, and international specialized NGOs) and donors; • Strong writing and analytical skills especially in donor reports and proposal development; • Knowledge of donor funding mechanisms, reporting requirements and procedures, and project Page 2 / 4implementation;

• Knowledge of IOM’s administration, financial, procurement and legal systems and structure; • Good knowledge of UN, IOM, international organizations, and NGO mandates and programmes in the area of humanitarian assistance, post-conflict, migration, and development; • Experience with project planning, scheduling and deployment of resources, and evaluation and assessment;

• Proven ability to consolidate information from multiple sources;

• Experience in the region is a distinctive advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of other IOM official languages is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms; • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders; • Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others; • Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience; • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services; • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 08 March 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. Page 3 / 4For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 23.02.2017 to 08.03.2017

Requisition: SVN 2017/41 (P) - Programme Support Officer (P2) - Gaziantep, Turkey (54982692) Released

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