Project Officer (Transition and Recovery)

Position Title: Project Officer (Transition and Recovery)

Duty Station: Bentiu, South Sudan

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 03 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; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

IOM in South Sudan Country Office (CO) has a broad range of programming centred around three broad areas: humanitarian coordination and support, humanitarian response and resilience, and peacebuilding, transition, and development. Humanitarian coordination and support include leading/co-leading the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) and Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI) Clusters, Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and management of WASH and Shelter and NFI core-pipelines, humanitarian hubs, and standard transport services. Humanitarian response and resilience include CCCM, WASH, Shelter & NFI, health, protection, gender equality and inclusion, mental health and psychosocial support, and the management of a Rapid Response Fund. Under peacebuilding, transition, and development, South Sudan CO implements programming on housing, land and property issues, transition and recovery, transhumance conflict prevention, community-based violence reduction, community development, and migration management.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Program

Coordinator (Reconciliation, Stabilization and Resilience Trust Fund (RSRTF), the Project Officer (Transition and Recovery (T&R)) will be responsible and accountable for supporting and coordinating the implementation of Transition & Recovery (T&R) programme activities of South Sudan CO.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate the implementation of project activities required for the successful completion of Transition & Recovery (T&R) Programmes, following closely the donor(s) requirements and the guidance of the Program Coordinator (RSRTF). Inform the Program Coordinator of any deviations from project work plans and budgets or delays.
2. On close coordination with Program Support Unit (PSU), draft technical components for concept notes, proposals, work plans and budgets for IOM interventions in the areas of livelihoods, community stabilization, resilience-building and social cohesion.
3. Monitor project budgets, expenditures and burn rates according to internal and donor requirements.
4. Plan and oversee community engagement processes; recommend the establishment of criteria and mechanisms for beneficiary selection; facilitate adherence with principles of conflict sensitivity and accountability to affected populations across all Transition & Recovery (T&R) activities.
5. Undertake regular on-site monitoring and field travel to evaluate programme performance, including monitoring the project activities of Implementing Partners.
6. Follow up on the schedule with contractors and Implementing Partners, verify results and deliverables, and prepare completion certificates. Follow up with the administrative units of the CO regarding close-out procedures and final payments to contractors and Implementing Partners.
7. In close collaboration with the CO’s Logistics and Common Services, coordinate the release and delivery of required materials and items to the respective sites in a timely manner.
8. Liaise with counterparts and Implementing Partners, draft and produce progress and other reports and ensure proper information exchange on all operational aspects of the programmes between IOM, the programmes’ donors and other stakeholders.
9. Track and follow up on required staff movement permits and authorizations and inform the Program Coordinator (RSRTF) of any delays.
10. Collect and collate information and documentation for the development of project proposals and contribute to context analyses. Contribute to contingency planning for possible responses. if required.
11. Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees, and technical working groups, as well as other forums, to facilitate proper coordination and presentation of CO’s Transition and Recovery programme activities.
12. Assess training needs and contribute to the capacity building of the programme staff of the CO.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, Human Rights, International Relations, Law, Mathematics, 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

• Proven experience in designing and implementation of assessments, field-based research and analysis, protection monitoring, programmatic impact monitoring;
• Experience in research and assessments on post-conflict and peacebuilding;
• Experience of peacebuilding programming are desirable;
• Experience in South Sudan or in other conflict and post-conflict contexts in Africa is an asset;
• Experience in post-conflict environments is an asset;
• Experience mandates and programmes in the recovery response, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), post-conflict environment, triple nexus, and development; and,
• Experience in the application of Gender awareness and sensitivity in the programming.

Skills

• Good analytical, communication, writing, reporting, and presentation skills;
• Substantial knowledge of non-profit work including data collection and data analysis in post-conflict settings;
• Knowledge of peacebuilding and recovery Principles, international standards, and Frameworks;
• Knowledge of UN, IOM, and Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) mandates and programmes in the recovery response, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), post-conflict environment, triple nexus and development;
• Good coordination and computer literacy skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from diverse cultures and professional backgrounds; and,
• Demonstrated organizational skills; ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced and detail-oriented team environment.

Languages

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

For this position, 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 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.