SVN 2018/254 (P) - Programme Coordinator (Return and Recovery) (2 Positions) (P3) - Erbil, Iraq

Position Title Programme Coordinator (Return and Recovery) (2 Positions) Duty Station : Erbil, Iraq

Classification :Professional Staff, Grade P3

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

Closing Date : 30 October 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, Cook Islands, Cuba, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Grenada, Guyana, Iceland, Kiribati, Comoros, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Saint Lucia, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Palau, Paraguay, Solomon Islands, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, Sao Tome and Principe,

Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Following the end of hostilities against ISIS, the return of millions of Iraqis is threatened by the lack of livelihoods, widespread destruction and the presence of uncleared debris, heavy damage to critical public infrastructure and destroyed shelter. The situation is further complicated by a fluid and complex security environment.

The Return and Recovery Unit (RRU) within IOM Iraq works to remove the initial obstacles to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) return in Iraq’s post-conflict areas and lay the foundation for longer-term recovery, economic development and reconstruction in general. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Baghdad, the direct supervision of the Head, RRU and in coordination with relevant units in IOM Iraq, the successful candidate will have the overall responsibility for the management and implementation of RRU’s activities in Ninewa and Dohuk Governorates.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Ensure proper planning and timely implementation of all activities within the area of Page 1 / 4responsibility, including planning, implementation, follow-up and troubleshooting. 2. Include community-based approaches in all phases of activities.

3. Utilize monitoring mechanisms to assess the impact and coverage of activities and the progress made against implementation plans and internal Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) indicators in return areas.

4. Represent RRU at regional-level coordination forums related to the area of responsibility, creating partnerships with key organizations, agencies and governmental partners to ensure good coordination, information sharing, joint-planning and government involvement. 5. Supervise all staff and contractors within the area of responsibility, including both field and management positions.

6. Implement activities according to agreed methodologies in close coordination with the technical staff.

7. Ensure information sharing, coordination and communication within the team and with other teams and management.

8. Establish clear demarcation of RRU’s technical, operational and project-support functions to ensure that all programmatic components within the area of responsibility work as a cohesive unit.

9. Provide strategic orientation to the work of RRU in the area of responsibility and ensure response to unfolding return and recovery trends, integrating new approaches and procedures as required.

10. Where possible, lead the establishment of new IOM field operations. 11. Where possible and in close coordination with management, liaise with donors in order to show progress of activities, gaps, lessons learned etc.

12. Work closely with other teams / management to provide timely reporting, information, audio/visual media, etc., related to project activities.

13. Prepare project development proposals and donor mapping frameworks. 14. In coordination with relevant units and in line with the regulations and policy of IOM, ensure proper adherence to human resource, procurement, finance and all other policies of IOM for projects implemented in the area of responsibility.

15. Undertake duty travel as required, for project site review and other duties of concern to the projects.

16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Humanitarian Affairs, International Relations, Development Studies, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. Page 2 / 4Experience

• Experience (including field experience) in managing construction and rehabilitation projects, and/or recovery interventions in post-conflict or post-disaster context; • Experience in managing several types of community-based projects;

• Experience in interventions aimed at supporting area-based community recovery; • Experience in liaising with government authorities, other national/international technical counterparts and NGOs, and building effective partnerships;

• Proven ability to supervise, coach, and direct staff and manage operations in transitional contexts;

• Previous working experience in Iraq or the Middle East and Northern Africa region is advantageous;

• Willing to travel within the country as required.

Languages

Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Note

This vacancy is for 2 Positions which will cover the following areas North East (covering Kirkuk, Diyala, Suly and Erbil) and North West (covering Ninewa and Dohuk).

Desirable Competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

•Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

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 action 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

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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 30 October 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 17.10.2018 to 30.10.2018

Requisition: SVN2018/254(P)-ProgrammeCoordinator(Return&Recovery)(2Positions)(P3)-Erbil,Iraq (55690651) Released

Posting: Posting NC55690656 (55690656) Released

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