Position Title :  Senior Programme Development and Donor Relations Officer

Duty Station  :   IOM Libya in Tunis, Tunisia

Classification  :   Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment  :   Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date  :   As soon as possible

Closing Date  :   03 December 2019

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 work environment.  Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM.  For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. External female candidates:

3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; El Salvador; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Libya, and in coordination with the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM), Department Heads and Project Managers, and relevant Headquarters (HQ) and Regional Office (RO) Cairo Units, the successful candidate will be responsible for effective coordination and management of the Programme Development Support and Donor Liaison Unit, guiding and overseeing the programme development, reporting, monitoring and evaluation, research and donor liaison functions of the IOM Libya Country Office (CO).

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Overall

1. Lead the resource mobilization strategy development and implementation for IOM Libya, liaise close with donors in relation to IOM programme implementation, programme development and funding priorities.

2. Coordinate project development, revision and endorsement of narrative donor reports, according to the procedures specified in the IOM Project Handbook.

3. In close coordination with Project Managers, support the CoM in strategic planning exercises and needed follow up with regards to project development and implementation and liaison functions.

4. Lead and coordinate the design and development of good quality new programmes and projects in close coordination with the relevant donors, government counterparts, and project partners, and staff ensuring compliance with the development standards. 5. Ensure processing, endorsement and submissions of project proposals, donor reports, donor agreements and any other relevant documents in line with specific internal requirements and procedures.

6. Coordinate and monitor donor reporting and by maintain project reporting matrix encompassing all CO projects to ensure timely donor reporting. Follows up to support units with delays in order to ensure on time delivery of reports.

7. Represent, as needed, IOM Libya in donor meetings, briefings, conferences, United Nations (UN) meetings and liaise with UN agencies, donor, governmental partners, project partners and any other relevant stakeholders to identify IOM Libya programme development opportunities.

8. Supervise the Project Development Section, the Research Section and the Monitoring and Evaluation Section and provide guidance and resource mobilization priorities to the Sections.

9. Actively contribute to developing synergies with other Sections in the Mission in relation to programming, monitoring, research and reporting.

Monitoring and Evaluation

10. Supervise the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Section and lead the development and implementation of the project-level monitoring and evaluation plan associated work plans for each programme and projects

11. Ensure quality control of project outputs, including by contributing substantively to the design and field testing of the monitoring methodology, review, supervise design and implementation of the survey, participatory data collection methods and protocols, data verification techniques, and other technical evaluation and analytical tasks.

12. Ensuring mentoring and training of programme/project team to foster capacity building on results-based M&E knowledge.

13.  Develop and maintain an updated list and, in close consultation with the CoM, strengthen the CO’s relationships with donor communities within the framework of the Mission resource mobilization strategy.

14. In close coordination with the CoM and DCoM, facilitate knowledge building and management by identifying best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country goals and activities. Research

15. Coordinate and support in the planning and design of migration research strategies for the CO.

16. Provide guidance and support in the definition of relevant research agenda and provide oversight on research initiatives by the Research Section.

17. Coordinate the preparation of research design and implementation of IOM Libya CO migration research activities, assessment, case studies and communicated the results to key stakeholders.

18. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Management experience, accompanied by background in operational and field experience in refugee and migration related issues, including technical cooperation, project development and programme implementation and evaluation;

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions;

• Experience with monitoring and evaluation and results-based management;

• Previous experience in project development support is highly desirable; • Good knowledge of financial and administrative management;

• Capacity to motivate multi-cultural, international staff to higher productivity and good co-operation;

• Good level of computer literacy, including database applications.

Skills

• Excellent report writing skills;

• Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated skills in performing complex analyses on a wide range of factors, requirements, policies and priorities for the assessment and implementation of projects; excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French, Spanish and/or  Arabic is an advantage.

Note

The position is based in Tunis with possible relocation to Libya if and when the situation is conducive.

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 3

• 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 3

• 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.

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.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 03 December 2019  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: to 03.12.2019

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.