Camp Coordination & Camp Management (CCCM) Officer

Position Title: Camp Coordination & Camp Management (CCCM)) Officer

Duty Station: Mekele, Ethiopia

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, nine months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 05 July 2023

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.

Context:

The Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) Programme sub-unit is integral to IOM Ethiopia’s emergency and post-crisis programme implemented with funding from various international donors. CCCM activities include support to authorities in the Coordination of protection and assistance of displacement-affected persons (including through Information Management), support to communities to participate and self-govern, and capacity building of relevant stakeholders. It also includes Site planning and Development activities, including site upgrades and maintenance, fire safety, accessibility, etc.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Suboffice and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager (Camp Management & Camp Coordination (CCCM)) in Addis Ababa, the

Camp Coordination & Camp Management (CCCM)) Officer will assist with promoting adequate and community owned-delivery of services in sites/locations hosting Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), under the Mekelle sub-office. Through monitoring and regular field visits, they will assist the concerned programme unit with the below responsibilities

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Facilitate the establishment/maintenance of an effective coordination system of service provision at site level, across IOM CCCM Mekelle Area of Responsibility (AoR) sites.
2. Coordinate and help design required assessments at site/relevant geographic level, aimed at collecting information on services available, population needs and composition.
3. In close coordination with Country Office CCCM Information Management, maintain theMekelle AoR CCCM information management systems, observing sector guidelines including sex- and age-disaggregation requirements. Share information with all relevant stakeholders, in a manner that upholds the principle of data protection and confidentiality.
4. Facilitate accountability to and participation of affected populations across intervention locations, by helping to coordinate CCCM’s Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (CFM) system, training for community leaders, etc., with particular emphasis on meaningful inclusion of women, children, elderly and persons with specific needs into decision-making processes.
5. Ensure that the displaced are aware of the assistance and services available in the site and how to access them.
6. Provide information and guidance with respect to the clarification of roles and responsibilities among stakeholders in the camps, and support capacity building activities including in-person trainings, on-the-job coaching, etc.
7. Monitor and coordinate with CCCM Site Planning & Development team on maintenance of site infrastructure and support the mobilization of site residents with a focus on accessibility, sustainability and community/local government ownership.
8. Support CCCM procurement processes by liaising with procurement staff at sub and head office levels, providing inputs for Procurement Planning, monitoring open procurements through financial monitoring, and ensuring correct supporting documentation from the Programme side.
9. Maintain appropriate links with national/local authorities, state institutions, civil society and other relevant stakeholders, including effective coordination and information exchange with them.
10. Assist with the development of IOM camp management standard operating procedures as well as other strategic documents.
11. Provide technical inputs for resource mobilization efforts as well as for meeting donor reporting requirements.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration 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 with international organizations, in development, implementation and evaluation, and/or programme implementation and management;
• Experience in Camp Coordination and Camp Management, relocation, cash for work, ES/NFI, and project management;
• Familiarity with different project cycle steps and donor relations;
• Experience in return and reintegration of vulnerable persons;
• Experience working with a number of staff and multi-component programmes;
• Experience working in hardship stations;
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office package (Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), internet and Email.

Skills

• Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office package (Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), internet and Email;
• In depth knowledge of Camp Coordination and Camp Management guidance and tools,
• Knowledge of working with Implementing Partners.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of either Amharic or Tigrinya is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

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 actions 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

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.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.