Sudan: Project Officer (Shelter and Non-Food Items)

Position Title : Project Officer (Shelter and Non-Food Items)

Duty Station : Khartoum, Sudan

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

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

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 30 May 2018

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 environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Congo, Cabo Verde, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

IOM implements a variety of programmes designed for specific sectors in the management of migration in Sudan. In its strategic direction to assist the population from the onset of emergency, establishing early warning mechanism to facilitate durable solutions, IOM is seeking a competent candidate to implement components related to and Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFIs).

Under the overall supervision of the IOM Sudan Chief of Mission (CoM), and the direct supervision of the Head of the Preparedness and Response Unit (PRU), the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the coordination and implementation of IOM programmes related to Shelter and Non-food Items (NFI) in Sudan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate overall shelter and NFI projects, monitoring consistency with IOM Sudan’s strategic objectives and approaches in close consultation with the Head of PRU.

2. Maintain contact and share information with the shelter sector and government and humanitarian stakeholders relevant to the implementation of shelter programmes.

3. Monitor the day-to-day implementation of project activities including compliance with the work plan, project documents, and IOM rules, regulations, policies and guidelines. Identify and document significant project events, decisions, problems or deviations.

4. In close coordination with the Finance and Procurement Unit, monitor and draft project and budget revisions, reallocations and expenditures. Regularly inspect the quality of NFIs and shelter kit materials to assure that they meet required specifications.

5. Provide information and input on emergency response actions and assist in developing transition from emergency response to longer-term shelter recovery programming in close consultation with PRU head and relevant focal agencies and government representatives for early recovery.

6. Work in close collaboration with the Project Development Officers and provide the necessary timely information for the development of donor reports and the drafting of project proposals. Assist in planning and organizing donor visits to implementation sites, follow up on administrative and logistical arrangements, and maintain contact with donors.

7. In close coordination with the Project Development Officers and Information Management Unit (IMU), assist in the preparation of fact sheets, press releases and other visibility materials that highlight project successes for wider internal and external audiences.

8. In close consultation with the Head of PRU and coordination with the Heads of Sub-Offices, implement sound monitoring and evaluation mechanisms in all areas of planning and intervention during shelter and NFI programming.

9. Contribute to the integration of priority cross-cutting issues in shelter and NFI needs assessment, response, planning and monitoring (e.g. age, diversity, environment, gender, HIV/AIDS and human rights).

10. Coordinate timely and effective distribution of assistance through evidence-based selection criteria and the relevant sector coordination mechanism that operates at the federal and the state level, while taking into account participatory community based approaches.

11. Supervise and provide technical and administrative support to field-based project staff in planning, implementing, monitoring and documenting activities (such as tracking delivery challenges, lessons learnt and best practices), and make recommendations for further capacity development.

12. Undertake regular field visits to monitor project activities and to provide information and support with respect to project management and internal procedures.

13. Perform such other duties as maybe assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Disaster Management, International Relations, Conflict Management, Human Rights, Law 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

• Operational field experience a must;

• Emergency experience preferred;

• Experience in project implementation and management, monitoring and reporting;

• Knowledge of the region is an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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.

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.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 30 May 2018 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 17.05.2018 to 30.05.2018

Requisition: VN 2018/123 (P) - Project Officer (Shelter&NFIs) (P2) - Khartoum, Sudan (55485302) Released

Posting: Posting NC55485324 (55485324) Released