VN 2017/202 (P) - Project Officer, Compliance (Fraud and Malfeasance Prevention) (P2) - Amman, Jordan

Position Title Project Officer, Compliance (Fraud and Malfeasance Prevention)

Duty Station :Amman, Jordan

Classification Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible

Closing Date : 30 September 2017

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 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, Bahamas, Belize, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

The United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) operates world-wide with a target of providing resettlement opportunities to 50,000 or more individuals each year. IOM provides a range of services and support to the USRAP including, but not limited to, case processing, migration health assessments, cultural orientation training, organized transportation and administration of a travel loan and collections program. Some 1200 multi-disciplinary staff members work in support of the USRAP which has an annual budget in the range of USD 200 million. The Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE), specifically the Resettlement and Movement Division (RMM), has the organizational responsibility to provide direction, oversight and guidance to IOM’s global support to all resettlement programs. Under the United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), the Resettlement Support Center (RSC) provides critical support and processing services for resettlement to the US. As part of an MOU between IOM and the US State Department Bureau for Population Refugees and Migration (PRM), IOM manages the RSC for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). RSC MENA prepares applications for adjudication by and provides support to visiting US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers, facilitates security and medical screenings, provides information about arriving individuals to resettlement agencies in the US and offers Cultural Orientation (CO) training to individuals departing for the US. Under the general supervision of the Chief of Mission, Jordan and the direct supervision of the Project Manager, RSC MENA, the successful candidate will be based in Amman, Jordan and Page 1 / 4will have the following duties and responsibilities:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Implement and monitor specifically identified RSC MENA compliance activities in the assigned area(s), such as monitoring and evaluation, training, project support, project reporting, protection and/or fraud and malfeasance prevention. Provide administrative and logistical support for hiring compliance staff and training. Assign duties and give feedback to staff members on their performance to ensure the accurate completion of activities. 2. In relation to monitoring and evaluation, as required, support activities such as rapid performance assessments, surveys, interviews and focus groups by drafting sections of relevant documents, work plans, budget revisions and other required information. Prepare updates and provide information for the Project Manager and USRAP Monitoring Officer. 3. In relation to training, as required, support training activities for RSC MENA, by including monitoring or serving as the USRAP Training Focal Point in coordination with the HR-Business Partner, helping analyzing and identifying training needs and professional development opportunities for RSC MENA, organizing and administering training sessions, delivering trainings, recommending changes to training curricula and techniques, and contributing to the development of new training packages.

4. In relation to project support and reporting, as required, update and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and draft sections of reports, presentations, and briefings on activities for the RSC.

5. In relation to protection, as required, support activities related to children, the elderly, persons with disabilities, persons affected by sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) persons and other marginalized individuals, by identifying and reporting cases, processing COPE cases, counselling minors and analysing or completing documentation related to minors.

6. In relation to fraud and malfeasance prevention, as required, monitor communication about potential fraud and malfeasance, primarily through the designated RSC fraud email box, support the handling of fraud allegations following internal guidance and instructions from the Ethics Office at IOM Headquarters and in coordination with RSC management, provide staff with related training, and report update management on statistics and trends.

7. Provide technical assistance, guidance and information on changes to workflows and procedures to staff members in accordance with the Worldwide Refugee Processing System (WRAPS), USCIS, PRM Program Announcements and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

8. In close coordination with the Project Manager, RSC MENA, liaise with external partners as required, including the Refugee Processing Center (RPC) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) with respect to the provision of information and internal procedures for monitoring and reporting.

9. Participate in RSC MENA at meetings as needed. Draft reports, briefings, background information, narratives and statistical reporting as necessary and required. 10. Maintain and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of all RSC-related information by implementing control procedures in line with USRAP standards of conduct and data protection rules. Alert the Project Coordinators, RSC MENA of any non-compliance to SOPs or codes of conduct by RSC staff members.

11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Page 2 / 4Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Science, International Relations, Regional Studies 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. Experience

• Experience in USRAP, particularly in RSC activities, such as employment verification, case creation, pre-screening, USCIS adjudications support, scheduling, field support and out-processing, and knowledge of USRAP program implementation, is preferred; • Experience in monitoring and evaluation and training is desired;

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with and lead a team;

• Demonstrated proficiency with the World Wide Refugee Admission Processing System (WRAPS);

• Excellent computer skills and a high level of proficiency in spreadsheet and database applications.

Languages

Fluency in English and working knowledge of Arabic is required. Working knowledge of Kurdish dialect an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• 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.

Page 3 / 4Any 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 30 September 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For 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 08.09.2017 to 30.09.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/202(P)-ProjectOfficer,Compliance(Fraud&MalfeasancePrev)(P2)-Amman,Jordan (55171385) Released

Posting: Posting NC55171406 (55171406) Released

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