Programme Development Officer

Position Title : Programme Development Officer
Duty Station : San Jose, Costa Rica
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 : 08 April 2024

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 work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
   Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer, the Programme Development Officer will be responsible for providing technical support for the development, planning, and reporting of IOM Costa Rica programs, projects, and initiatives, including to help mobilize adequate funding for a variety of projects.

The Programme Development Officer will also contribute to refining and developing key tools to support the monitoring and implementation of the overall country office strategy in close coordination with the IOM Chief of Mission, Programme Support Officer and Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Research opportunities for project development and synergies with partners within the country and make recommendations accordingly.
2. Provide inputs to support the development of thematic papers on key areas to be shared with partners.
3. Contribute technical inputs to support the development of a funding proposal related to the Country Office Strategy.
4. Assist with the development of the Annual report based on the Strategy based on collected and compiling information, in close coordination with the Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator.
5. Provide technical, administrative and/or process related support for institutional reporting, in close coordination with the M&E Coordinator.
6. Contribute to the development of project proposals and budgets in line with IOM Costa Rica country strategy, IOM project handbook and donor requirements. Liaise with program staff to facilitate the incorporation of trends, lessons learned, etc.
7. Maintain collaborative relationships with relevant stakeholders, including UN Agencies and international NGOs, donors, and other key stakeholders to facilitate the smooth development and activation of new projects related to IOM Costa Rica Programs.
8. Support the inclusion of concept notes, proposals, and budgets into the PRIMA system and facilitate relevant training for PMs and IOM staff on PRIMA, in close coordination with M&E Coordinator.
9. Track and follow up on the endorsement of all concept notes and proposals in accordance with IOM project handbook and donor requirements.
10. Review and coordinate the submission of situation reports, interim and final reports according to IOM reporting guidance and requirements to donors.
11. Support the coordination mechanisms related to the Global Compact for Migration and the UN Migration Network.
12. Collect overall program funding and donor-relevant information for IOM Costa Rica Chief of Mission and Program Coordinator. Propose recommendations to strengthen program development and resource mobilization.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Law, Human Rights, International Relations, Management, Development Studies, Planning, Business 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 in project development, monitoring, reporting and/or interagency coordination.
• Specific work experience with various donors and funding sources.
• Previous experience in migration and/or the United Nations System is desirable.
• Experience in developing budgets and workplans.
• Experience working with staff from diverse environments and backgrounds.
• Experience in editing, Excel, Power Point, or other software to generate sophisticated reporting.
• Experience in Costa Rica and Central America and the Caribbean an advantage.
• Significant reporting experience required.

Skills

• Strong knowledge and cultural understanding of the region and conversant on national politics.
• Excellent communication and writing skills with the ability to analyse complex problems and identify and convey clear ideas.
• Effective project development skills.
• Familiarity with migration and community-based programming.
• Strong general analytical skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English and Spanish is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, and Russian) 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.

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 background verification 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.