Country: Sudan
Closing date: 03 Jul 2016
Position Title : Project Officer (Shelter and Food Items)
Duty Station : Khartoum, Sudan
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 03 July 2016
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and 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 tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech
Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa
Context:
Sudan grapples with various migration crises that are diverse in type and high in criticality, ranging from continued insecurity in different pockets of the country, protracted displacement as a result of both conflict and natural disasters, a growing influx of South Sudanese, and its geographical location along the Eastern Migratory Corridor of Horn of Africa. To assist Sudan in its management of such migration crises, IOM implements a variety of programmes designed for specific sectors. 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 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 food Items (NFI) in Sudan.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Coordinate overall shelter and NFI projects, monitoring consistency with IOM Sudans strategic objectives and approaches in close consultation with the head of PRU.
Maintain contact and share information with the shelter sector and government and humanitarian stakeholders relevant to the implementation of shelter programmes.
Monitor the 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.
In close coordination with the Finance and Procurement Unit, monitor and draft project and budget revisions, reallocations and expenditures.
Provide information and input on emergency response actions and assist in developing transition from emergency response to term shelter recovery programming in close consultation with PRU head and relevant focal agencies and government representatives for early recovery.
Work in close collaboration with the Project Development Unit (PD) 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.
In close coordination with the Project Development Unit (PD) 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.
In close consultation with the Head of PRU and coordination with the Heads of Offices, implement sound monitoring and evaluation mechanisms in all areas of planning and intervention during shelter and NFI programming.
Contribute to the integration of priority cutting issues in shelter and NFI needs assessment, response, planning and monitoring (e.g. age, diversity, environment, gender, HIV/AIDS and human rights).
Coordinate timely and effective distribution of assistance through 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.
Supervise and provide technical and administrative support to 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.
Undertake regular field visits to monitor project activities and to provide information and support with respect to project management and internal procedures.
Perform such other duties as maybe assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Masters 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.
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.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM Recruitment system, by 03 July 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to:
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 recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 20.06.2016 to 03.07.2016
Requisition: SVN 2016/72 (P) - Project Officer (SheFood Items) (P2) - Khartoum,Sudan
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