OIM seeks to recruit a programme Officer (RRF) (P2) SVN 2018/319 (P) – Juba, 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
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 :
- Internal candidates ;
- 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, Suriname, Sao Tome and Principe, Eswatini, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa.
Context :
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Operations and the direct supervision of the Grants Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the content and processes of grants consistently meet project objectives and IOM standards.
Core Functions / Responsibilities :
- Check the overall quality of proposals submitted by partners, grants documentation and the timely entry of all relevant grant information into the programme Information Management System (IMS) ;
- Ensure accuracy, consistency and timeliness of data from implementing partners and entries in the Rapid Response Fund (RRF) IMS database ;
- Work with Programme Team to improve the quality of monitoring templates (ensuring that tools incorporate protection mainstreaming, technical elements included in the proposal) as well as reviewing Monitoring Reports created by the team ;
- Track the programme’s implementation processes, including following up financial and procurement documentation with appropriate Units in the Mission ;
- Produce reports and run queries on the database as requested by the Grants Manager propose revisions to reporting templates and refinements to existing mechanisms as required ;
- Together with the Grants Manager (RRF) ensure that partners fully understand all administrative requirements of the RRF Grants process, undertaking capacity building with those partners that may require it ;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience :
Education :
- Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Business Administration, Business Management 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 :
- Professional experience in community-based and/or small-grants programming, infrastructure works, procurement and civil-society strengthening ;
- Experience working with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programmes is required ;
- Experience in operational activities in a post-crisis or emergency area.
Languages :
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
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 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.
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 24 December 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 11.12.2018 to 24.12.2018
Requisition : SVN 2018/319 (P) – Programme Officer (RRF) (P2) – Juba, South Sudan (55753098)
Released :
Posting : Posting NC55753099 (55753099) Released