Fresh Jobs at International Organization for Migration (IOM), 7th Nov.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) – Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Programme Officer (MM/MPA)

Location: Lagos
Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Context

• Irregular migration along the Central Mediterranean route is increasingly dangerous for migrants. Crossing the Mediterranean to Italy is by far the deadliest route, with 1 death recorded for 35 arrivals (IOM, 2016). In addition, over 70% of the migrants interviewed by IOM on their arrival in Italy report that they were victims of trafficking or other exploitative practices during their migratory journey along the routes of the Central Mediterranean.
• Specifically, the UK Government funded projects will aim at strengthening the technical and material capacities of the authorities and organizations involved in Nigeria to ensure sustainability of changes at policies and programmes levels for better protection and reintegration of returnees in the country.
• Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Project Manager (Migration Management (MM)) & Head of Sub-Office, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing all activities related to the UK Government funded projects focusing on the rehabilitation and reintegration of returned migrants to Nigeria, including victims of trafficking.
• To meet these challenges IOM, with support from the UK Government and the European Union (EU), has developed targeted interventions in Nigeria and transit countries to protect the security, dignity and rights of migrants along this important and dangerous migration route and to help in improving the reintegration of returnees through an innovative approach.
• This will be 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.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Manage the overall implementation of the UK Government funded projects in IOM Nigeria and overseeing its financial, administrative, and technical aspects, in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as donor requirements. Maintain coordination with appropriate IOM units, Regional Office (RO) in Dakar and the Headquarters (HQs).
• Lead the provision of capacity building technical assistance to state and non-state actors and ensure that programme activities are aligned to international best practices.
• Provide expert guidance and advice to programme staff on policies and procedures related to Migrant Protection and Assistance (MPA).
• Plan and implement Assistance to Vulnerable Migrants (AVM) strategies, including identification, referral, and assistance activities for vulnerable migrants, including victims of human trafficking and exploitation, victims of gender-based violence, and/or other survivors of violence, exploitation and abuse, in coordination with other colleagues and concerned protection actors.
• Monitor project progress, specifically aimed at increasing effectiveness and take appropriate action as required.
• Oversee management of Migrant Protection and Assistance (MPA) interventions in IOM Nigeria, in close coordination with the other protection and reintegration teams to ensure synergies and complementarities of support provided.
• Supervise all staff assigned to the project, as well as consultants recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with relevant Government entities, the donor, UN agencies, NGOs as well as the private sector, to enable the creation of public-private partnerships, technical working groups and a robust referral mechanism to promote the dignified, sustainable protection and reintegration of migrants.
• Support the expansion of IOM Nigeria’s Migrant Protection and Assistance portfolio, including providing strategic guidance and development of project proposals in close collaboration with the Protection and MHPSS Officers and the programme support unit.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly dashboards, interim reports, regular briefings, press releases, other reports and communications, and ensure alignment with donor requirements and IOM standards and procedures.
• Contribute to the development and guide the implementation of a Counter Trafficking (CT) strategy for IOM Nigeria, aligned with the overall strategy of the mission and the global standards of IOM’s work within the area of CT.
• Represent IOM at relevant seminars and meetings as well as other events.
• Undertake duty travel as required.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:

• Master’s degree in Development Studies, Migration Studies, Economics, Business Management, Political Science, International Relations, International Law 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.

• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area of migrant protection and assistance at both policy and programmatic level;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Ability to guide and supervise staff and coordinate administrative matters;
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
• Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International NGOs);
• Demonstrated experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities, as well as the private sector;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong strategic and creative thinking;
• Previous work in protection, including counter-trafficking, preferable;
• Experience in project management and monitoring and evaluation an asset;
• Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines;

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies
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.

