Project Manager (PSEA Risk Management)

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  • Maputo, Mozambique
  • TBD USD / Year
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Position Title: Project Manager (PSEA Risk Management)

Duty Station: Maputo, Mozambique

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 17 February 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; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; 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:

Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) by aid workers is a violation of human rights and IOM is committed to combat any kind of SEA by its staff related personnel and partners.

IOM’s zero tolerance policy not only applies to IOM staff but also extends to IOM third party contracted staff, suppliers, service providers and implementing partners. With over 16,000 staff and over 6,000 related personnel, operating in 450 Offices, and 165 countries throughout the world, the impact of SEA on victims and within IOM’s operating environments, and the reputational risk it poses for the Organization needs to be addressed and remains a key priority.

The protection against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), including the prevention of and response to SEA, continues to gain momentum not only within the United Nations (UN) and Interagency Standing Committee (IASC) common systems but also amongst governments, institutional partners, media and the general public.

Over the past decade, IOM has increasingly been seen as a strong player supporting the prevention and response to SEA and Sexual Harassment within the UN, IASC, and amongst the humanitarian community. While significant progress has been made to prevent and respond to SEA within the Organization such as through the development of innovative PSEA trainings, the development of a misconduct platform to report SEA, and extensive interagency collaboration on PSEA, more needs to be done within country and at the programmatic level and the PSEA Officer will support these efforts.

In 2021, IOM developed its strategic approach toward the prevention of and response to and sexual harassment focusing on five priority areas: 1) Leadership and Organizational Culture; 2) Institutional Accountability and Transparency; 3) Capacity-Development, Training, and Communication; 4) Quality and Accessible Victim Assistance; 5) Partnership and Coordination.

Under the direct supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission in Maputo and in close coordination with the Head of Head of Programmes and Operations in Maputo as well as the Head of Programmes in Manila, the incumbent will work closely with PSEA actors in Mozambique and the Philippines and technical experts and managers based in IOM Regional Offices and HQ, the incumbent will be responsible for managing the project “Risk Management: Sustainable Models and Best Practices for Effective PSEA Response in Mozambique and Philippines”. The Project Manager will manage, implement, and monitor PSEA activities.

The Project Manager will be expected to support the implementation of the project in Mozambique and Philippines.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

General project responsibilities:

  1. Plan and manage the overall project’s implementation with a focus on Risk Management and PSEA in a timely manner, backstopping its financial, administrative and technical aspects, in line with IOM’s policies and procedures, as well as donor requirements.

  2. Lead on the development of common PSEA risk management approaches and solutions, ensuring strong partnerships with UN agencies, NGO partners, government authorities, communities, and other key stakeholders are in place; ensure appropriate linkages with other programming.

  3. Ensure monitoring of project progress, specifically aimed at increasing effectiveness, and take appropriate action.

  4. Develop and maintain implementation strategies, work and expenditure plans to ensure timely implementation and achievements of programme outputs and objectives.

  5. Supervise all staff assigned to the project, as well as consultants recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities.

  6. Monitor project implementation and prepare progress and other reports and ensure proper information exchange on all operational aspects of the project between IOM, the donor and other stakeholders.

  7. Ensure in the documentation and evaluation of processes and lessons learned from the field, as well as develop and coordinate appropriate communication and guidance throughout the project.

  8. As a result of SEA risks identified and PSEA collective needs, develop proposals to support government and community needs, in line with donors’ priorities and IOM’s mandate and strategy; actively support fundraising efforts.

  9. Support PSEA mainstreaming during planning, policy development and programming, through the sector and interagency coordination structures.

  10. Represent IOM and other stakeholders at relevant seminars and meetings, as well as other events aimed at promoting IOM’s image and activities on PSEA.

  11. Undertake verification and monitoring site visits and duty travel as required relating to project coordination, liaison with counterparts, problem solving, and adaptation of activities to the different operational contexts as required.

  12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Psychology, Social Sciences, Development Studies and Planning 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

• Professional experience in the fields of sexual exploitation and abuse, protection,gender-based violence, accountability to affected populations (AAP), and/or humanitarian affairs;

• Experience undertaking PSEA risk assessments, in coordination with communities, partners, and UN and other key stakeholders;

• Strong coordination experience within the UN system and amongst interagency partners, including governments, NGOs, and communities, particularly on PSEA;

• Demonstrated ability to work across a wide variety of sectors/teams on cross-cutting themes;

• Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external partners;

• Experience in policy and proposal development and the creation of standard operating procedures and tools; and,

• Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and coordination with a variety of stakeholders.

Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of IOM’s institutional approach on PSEA and related strategies, policies, rules and regulations

• Knowledge of the UN system and architecture;

• In depth knowledge of mainstreaming best practices and partnership models to ensure coordination of the same across a diversified range of actors; and,

• Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary.

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 Portuguese 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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 17 February 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 04.02.2022 to 17.02.2022

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: VN 2022 21 Project Manager (PSEA Risk Management) (P3) Maputo, Mozambique

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Posting: Posting NC57391543 (57391543) Released


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