Duty Station: Pretoria, South Africa
Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, nine months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 14 October 2021
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
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Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros;Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; 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:
Under the overall guidance of the Regional Director for Southern Africa and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator of the Africa Regional Migration Program (ARMP), the technical guidance of the Regional Project Development Officer (RPDO) at the IOM Regional Office (RO) in Pretoria, and in coordination with IOM Washington’s Global Knowledge Management team, the successful candidate will be responsible for reporting on the ARMP, support the development of the ARMP’s annual project proposal package, as well as assist in the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools, and provide technical assistance to other IOM ongoing projects under RO Pretoria.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- In close coordination with ARMP Coordinator and the ARMP sub-regional program managers based in IOM Special Liaison Office (SLO) in Addis Ababa, RO Cairo, RO Dakar and RO Pretoria, assist in drafting interim and final project reports for the donor and RO Pretoria based on program objectives, work plans, and timelines in accordance with the project document and project agreements with the donor.
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Check and conduct quality assurance regarding interim and final reports and that reports submitted are aligned to donor standards and requirements as well as the IOM project handbook and writing style manual.
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Provide guidance on and monitor donor reporting in ARMP beneficiary countries in close coordination with the ARMP sub-regional program managers with special reference to the IOM and PRM reporting guidelines.
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Assist in the development and design of new projects/programs in close coordination with the relevant IOM thematic specialists and ARMP geographical units, government authorities, international and regional institutions, and partner organizations in public and/or private sectors.
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Based on national and regional needs, research and propose the matching of IOM-relevant project opportunities with donor priorities, in close coordination with the Regional Liaison and Policy Officer (RLPO) and the Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS), with inputs from IOM country offices implementing the ARMP.
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Support the reporting processes in Southern African countries where IOM does not have a project development /reporting capacity.
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Assist in the development and implementation of ARMP monitoring and evaluation tools and frameworks.
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Contribute and support the enhancement of effective IOM RO Pretoria and ARMP knowledge management, including project and information tracking in coordination with the regional monitoring and evaluation officer (ROMEO), the ARMP monitoring and evaluation officer (MEO), and the IOM Washington’s knowledge management team.
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Support all aspects of new IOM RO Pretoria and southern Africa country specific projects as well as backstop the implementation of ongoing activities, including through the emphasis of synergies and cooperation.
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Undertake duty travel as required.
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Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law 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 the field of migration issues including operational and field experience, project development, and management;
• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to project reporting;
• Knowledge or experience of regional migration issues an advantage;
• Experience liaising with governmental authorities, other national/ international institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs);
• Experience producing publications, reports and other documents.
Skills
• Excellent drafting and editing skills;
• Good understanding of regional migration trends and dynamics;
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
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 Portuguese 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 and who do not have prior experience outside the duty station’s country as staff member in the Professional category 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.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.