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.
• 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.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Project Officer (Capacity Building and Camp Management)

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Context
North-East Nigeria has witnessed an increase in violence since the beginning of 2015, causing a major humanitarian crisis. As a consequence, almost 2 million individuals are currently displaced, with the highest number of displacements taking place in Borno, Yobe, Gombe and Adamawa States. Almost 40% of the displaced population are living in overpopulated IDP sites and are in desperate need of basic humanitarian assistance including Shelter, Food and non-Food Items, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services and facilities. In light of the emerging crisis, IOM scaled up its Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) activities and is currently providing camp management support in more than 120 sites in almost all accessible areas in Borno state, in addition to some areas in Adamawa.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office/Emergency Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the Project Officer (Camp and Displacement Management), the successful candidate will contribute to the strengthening of the IOM camp management programme in North East Nigeria through: a) the direct supervision, training and mentoring of field camp management staff; and b) organizing technical trainings and workshops to enhance the capacity of local counterparts in Maiduguri and deep field locations.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Conduct, in close collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMA) and relevant government authorities, learning assessments of government authorities and partners at national and state levels.
• Liaise with national and state authorities, programme partners, civil society, the international community and donors to develop, a capacity-building strategy as well as the corresponding emergency-related training programmes and materials on disaster and displacement management, aid and site maintenance.
• Plan and coordinate the delivery of workshops and trainings.
• Provide advice and technical assistance on different aspects of the training programme to the government’s counterparts and cluster/sector partners.
• Plan and organize the staff development and trainings for the IOM emergency related programmes.
• Gather, assess and compile training materials and facilitate the regular exchange of information within and between all authorities involved in emergency preparedness and response.
• Supervise IOM camp management field teams daily and support them to better coordinate the delivery of multi-sectoral services leading to improved living standards in the camps.
• Represent the IOM camp management programme in CCCM Sector working group (SWG), Community Engagement SWGs, technical working groups as well as other coordination mechanisms as required; liaise with Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) and other teams within IOM to ensure consistent messaging and representation
• Strengthen capacity of camp committees whose members are representatives of the camp population, with a specific technical or cross-cutting sector focus and cutting across agencies: Protection, Shelter, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), etc. and encouraging that representation considers persons with special needs – the elderly, youth, people with disability, etc.
• Contribute to development of the capacity of camp leaders, committee members and interest groups through training, focus group discussions, peer sessions and dialogue sessions to better self-identify gaps, needs and assistance regarding humanitarian services.
• Contribute to ensuring that camp management two-way feedback procedures and complaints mechanisms are in place, and forums are developed for the camp population to contribute and be listened to.
• Identify and make recommendations to ensure gaps in assistance to beneficiaries are filled, and guide field teams to avoid duplication of activities by conducting regular and systematic monitoring of service delivery in the camps, drawing the attention of stakeholders and partners to overarching needs.
• Provide information and guidance in identification and formalization of roles and responsibilities between agencies providing services in the camps as a crucial function to addressing gaps and helping to avoid misunderstandings.
• Guide field teams in establishing and maintaining up to date camp population databases that reflect births, deaths, arrivals, departures and other fluctuations in the population.
• Produce regular reports on the implementation of IOM camp management activities; reporting on constraints and advising on future programs’ developments.
• Undertake duty travel to ensure the smooth implementation of all the tasks mentioned above.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:

• Master’s degree in International Affairs, Development 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 a Camp Coordination and Camp Management related field, particularly Emergency Response and Disaster Management; preferably in the African region;
• Possession of Camp Coordination and Camp Management Training of Trainers (ToT) certification will be highly advantageous as well as Camp Management capacity building experience;
• Extensive field experience in Operations, programme development, implementation and Evaluation, preferably in natural disaster or post conflict situations;
• Experience in post-conflict/emergency zones and in working in a high-risk environment, project management and administrative and financial management (previous experience with IOM an advantage);
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities and local communities, as well as national, and international institutions Preferably within the United Nationals Common System and the International Humanitarian Field;
• Strong organizational and editorial skills;
• Ability to timely understand the Organization’s structure and portfolios;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds;
• Proven ability to produce quality work accurately and concisely according to set deadlines;
• Practical experience of how to multi-task, prioritize and work independently.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies
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.

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.
• 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.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Deadline: 8th November, 2018.

Note

• In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system