Programme Support and Monitoring Officer (Transition & Recovery) at International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Programme Support and Monitoring Officer (Transition & Recovery)

Duty Station: Ma’rib, 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: 08 June 2022

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; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Madagascar; 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 Programmes Coordinator (Transition and Recovery (T&R)) in Aden and the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub-Office in Marib, the successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of support in, project implementation, and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Reporting activities for the T&R programme of IOM Yemen Country Office (CO).

The Programme Support & Monitoring Officer (T&R) will be responsible and accountable for conducting, coordinating, and supporting the T&R related assessments information management, M&E and reporting activities in Yemen. They are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with strictest ethical standards and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural sensitivities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. As part of T&R, conduct preliminary contextual assessments/ Community needs assessment to assess the operating context, existing community needs and support program design and development.
2. Contribute to the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools and processes in coordination with relevant departments for T&R programming in Yemen CO, including monitoring of implementing partners. Evaluate programme implementation modalities, assist in achieving maximum efficiency in programme delivery, measure and report results to senior programme staff and counterparts, and provide technical inputs to assist in informing programme strategy on a continual (rolling) basis.
3. Develop and update regular statistical and analytical reports as required, situation reports, bulletins as well as IOM factsheets, amongst others.
4. Assist in recruiting and training of staff including data enumerators to conduct needs assessments or other relevant assessments in areas of department programming. Coordinate and monitor the deployment and training of staff and implementing partners in data collection processes, as well as preparing and consolidating progress reports, amongst others.
5. As needed, coordinate and liaise with relevant authorities, relevant cluster lead agencies, as well as other involved partners in relation to T&R programming in order to share necessary related data for information, analysis, and to strengthen relationships among partners.
6. Contribute to the design of and incorporate gender analysis into transition and recovery products and activities; work with experts to assist in adequately addressing gender issues.
7. Facilitate the logical and efficient planning of data processes, including adequate collection practices, analysis and sharing, with a particular focus on data protection. When necessary, adapt methodologies to account for changes in the environment.
8. Undertake duty travel relating to project/programme assessment, liaison with counterparts to ensure smooth implementation; Support the Programme/ Implementing Partners field monitoring visits; in a timely manner attending to any operational challenges that may arise and as appropriate, and provide updates to inform project/programme development, as required.
9. Support the development of programmes based on solid results frameworks.
10. Provide general administrative and technical support in preparation and organization of conferences, meetings, and trainings and other events, communication and liaison with donors, counterparts, and the relevant Yemeni authorities.
11. Contribute to the Knowledge Management of the T&R projects, as well as others relevantT&R sub units as when needed.
12. As required, support the T&R team in assisting the evaluation process including ToRs, inception reports, final reports and management response matrix.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs, Development Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, Public Policy 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

• Substantial experience in project implementation, management and reporting, with experience in the field of research, analyses, monitoring and evaluation;
• Proven experience with logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches, M&E methods and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory), planning and implementation of M&E systems, facilitating learning-oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders, information/data analysis and report writing;
• Experience of using online data collection/ data analysis software’s, like power bi- survey monkey, Kobo tool box etc;
• Experience in humanitarian programmes for migrants and capacity-building activities;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;
• Previous experience working in an international organization is essential;
• Previous experience with and knowledge of emergency and transitional programmes funding mechanisms is essential; knowledge of other countries’ funding mechanisms is an asset;
• Previous work on or in Yemen is essential;
• Relevant experience in international conflict and post conflict emergency environment and community development, with a focus on participatory processes and joint management.

Skills

• Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the sub-region and related issues;
• Knowledge of the Yemen context is essential;
• Excellent reporting and writing skills;• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.

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 French/Spanish 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. 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.