SVN 2018/145 (P) - Programme Officer (Transition and Recovery) (P2) - Abyei, Sudan/South Sudan

Position Title Programme Officer (Transition and Recovery)

Duty Station : Abyei, Sudan/South Sudan

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 : 24 June 2018

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, Congo, Cabo Verde, Czech Republic,

Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Guyana,

Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands,

Mauritania, 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:

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Operations and under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator for Transition and Recovery Unit (TRU), the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for providing support and contributing to the implementation, monitoring, and development of community stabilization and recovery programs including the Abyei Rehabilitation Initiative (ARI).

This programme which is financed by the United States Agency for International Development, will promote peace and stability initiatives in the volatile Abyei Area through the improvement of services, rehabilitation of infrastructures, creation of vocational and business training opportunities, administration of small business grants programming, organization of conflict mitigation initiatives, and support peaceful coexistence while building confidence in local institutions and governing bodies.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Maintain liaison with the project/programme partners, such as governmental authorities, national and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs), inter-agency working groups and other concerned parties to enable the effective implementation and visibility of ongoing and new projects/programmes.

Page 1 / 42. Set up an intensive vocational training programme and on the job training activities with registered counterparts primarily targeting youth and vulnerable populations. 3. Organize small business start-up training sessions and administer small business grants to qualified recipients.

promotion of conducive environments for dialogue and conflict resolution.

5. Ensure that project/programme implementation adopts a resilience perspective; ensure that implementation is guided by ‘Do No Harm’ principles.

to affected populations and other relevant project/programme methodology.

7. Provide support as needed for all project/programme implementation in the area of responsibility; organize and oversee community participation in specific aspects related to project implementation.

8. Monitor the progress of the implementation against set project/programme objectives, identify and flag operational constraints and emerging risks in the implementation; in coordination with the Programme Manager, carry out mitigation measures and corrective actions; support evaluation of project impact and effectiveness, if required; facilitate donor visits to project sites. 9. Prepare regular project/programme reports in a timely manner.

10. Monitor and evaluate specific aspects of project/programme in line with donor specifications; ensure compliance of the implementation with IOM and donor-specific rules and regulations. 11. Report on noteworthy incidences (i.e. a cattle raids, clashes, population movement and displacement, etc.) as well as monitor how local and national conflict dynamics may affect the following:

• opportunities to promote connection and cohesion and lessen division and grievance; • the ability of the project to achieve its expected results;

• reach to intended beneficiaries, both individuals and organizations/institutions; • facilitation of partner staff access and security in the area;

• monitoring and project/programme oversight.

12. Identify and document significant project/programme events, decisions, problems, or deviations and present regular reports to the Programme Manager.

13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development 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

Page 2 / 4• Field experience in project implementation in post conflict or transitional situations; • Project implementation and supervision experience at the field level required; • Experience in coordinating with other programme units and establishing and maintaining effective working relations with beneficiary communities, government counterparts, UN agencies and non-governmental organizations;

• Experience working with National NGO partners to build their capacity to influence the development of civil society in South Sudan;

• Prior experience in transition, stabilization and recovery programming;

• Previous related experience in South Sudan field operations is an advantage; • Knowledge and experience of UNDSS procedures is an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage. Note

The benefits and entitlements will follow the applicable ICSC classification. 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.

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. Page 3 / 4How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 24 June 2018 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 11.06.2018 to 24.06.2018

Requisition: SVN2018/145(P)-ProgrammeOfficer(Transition&Recovery)(P2)-Abyei,Sudan/South Sudan (55525533) Released

Posting: Posting NC55525558 (55525558) Released

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