Senior Field and Programmes Coordinator At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Senior Field and Programmes Coordinator

Duty Station: Aden, Yemen

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P4

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 23 April 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:

Internal candidates
External female candidates:
Candidate from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Curaçao; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Hol See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Samoa; 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 of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Yemen and the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM) the successful candidate will oversee and support the Humanitarian Program Coordinators and the Engineering Support Unit in their activities throughout the country.

The Senior Field and Programmes Coordinator will work in close collaboration and in liaison with the humanitarian and recovery agencies and the government authorities, as well as other actors across areas of operation to ensure effective and transparent coordination. The successful candidate also provides expert advice and support in monitoring, analysis and reporting of humanitarian situations on a regular basis.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Coordinate and manage the IOM Yemen Humanitarian Programme Coordinators and the Engineering Support Unit, provide mentorship, advice and support as required.
Design and ensure the execution of the overall emergency programme strategy for IOM in the country, including overseeing the preparation and submission of project proposals and budgets.
Oversee the overall implementation of the emergency programming to guarantee that scope, budget, time and quality are in accordance to the different projects specifications, donor requirements and IOM rules and regulations. Ensure an appropriate and timely resource mobilization for the successful implementation of the emergency portfolio.
Proactively identify programme development opportunities, new funding sources, new thematic areas of technical intervention and establish strategic partnerships that would promote the expansion of the IOM’s emergency portfolio at the country and regional level. Liaise effectively with donors at local and regional level and secure adequate funding to sustain programming.
Lead the development and implementation of sub office area of operations’ specific strategies in line with the overall IOM Yemen mission strategy. Do this through the contextual analysis of areas where IOM plans to operate a sub office, assessing potential opportunities and risks.
Actively liaise with the relevant clusters, other relevant agencies, government authorities /entities and any other relevant stakeholder to ensure that IOM emergency programming is coordinated to avoid duplication, violation of national regulations or contravention of operational agreements set by the humanitarian community at the country level.
Advise and support the DCoM, Programme Coordinators and Field Coordinators to establish and maintain strategic working relationships with relevant authorities to ensure continued access and continuity of programmes at the field level.
Working with senior management, the Resource Management Unit, and relevant Unit heads to harmonize IOM sub office procedures to ensure compliance with IOM’s administrative rules and guidelines, increase transparency and efficiency and coordinate necessary trainings..
In coordination with Programme Coordinators and IOM Senior Management, undertake field visits to ensure the quality and coherence of IOM programming across sectors and locations, make recommendations and take action for programme adjustments based on the localized context.
In coordination with Programme Coordinators and the Programme Development and Programme Support (PDPS) unit, provide expert advice and support in the development of new proposals and ensure that robust monitoring, evaluation and reporting mechanisms are in place.
Ensure appropriate sub office resources and staff are in place to maintain IOM operations/commitments and deputize the Field Coordinators during periods of extended leave.
Ensure cross-cutting issues are integrated in the SHELTER/Non-food items (NFI)/ Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) programming such as Gender-based violence (GBV), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) and other protection related mainstreaming.
Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Economics, International Relations, Political Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or
University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Progressively responsible professional experience in experience in the field of humanitarian/recovery affairs, knowledge on global policies and guidelines related to humanitarian/recovery affairs and humanitarian reform;
Experience in SNFI, CCCM, Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) and/or DisplacementTracking Matrix (DTM), at a technical and managerial levels in emergency and conflict environments;
Experience working in implementation and delivery of humanitarian/recovery projects at the field level is a must;
Experience working and delivering in complex and hardship settings that requires soundjudgment, and operational flexibility;
Previous experience in a similar capacity with humanitarian agencies, in particular the UN, preferred; and,
Experience in WASH, SNFI and CCCM areas desirable.

Skills

Proven high-level representation skills, such as speaking at meetings and providing situational analysis;
Proven capacity to work effectively in teams;
Works effectively with donors, local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives;
Excellent Monitoring and Evaluation Skills; Managerial Skills; Organizational Skills; Accuracy;
Ability to work with minimal supervision;
Excellent managerial skills applied in emergency settings; organizational skills; accuracy; ability to work with minimal supervision; monitoring and evaluation skills;
Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; and,
Works effectively with donors, local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries and community to advance country office objectives.

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 3

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 3

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.