Monitoring and Evaluation Officer At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Duty Station: Banjul, Gambia

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P1

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 05 May 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:

Irregular migration along the Mediterranean routes is increasingly dangerous for migrants. Crossing the Mediterranean is by far the deadliest route, with recorded deaths of over 45,334 people since 2014 (IOM, 2021).

In addition, human trafficking and other exploitative practices along the route are heavily affecting migrants during their migratory journey along migratory routes.

To meet these challenges IOM, with support from the European Union (EU), has been implementing targeted interventions in 13 countries (Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal and The Gambia) to protect the security, dignity and rights of migrants along these important and dangerous migration routes and to help in improving the reintegration of returnees through an innovative approach.

This is achieved through different types of interventions including protection and assistance to vulnerable and stranded migrants, provision of direct assistance through search and rescue support, identification, referral and direct assistance to vulnerable migrants, assistance for voluntary return, support for sustainable reintegration in the communities of origin, the dissemination of accurate information on migration to migrants, potential migrants and communities, and the collection of data on migration flows.

The aim is to strengthen the technical and material capacities of authorities and organizations involved in these areas so that they can ultimately take over the policies and Programmes related to the protection and reintegration of migrants developed and/or strengthened in the Region, with a view to improving the governance of migration in the region.

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.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the direct supervision of the Program Support Officer and in close collaboration with the Programme Coordinators of the various thematic areas in the Mission and in coordination with the relevant regional M & E officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting aspects of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) & Reporting for IOM The Gambia, particularly in relation to the implementation of the on-going EU-IOM Joint Initiative for Migrant Reintegration and Protection. The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer is expected to carry out his/her duties in accordance with strict ethical standards and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural sensitivities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. In close coordination with Programme Coordinators of the various thematic areas, assist in the development of M&E tools and their adjustment to the needs and information requirements of the respective projects and the overall M&E system.
2. Assist in regularly collecting, maintaining, analyzing and reporting on log frame indicators, in line with M&E frameworks. Generate and extract updates for internal and external use.
3. Compile and conduct preliminary analysis of collected data required for the generation of statistical and analytical reports in line with the mission’s adherence to the data protection policy. Bring issues related to data integrity, quality and consistency to the attention of the supervisor.
4. Draft specific components for the preparation of tailored M&E information and knowledge products and participate in the dissemination of the same in coordination with the Communication and Awareness Raising Unit.
5. Assist in the development and implementation of external and internal evaluations.
6. Draft portions of interim and final reports to donors in adherence to project description, logframe and institutional reporting requirements of IOM and the donor.
7. Under the guidance of Programme Coordinators, participate in monitoring visits to field sites, and assist in identifying and tracking follow-up actions related to respective M&E Plans.
8. Provide technical information to project staff on M&E activities, such as on survey design, data collection and analysis.
9. Prepare preliminary evaluations on the mission’s internal capacity for M&E and support specific capacity enhancement modules.
10. Comply with and implement IOM’s Institutional Guidance on M&E.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Research Methods, Statistics, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication for Development, Social Science, or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or

• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Field experience in the Migration, Humanitarian or Development fields, focusing on project monitoring and evaluation;

• Experience in liaising with donors, governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and Non-Governmental Organization (NGOs); Experience in data collection (surveys in particular); drafting statistical & analytical reports;

• Experience in the development or review of log frames and reporting;

• Work experience in/familiarity with the West African region is an asset.

Skills

• Excellent reporting and writing skills in English;

• Demonstrated knowledge of development of data collection tools, their administration and evaluation techniques and practices;

• Excellent level of computer literacy, including database applications, statistical software such as PowerBi, R and SPSS;

• Knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by theOrganization;

• Knowledge and understanding of the migration issues in the region is an advantage.

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 and/or Spanish and/or local language 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.