Programme Officer (Livelihoods and Social Stability) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Programme Officer (Livelihoods and Social Stability)

Duty Station: Beirut, Lebanon

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 10 May 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.

Context:

For the past three years, Lebanon has endured a complex economic and financial crisis. The situation has been compounded by the continued impact of the Syrian refugee crisis, the economic impact of COVID-19, the Beirut Port explosions, and the war in Ukraine. The crisis has triggered a significant rise in poverty. Population groups that were already vulnerable before the crisis have been disproportionately affected.

In line with the priorities set out in the Lebanon Crisis Response Plan (LCRP) and other UN response frameworks, IOM implements programmes to support people’s livelihoods and promote economic recovery and social stability in communities across Lebanon.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office in Lebanon and direct supervision of the Head of Programmes, and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) at the Regional Office (RO) for the Middle East and North Africa in Egypt and relevant Divisions/Departments /Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Programme Officer will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing livelihoods and social stability programming in Lebanon.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the effective development and implementation of livelihood and social stability, manage the administrative and operational components, and backstop financial and budgetary aspects for relevant projects.
2. Provide operational management, guidance, and technical supervision to national and international staff, assisting on programmatic strategy and implementation, including where to focus programme resources and operational challenges as they arise.
3. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with central and local government authorities, international organizations, and other stakeholders to coordinate and facilitate programme implementation, maximize performance, promote new activities, and raise funds for new projects.
4. Support IOM’s active participation in relevant sectors and other coordination and technical working groups established under the Lebanese Crisis Response Plan (LCRP), the Emergency Response Plan (ERP), the Reform, Recovery and Reconstruction (3RF) Framework, and UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework as well as other forums, to facilitate proper coordination of livelihood and social stability activities.
5. Pro-actively seek opportunities for new funding from government and non-government donors. Take part in meetings with donor counterparts to discuss programme and project possibilities, coordinate and promote new activities and support fund raising for new projects. Coordinate the development of new projects, in coordination with the Programme Support Unit (PSU).
6. Monitor progress against strategic objectives, programme benchmarks, and provide advice with respect to improvements and corrections; oversee the establishment of a common Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework that incorporates regular reporting requirements and evaluation strategies, in close coordination with M&E.
7. Ensure timely and quality preparation and submission of all programme reports, in close coordination with the Programme Support Unit (PSU) and ensure that the objectives set in programme documents and budgets, M&E frameworks and work plans are compliant with IOM’s organizational policies and donor’s contractual requirements, interests, and expectations.
8. Oversee the production of visibility/communications materials in close coordination with Public Information Officer/Focal Point of the CO.
9. Supervise and provide technical support to all relevant Programme staff. Mentor and support staff, conduct relevant training and ensure the capacity building of Programme staff.
10. Undertake travel duties nationally or internationally, as required, including regular visits to field-offices, to coordinate, develop and/or support programme implementation.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in programme conceptualisation, development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
• Experience in implementing livelihood programming, such as income generating activities, vocational training and education, and decent and safe job creation;
• Experience in social stability programming, such as support to public service delivery and dialogue and participation activities with the community and local authorities;
• Experience in programme development and capacity-building activities;
• International experience working in a multilateral system, preferably UN context, along with familiarity with the UN system, its agencies, funds and programmes;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;
• Familiarity with financial and business administration;
• Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues as well as humanitarian debates in the country and in the region;
• Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders;
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

Skills

• Knowledge of technical and soft business and accounting skills
• Knowledge of community dialogue, conflict prevention, and dispute resolution techniques;• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities;
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and information management skills;
• Detailed knowledge of the UN System, NGOs and other international organizations/institutions;
• Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
• Strong conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,

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 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 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 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 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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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.