IOM seeks to recruit a project officer (Community Stabilization) (P2) SVN 2019/56 (P) – Tripoli, Libya

IOM seeks to recruit a project officer (Community Stabilization) (P2) SVN 2019/56 (P) – Tripoli, Libya

 

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 : 28 February 2019

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IOM :

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, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Palau, Paraguay, Solomon Islands, Seychelles, Suriname, Sao Tome and Principe, Eswatini, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa.

Context :

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and 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 Libya’s community stabilization program includes multiple projects with objectives to promote community collaboration, self-reliance and social cohesion by engaging various groups in activities promoting shared benefits and peaceful coexistence. The program receives multi-donor funding and supports a wide range of small-scale interventions, including rehabilitation of basic infrastructure, basic service restoration, support to livelihood development, civil society capacity building, civil society activities, socio-cultural activities, and support to local governance structures.

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Community Stabilization (CS) Program Manager, the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for the coordination and implementation of projects and initiatives related to the peace consolidation, stabilization, reintegration of internally displaced persons (IDPs), capacity building and overall economic development in Libya, as well as assisting in project development to further expand the community stabilization program. The portfolio will include direct project management and implementation support to all projects in the CS portfolio.

Core Functions / Responsibilities :

Project management :

1. Develop detailed project implementation plans for projects or project components, indicating key actions, milestones and deadlines to ensure that projects’ goals are achieved, and services are delivered to beneficiaries ;
2. Coordinate the implementation of project activities including financial, administrative, and technical backstopping in line with IOM policies and practices, and donor requirements ;
3. Oversee the contracting of services and grants under the CS program ;
4. Coordinate activities with external project stakeholders such as local government counterparts, community representatives, partner agencies, implementing partners, donors and civil society as required, to ensure effective implementation of projects ;
5. Help identify operational challenges, risks and viable solutions considering the remote implementation of the project and the volatile security situation in Libya ;
6. Support the CS Program Manager in the supervision of and guidance to project staff and consultants in Tunis and in the field.

Monitoring and reporting :

7. Monitor project implementation progress against project scope, schedule and budget on a regular basis, to document and evaluate results, increase effectiveness and recommend appropriate action.
8. Provide regular project progress updates, with key results and challenges to CS Program Manager, and the Chief of Mission on the status of project and project components, identifying areas for improvement and recommending improvements ;
9. Draft regular and timely internal and external reports, with adherence to project proposals, signed agreements and institutional reporting requirements of IOM and the donors, to provide an objective overview of program implementation, and staffing and financial issues ;
10. Draft and prepare presentations, talking points and briefings on project activities ;
11. Support the organization’s overall knowledge management through collecting and encouraging good practices and lessons learned, contributing to a collection of replicable good practices for CS programming.

Project development and donor liaison :

12. Assist the CS Program Manager in the development of IOM’s CS strategy and programming in Libya through the development of concept notes and project proposals, in consultation with the Regional Office, HQ, the host government and other relevant actors ;
13. Represent the CS Program and its projects towards donors, Government, and other relevant stakeholders ;
14. Engage donors as required on project design, scope, schedule, budget, financing and contractual arrangements ;
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience :

Education :

• Master’s degree in Development Studies, Political Science, International Relations 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, including building civil society coalitions, brokering technical cooperation and partnerships, and organizing training workshops and events ;
• An existing network and credibility within (global) civil society networks, ideally working on open government issues ;

• Proven track record on transparency, accountability, citizen engagement and/or government responsiveness ;

• Experience on public service delivery is highly desirable as is familiarity with technology for transparency initiatives ;
• Track record working in multi-stakeholder environments or experience in working with governments desirable.

Languages :

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic and/or French is an advantage.

Note

With possible relocation to Tunis, Tunisia depending on the security situation in Libya.

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 ;
• 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 ;

• 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.

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 28 February 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement ;
• For further information, please refer to : here
• 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 15.02.2019 to 28.02.2019

Requisition : SVN2019/56(P)-ProjectOfficer(CommunityStabilization)(P2)-Tripoli,Libya (55833625)

Released

Posting : Posting NC55833626 (55833626) Released

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