Programme Manager (Shelter/Non Food Item (NFI)) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Programme Manager (Shelter/Non Food Item (NFI))

Duty Station: Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 02 July 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:

Following the escalation of violence in Rakhine State, Myanmar in 2017, more than half a million

Rohingya refugees crossed the border and sought shelter in Teknaf and Ukhiya sub-districts of Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. Cox’s Bazar is ranked amongst the poorest districts of Bangladesh. Currently almost 1 million Rohingyas live in 33 congested camps in Cox’s Bazar. IOM has been providing critical assistance since 2017 to both Rohingyas and host communities.

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM) and the direct supervision of the Head of Humanitarian Assistance and Operations, with guidance from the Deputy Chief of Mission in Cox’s Bazar, the Programme Manager will be responsible for the operational and budgetary management and technical supervision of the Shelter/Non-Food Item (NFI) programme of IOM in Bangladesh. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, implementation and coordination of the frontline response, pipeline and Shelter/NFI programme management, reporting and monitoring of teams in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for planning, developing and monitoring the effective implementation of IOM Bangladesh’s Shelter/NFI operations and ensure IOM’s project implementation is in line with the sector policies and strategic.
2. Responsible for all Shelter/NFI project spending and ensuring that all project activities are aligned to donor commitments and as per the financial regulations of IOM.
3. Keep updated with policies, strategies related to Shelter/NFI programming in humanitarian context and ensure integrated Shelter/NFI programming.
4. Responsible for new project development, as well as engagement with affected community,local government and other humanitarian and developments actors to define and pilot alternative solutions for displaced populations.
5. Participate and represent IOM in Shelter/NFI/SMSD Sector forums such as general coordination meetings, Strategic Advisory Group and other ad hoc technical meetings.
6. Plan, supervise and coordinate implementation of all Shelter/NFI activities including Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) in Cox’s Bazar in collaboration with relevant IOM units and field staff, to ensure effective and timely implementation in accordance with IOM and sector standards and guidelines.
7. Coordinate the overall delivery of the works, taking responsibility for overall process and useof resources and initiating corrective process where necessary.
8. Ensure quality of deliverables and services in compliance to minimum standards where applicable.
9. Contribute to the integration crosscutting issue such as gender, accountability to affected people, environment and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) in the programme/project. Ensure these are properly reflected in the IOM Shelter/NFI responses.
10. Responsible for all Shelter/NFI programme/project reporting and providing regular input to the reporting unit for donor updates, donor reports newsletters, etc. as needed.
11. Coordinate with Human Resources Unit on recruitment and training. Supervise programme staff through the different phases of the programme cycle.
12. Coach, support and oversee the performance of the field staff assigned activities related to Shelter/NFI programmes.
13. Ensure appropriate coordination with all humanitarian partners as well as with local authorities in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.
14. Undertake duty travel as required, for project site review and other duties of concern to the project activities .
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in civil engineering, architecture 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 working with the United Nations (UN) or International organization orNon-Government Organization (NGO); and,
• Experience in international humanitarian responses, specifically field experience in Shelter/NFI programme management is required; Emergency experience and previous project implementation and solid and effective management experience including project monitoring and reporting in IOM are an advantage.

Skills

• Knowledge in IOM Shelter and NFI portfolio, technical guidelines, minimum standards, policies and coordination architecture;
• Knowledge of UN system and donor programming environment;
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationship with stakeholders including government partners and colleagues from other agencies and sectors;
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage large number of staff;
• Excellent knowledge of the IOM project management cycle will be treated as advantage;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills;
• Strong strategic analysis capacity, writing skills, organizational and planning skills; and,
• Knowledge of the region and country is desirable; Solid computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office package (office, excel, PowerPoint, outlook) and other commonly used software.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Bangla 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 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.