Position Title: Programme Development Officer
Duty Station: San Jose, Costa Rica
Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 03 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:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer (PSU), the Programme Development Officer will be responsible for providing technical support for the development, implementation and reporting of IOM Costa Rica programs, projects, and initiatives, including facilitating adequate funding for a variety of projects.
The Programme Development Officer will also contribute to refining and developing key tools to support the monitoring and implementation of the overall programme strategy in close coordination with the IOM Chief of Mission.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Research opportunities for project development and synergies with partners within the country and make recommendations accordingly.
- Provide technical inputs to support the development of thematic papers on key areas to be shared with partners.
- Contribute technical inputs to support the development of a funding proposal related to the Strategy.
- Assist with the development of the Annual report based on the Strategy based on collected and compiling information.
- Contribute to the development of project proposals and budgets in line with IOM Costa Rica country strategy and donor requirements. Liaise with program staff to facilitate the incorporation of trends, lessons learned, etc.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with local grantees, local government authorities, local contractors, UN Agencies, and international Non-Governmental Organisation (NGOs), donors, and other key stakeholders to facilitate the smooth implementation and development of new projects related to IOM Costa Rica Programs.
- Support the inclusion of concept notes, proposals, and budgets into the PRIMA system.
- Review and coordinate the submission of situation reports, interim and final reports according to IOM requirements to donors.
- Support the coordination mechanisms related to the Global Compact for Migration and the UN Migration Network.
- Collect overall program information for IOM Costa Rica Chief of Mission and program coordinator. Propose recommendations to strengthen program activity implementation.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Master’s degree in International Law, Human Rights, International Relations, Management, Development Studies, Planning, Business Administration 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
- Experience in projects related to community stabilization;
- Specific work experience with multi donor portfolio is indispensable;
- Previous experience in humanitarian assistance and community-based programming desirable, particularly in the areas of emergency assistance to migrants, infrastructure works, procurement and civil-society strengthening or monitoring and Evaluation;
- Experience in developing and maintaining budgetary disciplines across a wide range of grant activities;
- Experience working with staff from diverse environments and backgrounds;
- Experience in graphic design, Excel Power Point, or other software to generate sophisticated reporting;
- Experience in Costa Rica and Central America and the Caribbean an advantage;
- Significant reporting experience required, preferably with Microsoft Access.
Skills
- Good knowledge and cultural understanding of the region and conversant on regional politics;
- Excellent communication and writing skills with the ability to analyses complex problems and identify and convey clear, rapid solutions;
- Effective resource management skills;
- Familiarity with political analysis in complex crisis settings;
- Strong general analytical skills.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English and Spanish is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French 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.