OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
Position Title : Deputy Programme Manager / Deputy Chief of Party Duty Station : Mogadishu, Somalia Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3 Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible Closing Date : January 21, 2016 Reference Code : VN2016/02(P)-EXT
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.
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of non- represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Botswana, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Czech Republic, Comoros, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Somalia, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Nairobi and direct supervision of the Programme Manager/Chief of Party (COP), the successful candidate will be responsible for providing the oversight and coordination of all aspects of the IOM field program in Somalia, funded by the Somalia Stabilization Initiative (SSI), including field level implementation of the ‘small grants facility’, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), data and database management, grant cycle management, Reporting and technical quality assurance, audit / compliance, field level representation and context analysis.
The SSI program in Somalia is primarily a community-based, small grants initiative implemented in close coordination with the donor, with communities in priority areas and with all levels of Government, particularly newly formed District Administrations and regional state institutions.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations and staff in Somalia for the SSI Program including the Field Coordination Officer; SSI field teams initially in Jubaland and South West State (as well as in Galmadug and Hiran States in subsequent phases); and IOM/SSI support office in Mogadishu.
- In close consultation with the field teams and field coordination officer, ensure strong coordination and communication with federal, sub-federal and local government counterparts as well as community groups involved in the implementation of small grants. Maintain a high level of quality and transparency in the development of grant ideas and their implementation at field level, including managerial oversight and quality assurance related to of contracted services and project oversight committees.
- Work closely with the field logistics, financial and procurement teams in the application of standard guidelines and procedures aimed at ensuring an appropriate, efficient and transparent use of funds, as well as compliance with OTI and IOM regulations, in coordination with the Program Manager/Chief of Party Grants Manager, Logistics and Procurement Officer, Compliance Officer and Resource Management Officer.
- Oversee contracted services related to the technical support and engineering to ensure quality assurance, particularly through the preparation, design and review all engineering drawings and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for the infrastructure projects. In addition, oversee the review of the technical capacity of the local implementers for infrastructure projects and provide recommendations and participate in the development of more rigorous technical assessment mechanisms.
- In coordination with Nairobi support office, contribute to the recruitment, hiring and training of field staff for SSI. Be proactive in identifying bottlenecks and problems in implementation procedures and suggest changes in implementation modalities to the Program Manager/Chief of Party to increase Program efficiency and to accommodate changes in the operating context.
- Contribute to the ongoing context analysis and review process to inform the strategic orientation of the OTI funded program and particularly to ensure IOM is capitalizing on emerging opportunities to promote stabilization in Somalia in line with the OTI objectives.
- Represent the TIS Program in various fora, and inter-agency and Inter-governmental gatherings convened to discuss coordinated responses to stabilization and governance initiatives in Somalia in coordination with the Project Manager/ Chief of Party.
- Serve as the principle link between the Program Manager / Chief of Party and IOM/SSI field teams and in this regard perform other such duties delegated by the Program Manager / Chief of Party.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
• Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; • Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; • Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; • Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; • Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; • Displays mastery of subject matter; • Contributes to a collegial team environment; • Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); • Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; • Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; • Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; • Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
Emergency and Crisis
• Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments; • Coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination structures; • Supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors; • Establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners; • Makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political or Social Science, 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 record of field-based project management experience in positions of increasing responsibility; • Thorough knowledge of United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programming and standard requirements, preferably with the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI); • Knowledge of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) protocols, and experience working in adverse security environments important; • International experience in managing staff from diverse environments and backgrounds; • Strong knowledge and cultural understanding of the region; must be conversant on regional politics.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Somali is an advantage.
Note:
- Appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by January 21, 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to:
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 07.01.2016 to 21.01.2016
Requisition: VN 2016/02 (P) - Deputy Programme Manager/Deputy Chief of Party (P3) - Mogadishu, Somalia (54725203) Released Posting: VN 2016/02 (P) - Deputy Programme Manager/Deputy Chief of Party (P3) - Mogadishu, Somalia (54725204) Released
