Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the
Emergency and Stabilization (E&S) Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for
the development, planning and implementation of the Transition and Recovery and
Development (TRD) operations of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Emergency
and Stabilization Programme in Ukraine.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Manage IOM Ukraine stabilization and TRD portfolio with attention to Disarmament,
Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR), livelihoods, Emergency and Early Recovery,
strengthening economic infrastructure and services, social cohesion.
2. Manage the selection, hiring, training and oversight of staff required for implementation of
operations related to TRD.
3. Manage the financial, administrative and programmatic aspects of TRD and related activities,
in close cooperation with Country Office (CO) financial staff and in accordance with IOM
standards and operating modalities.
4. Support context and conflict-sensitive analysis at country level to strengthen the
evidence-base for stabilization, transition, recovery, peacebuilding/ reintegration operations, that
include analysis of conflict drivers, with a focus on the impacts on conflict, peacebuilding,
recovery and displacement dynamics of reintegrating former fighters and affiliates into conflict
affected communities.
5. Promote integration of individual and community resilience and risk reduction perspectives
into transition, recovery, peacebuilding and reintegration strategies programmes and activities
supported by risk and vulnerability assessment.
6. In coordination with the E&S Coordinator, engage with all necessary stakeholders, United
Nations (UN) agencies, government, non-government institutions and the private sector involved
on stabilization, transition, recovery, and peacebuilding/reintegration towards promoting a
coherent and coordinated programming approach.
7. Identify and pursue programmatic opportunities that support the appropriately timed transition
of affected populations out of emergency towards recovery, reconstruction and development.
8. Provide support to build capacity of state partners, including developing the understanding of
veterans’ integration programmatic activities through systems of information management.
Develop, coordinate and implement a strong information management system.
9. Develop and standardize operationalization of the TRD programme activities throughout the
regions.
10. In coordination with the E&S Coordinator, provide inputs for narrative reporting and
contribute to the development of new projects regarding the TRD portfolio and related issues.
11. Travel frequently to other regions to provide technical support and coordination functions
related to TRD portfolio.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration
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 project management, implementation and monitoring;
- Experience in project design/development activities;
- Experience in integration and reintegration activities/programmes, peacebuilding and
demilitarisation is a strong advantage.
- Experience in managing transition-related programming.
- In depth knowledge and experience on conflict-sensitivity and the HDPN.
- Knowledge of the context and experience in the country is a distinct advantage.
Skills
- In-depth knowledge in the broad range of transition-related subject areas dealt with by the
Organization.
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
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
Ukrainian, Russian, French and/or Spanish 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
1 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.p
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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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 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.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 20 May 2021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 07.05.2021 to 20.05.2021
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview,
processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank
accounts.
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