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.
OM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of non- represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favourably considered: Antigua and Barbu da, Bahamas, Bel ize, 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 Applicatio ns from qual ified fema le candida tes are especially encourage d.
Context
Under the direct supervision of the Department of Operations and Emergencies Coordinator (IOM Somalia) and the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the Programme Manager will assume a principle managerial oversight role of IOM Somalia's DDR programme, with a particular focus on the reception, rehabilitation and reintegration of disengaging combatants from Al Shabaab through transiting centres supported by IOM in Kismayo and Baidoa.
The successful candidate will demonstrate high level technical expertise and experience in DDR programming. S/he will also need to demonstrate leadership qualities, within IOM internally and amongst other programme stakeholders. S/he will have direct experience in one or more of the key related areas of stabilization, transitional justice, community-led recovery and conflict mitigation in highly complex conflict-affected environments.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
Programme Design and Management
- Establish and maintain the administrative, financial, procurement, monitoring and evaluation and management systems to ensure the timely and effective implementation of the DDR unit's programmes.
- Develop a comprehensive DDR strategy for the unit that combines IOM's support for the ‘National Programme for the Treatment and Handling of Disengaging Combatants and Youth at Risk in Somalia' with field level implementation at the transiting centres for disengaging combatants in Kismayo and Baidoa. This includes commissioning and developing and contracting research for the DDR programme as required.
- Oversee the management of IOM activities at the two transiting centres, Kismayo and Baidoa (and others as may be required in the future). In the case of Kismayo, this includes all activities related to the establishment of a new centre, drawing on best practices and lessons learned from the existing transiting centre in Baidoa.
- Oversee the selection, hiring and capacity building of all international and/or national staff hired for the programme as well as directly supervise the DDR Policy Programme Manager and DDR field officer.
- Manage budget provisions and monitor all programme expenditures with regard to IOM's support to the national Programme.
- Undertake regular on-site program monitoring and field travel to the extent that security conditions allow.
Planning and Policy
- Lead IOM efforts to support and to promote the Federal Government of Somalia's implementation of the National Programme for the Treatment and Handling of Disengaging Combatants and Youth at Risk in Somalia', specifically through the promotion of policies in support of promoting human rights standards and norms, traditional dispute resolution, and viable, harmonised reinsertion and reintegration initiatives.
- Work in close coordination with the Project Development Unit (PDU), Chief of Mission and DOE Coordinator to plan and develop new DDR projects, based on the unit strategy and engage members of the donor community to solicit support for further developing the programme.
Partner Engagement
- Identify, evaluate and, as appropriate, establish cooperation with institutions that can undertake activities on behalf of and in partnership with IOM.
- Oversee implementation of activities at the national level designed to build the capacity of relevant Ministries of the Federal Government of Somalia to implement the National Programme.
Strategic Advice
- Make recommendations to further enhance the objectives of the DDR programming in discussions with international and national counterparts including donors, and seek programmatic partnerships and synergies when appropriate
- Develop and implement a strategy for managing the institutional, security, political, financial and programmatic risks related to the DDR programme, including the development of milestones, targets and standard operating procedures.
- Regularly assess, formulate and present concise political, security and programmatic analysis of the country context and the impact of IOM engagement.
Reporting and Coordination
- On behalf of IOM, represent the DDR unit externally to all relevant state and non-state institutions, bilaterally and through the various coordination fora, including, the Ministry of Information and Communication, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Interior and National Security, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Human Development and Public Services, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), AMISOM, local authorities and donor representatives. In particular, represent IOM at the Peace and Security Goal 2 Working Group and DDR coordination group.
- Establish modalities for internal coordination with the Reintegration / Youth at risk Programme manager and Stabilization Programme Manager, particularly through the establishment and leadership of a DDR steering committee within the IOM Somalia mission. Given the high level of crossover between the focus of IOM Somalia's Department of Operations and Emergencies and the Department of Migration Management, within the mission, the steering committee will provide a key forum for strategic planning, coordination and the establishment of programme synergies.
- Provide timely updates on programme issues, including regular risk analysis and recommendations for operational improvements, to the COM / IOM management, as well as regular, timely reporting and presentations for donors. Provide any other supplementary written materials (e.g., 'think pieces', promotional materials etc, as required.
- Based on a detailed understanding of UNDSS security requirements and the complex situations of restricted access, monitor, manage and abide by UN security regulations and guidelines.
- 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 broader community to advance country or regional objectives.
Emergency and Crisis
- Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments;
- Coordinates actions with emergency response, development, security and peacebuilding actors, making use of relevant coordination structures;
- Supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, partners, IOM and other crisis response and management 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 Law, Political or Social Studies International Affairs or a related field from an accredited academic institution with eight years of relevant professional experience; or
- University degree in the above fields with ten years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
- Experience in project management especially on thematic areas including socio- economic reintegration and youth support programming;
- Experience in coordination of various projects to ensure maximum outputs;
- Experience and knowledge of monitoring and evaluation;
- Experience in transitional justice as a component of reintegration, reconciliation and social cohesion an advantage;
- Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development; knowledge of Somalia under the thematic areas an advantage;
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office package (Office, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), internet and Email.
Languages
Fluency in English is required.
Notes
- Appointment is subject to funding availability.
- With frequent travel to South Central Somalia*
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by January 18, 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/how-apply
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 28.12.2015 to 18.01.2016
Requisition: SVN 2015/162 (P) – Programme Manager (Disengaged Combatants) (P4) – Mogadishu, Somalia (54718466) Released
Posting: SVN 2015/162 (P) – Programme Manager (Disengaged Combatants) (P4) – Mogadishu, Somalia (54718467) Released
