Project Specialist (Community Cohesion) – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Project Specialist (Community Cohesion)

Duty Station: Dnipro, Ukraine

Classification: General Service Staff, G6

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 30 December 2022

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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

 Context: 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer (Cohesion), the Project Specialist will provide specialized support to the implementation of IOM Ukraine’s Response, Resilience and Recovery (3R) Unit efforts focused on transition and recovery activities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Support the Programme and National Officers in the overall planning, implementation and monitoring of project efforts.
2. Assist in the coordination of IOM’s Community Cohesion efforts within the context of the relevant sectors.
3. Liaise with partner NGOs as well as with relevant national and local working-level government contacts, as necessary, under the guidance of the National Officer.
4. Support the mapping of Community Cohesion needs and beneficiaries.
5. Work together with in-house monitoring and evaluation team to devise and implement a monitoring system for Community Cohesion efforts.
6. Contribute to the contracting of partner NGOs and the procurement of goods and services.
7. Contribute to regular reporting (IOM internal, IOM external, UN-related, including 3W and situation reporting), correspondence, publication and presentation materials.
8. Provide information gathering management support to Community Cohesion programming.
9. Track relevant national development pertaining to Community Cohesion, and analyse, summarize and present findings.
10. Organize and/or take part in Community Cohesion related events (meetings, presentations, discussions, visits, etc.).
11. Provide inputs and recommend improvements to the planning and delivery of programme activities.
12. Support the development and application of programme visibility and communications.
13. Coordinate the logistics and take part in organization of Emergency and Stabilization-related activities and events (meetings, presentations, discussions, visits, etc.).
14. Undertake duty travel within Ukraine, to areas selected for Emergency and Stabilization programming, on an as-needed basis.
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

 Required Qualifications and Experience

 Education 

• High School diploma/certificate with six years of relevant experience;

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience. 

Experience 

• Experience working with authorities and civil society;
• Experience working with IDPs/refugees and/or vulnerable populations;
• Experience with organizational and administrative duties;
• Knowledge of humanitarian activities and context is advantageous;
• Experience in community participation and cohesion, is advantageous;
• Experience throughout the project cycle is an asset, including project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting;
• Experience of working in a UN agency or International NGO is an asset;
• Knowledge of community stabilization, social participation and cohesion, recovery, and similar activities;
• Knowledge of activity planning and implementation;
• Ability to implement administrative and financial control procedures;
• Proven drafting, writing, and reporting skills;
• Confident user of the Microsoft Office Suite. 

Languages

Fluency in English and Ukrainian. Russian is desirable.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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

• 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 

• 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.

 Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and security clearances.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form by 30 December 2022 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 05.12.2022 to 30.12.2022

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