Programme Officer (Cash Based Interventions (CBI))

International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Programme Officer (Cash Based Interventions (CBI))

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: 09 June 2022

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; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

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 Transition and Recovery Division (TRD) 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 Head, TRD in Baghdad, the direct supervision of the Senior Operations Coordinator (Return & Recovery) in Erbil and in coordination with relevant units in IOM Iraq, the successful candidate will have the overall responsibility for the development and maintenance of IOM Iraq’s cash-based assistance systems and portfolio.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

  1. Advise the technical units, Regional Coordinators and divisions on integrating CBIs into operational plans and strategies to efficiently meet programme objectives, liaising with technical sectors.
  2. Establish and maintain a network of strategic partnerships (e.g. Government agencies, UNpartners, INGOs, research institutions, private sector entities) to ensure complementarity in the assessment, design and implementation of CBIs. Use this information to help select and design optimal solutions for IOM Case Based Interventions.
  3. Overall day to day oversight and management of all cash and voucher transfers planned under IOM operations in Iraq, including facilitating implementation and monitoring of CBI based programmes at the Area/Sub-Office level.
  4. Liaise closely with other IOM division at the Country office (CO) level who have direct responsibilities for elements of the operational management of CBI delivery to beneficiary level e.g. logistics, Finance, Procurement and IT. Advise supervisor of any bottlenecks that may impede the timely delivery of CBI to beneficiaries and take action to resolve problems.
  5. Facilitate and support communication and discussions, and ensure an adequate level of coordination, between relevant IOM CO divisions, and financial service providers, who may be contractually engaged for the management and delivery of CBIs to beneficiaries, and review any contractual arrangements made.
  6. Liaise closely with relevant government authorities, UN agencies and NGOs engaged in CBI activities, keeping them fully informed of the status of IOM activities in this regard. Participate in national level dialogue and technical coordination forums with donors and other stakeholders on cash, vouchers and other CBIs.
  7. Periodically review the appropriateness for CBI responses in accordance with the current concept of operations for IOM CBI, specifically for transition and recovery activities. Choices of transfer modality for any intervention, including business support packages, training allowances, student transportation, etc. need to be fully justified on the basis of overall cost-effectiveness.
  8. Draw up plans for timely delivery of CBIs in coordination with government, NGO and UNpartners, donors, and commercially contracted companies, and monitor their implementation.
  9. Closely coordinate with the M&E section within the Unit and the M&E Unit of the CO, to ensure that relevant output and outcome indicators for CBI are systematically being collected and analysed in a manner that will help the CO determine efficiency and effectiveness of CBI delivery as well as the appropriateness of the transfer modality choice. Undertake visits to view project sites and meet beneficiaries in order to ensure that progress is made in the achievement of project objectives.
  10. Advise IOM CO, Area/Sub-Offices and IOM partners on risk management for CBI based programme implementation.
  11. Ensure, in coordination with other operational IOM units, adherence of Government, NGO, and commercial partners to all operational and reporting obligations as stipulated in any Letters of Agreement or contracts and that reports required for IOM are accurate and provided as scheduled.
  12. Prepare periodic and ad hoc reports on IOM’s CBI based activities in Iraq, including proposals for operational improvements and potential scope for IOM’s CBI programming.
  13. Ensure compliance with IOM’s policies and procedures for CBI based programming.
  14. Supervise other programme staff involved in the planning and management of CBI transfers and provide training and technical guidance in their work.
  15. Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

  • Master’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, 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.

Experience

  • Work experience in the Middle East and Northern Africa region advantageous;
  • Experience working in the field, with at least three years of international experience in programming in Cash Based Interventions;
  • Experience with sectoral CBIs (shelter, health, nutrition, food security, WASH, livelihoods, education, etc.);
  • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs and building effective partnerships with private sector.

Skills

  • Knowledge and understanding of key developments and actors within the humanitarian area;
  • Excellent knowledge of CBIs in humanitarian emergencies and/or early recovery contexts, throughout the project cycle;
  • Proven ability to supervise, train and direct staff and operations in transitional contexts.

Languages

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

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic 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 three 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.

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.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 09 June 2022 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:

From 27.05.2022 to 09.06.2022

No Fees:

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

Requisition: SVN 2022 159 Programme Officer (Cash Based Interventions (CBI)) (P3) Erbil, Iraq (57593552) Released

Posting: Posting NC57593553 (57593553) Released


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