Programme Support Officer (MEAL/FCU) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Programme Support Officer (MEAL/FCU)

Duty Station: Aden, Yemen

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: 09 September 2021

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; Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; 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:

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission, the direct supervision of the Senior Field Coordinator in Aden, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the provision of a functional Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) system for the mission programmes.

In particular, Programme Support Officer (MEAL/FCU) will be responsible and accountable for coordinating field MEAL of programmes, consolidating and helping to build information management systems, and helping to build and disseminating evidence of programme achievements across the units. S/he is expected to carry out his/ her duties in accordance with strictest ethical standards and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural sensitivities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. In coordination with the Programmes Coordinator (PSU), assist in building a comprehensive MEAL strategy and framework to support the strengthening, integration and mainstreaming of regular monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning practices.
2. Contribute to the development of information management tools, with the technical support of the Information Management and Technology Unit if needed, to track programme objectives, outputs and indicators as per the project documents and logframes. Ensure accuracy and consistency of the updated data with the project commitments.
3. Review programme implementation modalities, assist in guaranteeing efficiency in programme delivery, measure and report results to Programme Managers and Senior Field Coordinator, and provide technical inputs to assist in informing programme strategy on a continual (rolling) basis.
4. Contribute to the design of monitoring methodology and tools as well as provide guidance to field staff on their implementation. Define the sources of data, frequency of collection and focal points within the team. Support programmes´ monitoring, evaluation and learning processes and provide field surge capacity support when necessary.
5. In coordination with PSU and the third-party monitoring (when applicable), assist to operationalize project evaluations and baselines at field level or remotely.
6. Facilitate efficient planning of data processes, including adequate collection practices, analysis and sharing, with a particular focus on data protection.
7. Be a focal point for third-party monitoring and evaluation entities with respect to deployment, methodology and expected outcomes.
8. As needed, coordinate and liaise with relevant authorities, relevant cluster lead agencies as well as other involved partners, in order to share necessary related data for information, monitoring and analysis, and to help strengthen relationships among partners.
9. Provide support in training programme staff and partners on monitoring and the operational aspects of data collection, management and analysis.
10. Conduct, when security allows, project site visits in order to monitor the status of implementation and facilitate quality programming.
11. In close collaboration with programme managers and the Senior Field Coordinator, provide technical inputs to support the acceptance and mainstreaming of a culture of M&E and Lessons Learning across programmes, including contributing to the development of tools for tracking the implementation of Management Responses to recommendations.
12. Participate in internal workshops/webinars, working groups and/or task forces to share findings of evaluations, and action potential recommendations and lessons learned as instructed.
13. Participate in humanitarian platforms and other relevant events in the country/region, representing programmes as appropriate, and sharing lessons and good practices information with other stakeholders.
14. In close collaboration with other units and in coordination with the Programme Support Unit, draft regular statistical and analytical reports, situation reports, bulletins as well as IOM factsheets, amongst others.
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Development, International Relations, Statistics, Community Development/Participation, Information Management, Monitoring and Evaluation 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 in designing monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning systems, tools and process in humanitarian contexts;

• Solid track record in developing and implementing strategic MEAL tools and frameworks for humanitarian programming;

• Experience in designing workshops and MEAL-related visibility products;

• Experience in humanitarian programmes in crisis where internal displacement is predominant;

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, clusters and other humanitarian stakeholders;

• Previous experience working in an international organization; and,

• Previous work on or in Yemen or in other conflict emergencies.

Skills

• Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the region;

• Knowledge of the Yemen context and/or complex crisis in the region is desirable;

• Hands-on skills in MEAL in complex crises;

• Knowledge in software analytics;

• Excellent reporting and writing skills; and

• Proficiency in information management and quantitative skills.

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 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 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 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.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.