National Emergency and Stabilization Field Officer (Luhansk) at IOM

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and Emergency and Stabilization Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the [Emergency Coordination Officer for Donetsk and Luhansk] [Programme Manager – Housing, for Kramatorsk and Severodonetsk], the successful candidate will coordinate and monitor all activities and staff in the Field Office, taking care of all projects of IOM Ukraine’s Emergency and Stabilization Unit carried out by the Field Office.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Support Programme planning, implementation and monitoring of IOM’s activities; contribute to maximizing Programmes’ efficiency and impact to ensure the successful delivery and reaching outcomes.
2. Supervise operational, administrative and budgetary activities of the Field Office in accordance with the Organization’s regulations and procedures. Guide and mentor, as necessary, the team and monitor adherence to key planning targets and deadlines.
3. Liaise and coordinate with relevant authorities, Implementing Partners and other key stakeholders and counterparts in the Non-Government Controlled Area (NGCA) ensuring smooth line of communication and implementation of IOM’s activities in the area;
4. Ensure and promote regular, adequate and appropriate linkages with other offices and Programmes within IOM.
5. Provide recommendations to Senior Management for appropriate programmatic tailoring and developing; contribute to the needs analysis and priority processes in the area.
6. Check that quality and standards of the implemented projects are in line with IOM instructions/ guidelines, target indicators and good practices;
7. Participate in and represent IOM at coordination meetings with other UN counterparts and humanitarian actors who are active in the area, within the frame of the area security management team (ASMT), cluster and working group meetings, general coordination meetings and other inter-agency fora;
8. Draft regular and comprehensive reports on implementation of projects carried out in the area.
9. Coordinates, liaises and leads the implementation of the Organization’s programmatic issues, ensuring facilitation the exchange of information between all stakeholders to better comply with their obligations under the implementation of programmes.
10. Overall planning, implementation and monitoring of IOM’s activities and project activities that are managed from the Field Office.
11. Advises senior management on the changes in political/economic and predominantly humanitarian environment, and the course of implementation of IOM’s programs in the area.
12. Coordinates, liaises and leads the implementation of the Organization’s programmatic issues, ensuring facilitation the exchange of information between all stakeholders to better comply with their obligations under the implementation of programmes.
13. Undertake field visits as necessary.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Social/Political Science, Project Management, International Relations, International Development Economics, or Law or a related field with no professional experience;

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in the above-mentioned fields with at least two years of relevant work experience.

Experience 

• Previous experience in the development and implementation of projects;
• Solid knowledge in program planning and implementation;
• Ability to understand, develop and implement administrative and financial control procedures;
• Previous experience of working on humanitarian projects;  
• Proven drafting, writing, and reporting skills, confident user of the Microsoft Office Suite;
• Experience working with authorities and civil society;
• Knowledge of humanitarian activities and socio-political and geographical context of the Eastern Conflict Area/NGCA;
• Experience in working with vulnerable populations

Languages

Fluency in English and Ukrainian is required. Working knowledge of Russian is an advantage.

Required Competencies

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 and 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 special 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 (http://iom.org.ua/en/personal_history or iom.org.ua/sites/default/files/personal_history_form_2016.xls) to [email protected] by 30 July 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Full time / Повна зайнятість IOM