Project Officer (Shelter and Settlement (S&S))

Position Title : Project Officer (Shelter and Settlement (S&S))

Duty Station : Chisinau, Moldova, Republic of

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 : 17 October 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.

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; Saint Lucia; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second-tier candidates include:

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

Context:

Following the launch of military operations across Ukrainian territory on 24 February 2022, substantive flows and displacements across Ukraine and toward neighboring countries have been reported countries in the following days. As response to the Ukrainian crisis, IOM Chisinau has increased operational activities which requires additional administrative staff.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes and direct supervision of the Programme Manager Shelter Settlement/ Cash-Based Interventions (CBI), the Project Officer (Shelter and Settlement (S&S)) will be responsible for the implementation of IOM Shelter/Non-Food Items (S/NFI) programme activities and initiatives, including administrative works and field operations, and the coordination and reporting of the IOM Moldova Housing/CBI Projects.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. In close coordination with the Programme Manager, supervise the relevant team in the conduct of comprehensive sectoral (NFI, Rental Market, contingency needs, Mid- and long-term housing) needs assessments while liaising with other relevant sectors such as protection, CBI, Food, etc. Engage with relevant stakeholders to help ensure that the beneficiary selection process prioritizes the shelter needs of the most vulnerable forcibly displaced and their hosting communities are addressed.
2. Provide technical and process related inputs to help strengthen and document shelter strategies; periodically review them to check that evolving situations are reflected and that they align with national and global level policies and guidelines, taking into consideration area-based multi-sectoral approaches, age and gender, culture, climate, environmental protection, and the availability of local resources, including materials, capacities, and existing infrastructure.
3. Monitor the work of implementing partners and provide guidance and training as required.
4. Facilitate the planning, development, supervision, and implementation of all shelter and NFI activities of the programme in both refugee accommodation centers (RACs) and host communities and check the quality of deliverables as needed.
5. Draft regular progress reports, weekly Sitrep, Monthly reports, and 5W Matrix and provide specific technical inputs to support the preparation of external reports, technical guidance notes, presentations, and brochures; icompile beneficiary lists in locations, and monitor staff/volunteer activities to enable the implementation of the programme as planned. Ensure that all data and information is archived and shared appropriately in line with IOM data protection policies.
6. Assist in building the capacity of the project Assistants to ensure efficient and timely implementation of the project activities and objectives. Draft and maintain an activity work plan for the unit.
7. Monitor the data collection related to beneficiaries, IOM selection of households and ensure adequate information sharing internally and externally.
8. Act as a technical focal person for the partnership with Habitat for Humanity for housing ecosystem assessments, ensuring the provision of documentation related to processes and tools used in the assessment, and update the Programme Manager in a timely manner.
9. Monitor the implementation of the social housing innovation project, and document the steps and project progress.
10. Undertake field visits and liaise with counterparts as per programme requirements.
11. Compile and draft shelter programme beneficiaries’ stories and other periodic reporting, and ensure the unit’s shared folder is kept up to date.
12. Facilitate the integration of cross-cutting issues in the programme such as Housing, Land and Property (HLP), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Environment and other cross cutting issues of relevance.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering 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 liaising with other national/international institutions, the UN, and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
• Relevant professional experience in shelter/ site planning operations in an emergency context is required.
• Experience working in international organizations, the humanitarian community and familiarity with the humanitarian reform and cluster approach.
• Experience in project management, coordination and/or implementation.
• Experience in drafting donor proposals, technical requirements, and documents, and compiling diverse datasets.
• Working experience in the region is an asset.
• Management experience in conflict or post-conflict contexts is desirable.

Skills

• Proven sense of detail and accuracy in all matters.
• Reliable, able to work under pressure, good organizational skills, and drive for results.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Ukrainian 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

1 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.p df

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.