Programme Support Officer (Transition and Recovery)

Position Title: Programme Support Officer (Transition and Recovery)

Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine

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: 30 May 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:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (TRD), the Programme Support Officer (Transition and Recovery) will support the oversight and coordination of the mission’s Transition and Recovery Unit (TRU), focused on the unit’s project development, reporting, information management, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL), and similar activities.

The TRU is comprised of three programmes: (a) Community Participation and Cohesion, (b) Peace, Security and Human Rights, and (c) Veterans’ Reintegration. The thematic areas of work encompass community stabilization, durable solutions, early recovery, violence prevention, peacebuilding, reintegration of ex-combatants, inclusion of displaced populations in democratic processes, reparations, and transitional justice.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Draft and consolidate regular analytical, strategic and thematic reports, press releases, and documents on transition and recovery approaches and priorities, for internal use and external distribution to donors, government, partners and other counterparts.
2. Consolidate and analyze data on programmes, projects and activities, for the timely preparation, review, and submission of all project reports to donors, in line with specific IOM and donor requirements.
3. Draft periodic updates, programme summaries, data dashboards, compilations of lessons learned and good practices, and other relevant information materials and statistics according to specific project needs.
4. Facilitate quality and timely contributions to the mission’s information management (IM) mechanisms, set up ad hoc IM processes as needed, and coordinate the inputs from TRU’s programme leads.
5. Collaborate with MEAL and IM staff in the Programme Support Unit for quality and timely MEAL and IM processes, and provide recommendations for technical capacity building and guidance for transition- and recovery-specific modalities.
6. Provide technical inputs for the preparation of concept notes and proposals in line with strategic, resource mobilization, and operational priorities and needs, and coordinated with relevant programme leads and units.
7. Contribute to liaising with the donor institutions and organizations, other IOM Missions, Regional Offices, and Headquarters through exchange of information on project development, implementation, and reporting.
8. Support the development and update of donor profiles and priorities related to transition and recovery, research, and recommend funding opportunities.
9. Provide technical support in analyzing and compiling transition- and recovery-related trends and issues with a view to identify strategic, programmatic and programme-specific opportunities.
10. Undertake site visits and duty travel as required to meet with beneficiaries, partners, and/or donors; to monitor project progress; and/or to support staff working on relevant topics.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, International Relations, Peace and Conflict Studies, Economics, 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

• Experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning, and information management;
• Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, InternationalOrganizations, and International NGOs);
• Experience in a crisis context and emergency operation is an advantage;
• Knowledge and experience of community stabilization, durable solutions, early recovery, violence prevention, peacebuilding, reintegration of ex-combatants, inclusion of displaced populations in democratic processes, reparations, and transitional justice programming will be considered a strong asset.

Skills

• Excellent, proven record of English writing, especially of project documents, reports, and proposals;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong strategic, critical, and creative thinking;
• Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Office365 (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.);
• Practical knowledge of applying conflict sensitivity principles and approaches;
• Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Ability to supervise, train, and direct staff in a complex conflict context; and
• Ability to work effectively within a team to obtain shared objectives.

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 Ukrainian and/or 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.

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.