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Position Title : Project Officer

Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 22 April 2018

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 environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Congo, Cabo Verde, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the IOM-SLO Addis Ababa Chief of Mission and Head of Programmes for technical matters, and the direct supervision of the Migration Management Programme Coordinator (MMPC), the successful candidate will provide technical support for strategic planning, project development and implementation, analysis of programme results, maintenance of partner relationships, and visibility of Migration Management Unit (MMU) activities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Programme Management Support

1. Analyse, using qualitative and quantitative analysis, IOM’s operating environment and MMU programming to identify problems and propose to the MMPC actions necessary for coordinated and effective implementation of projects and growth of the MMU portfolio.
2. Provide data and information to the MMPC in relation to the management of MMU staff, external consultants and interns.
3. Collaborate with the M&E officer to maintain programme management tools for analysis of project implementation and results, and ensuring concise and timely donor reporting.
4. Draft analytical papers and presentations. Participate as a member of MMU in engaging with

Government of Ethiopia, United Nations and partner policy processes/initiatives.

1. Draft specific sections of the MMU annual report.
2. Support the MMPC in responding to ad hoc inquiries from headquarters, Regional Office and other IOM Missions.
3. Keep accurate and pertinent records of all correspondence, project development and reporting files and administration information.

Project Development

1. Update and maintain business intelligence on the operating environment in Ethiopia and the region.
2. Liaise with the Programme Support Unit to provide technical inputs into the development of new projects and identify opportunities for diversifying MMU partnerships.

Communication and Reporting.

1. Coordinate with MMPC and communication team to enhance the visibility of MMU initiatives and stories through such tools as IOM website, newsletters, social media, infographics, issue briefs and other IEC materials.
2. Support the M&E officer to consolidate and analyse MMU programme data to facilitate the preparation of interim and final donor reports as well as mission, regional and Headquarters periodic and activity-specific reports, as may be required.

Other

1. Undertake duty travel, as required.
2. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, 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 project development, reporting and related activities, complex project implementation, research, and liaison with international agencies (UN agencies, international organizations, and international specialized NGOs) and donors;

• Strong writing and analytical skills especially in academic papers, donor reports and proposal development;

• Demonstrated knowledge of M&E tools and methodologies;

• Knowledge of donor funding mechanisms, reporting requirements and procedures, and project implementation;

• Proven ability to consolidate information from multiple sources;

• Experience in the region is a distinctive advantage Knowledge of IOM’s administration, financial, procurement and legal systems and structure is a distinctive advantage.

Languages

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

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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.