Programme Manager/Chief of Party (P4)

Position Title : Programme Manager/Chief of Party

Duty Station :    IOM Somalia in Nairobi*, Kenya

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 :      27 July 2023

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; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

The search for sustainable solution pathways for the current 3.8 million internally displaced persons (IDP) is a critical issue for Somalia.

The Scaling Durable Solutions in Somalia Programme funded by the United States Agency for International Aid (USAID) is a three-year innovative programme that will help IOM to make sustainable solutions pathways at scale a reality in Somalia. This programme is part of the Danwadaag Durable Solutions Consortium portfolio of programmes which has additional durable solutions programming supported by USAID, the European Union and the World Bank. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Somalia, and under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (Emergency and Post Crisis), the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall coordination of activities of USAID funded Scaling

Durable Solutions Program as well as oversight of the wider Danwadaag Consortium portfolio.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the Scaling Durable Solutions in Somalia programme to ensure the successful implementation of the Programme and provide relevant information for performance management and monitoring of Programme activities.
2. Oversee programmatic, financial, administrative, logistical, and relational responsibilities for all programme activities and ensure that IOM standards and operating modalities are met wherever the programme is implemented.
3. Act as key point of contact for this program with the donors
4. Provide strategic and technical leadership and create an enabling environment that cultivates a strong adaptive and learning-by-doing approach.
5. Seek programmatic partnerships and synergies with other humanitarian and development partners and government entities
6. Design programme strategies and lead the programme in its efforts to support the successful (re-) integration of internal displaced people in Somalia
7. Supervise the tracking of all programme expenditures to ensure budget recommendations are met, that all grant management and financial tracking instruments are reconciled and that all funds are spent in accordance with IOM standards and donor expectations.
8. In coordination with the relevant IOM Mission departments, Headquarters (HQ), and others, ensure the timely submission of narrative and financial reports to the donor.
9. Manage the implementation of the programme’s research and pilot initiatives at the field level in accordance with the overall objectives of the programme by directly supervising programme implementation staff in the identification of grantees and partners, technical consultants, and other programme implementers.
10. Supervise the Danwadaag Consortium Coordinator who ensures day-day implementation of the Consortium activities
11. Coordinate all programming thematic areas/units, including capacity-building, training, and general support to national and partner coordinators. Build the capacities of IOM and Danwadaag partner staff on the issue of durable solutions through a combination of formal training, sharing of best practices, and knowledge management. Ensure that all partners are coordinating together smoothly to achieve the programme objectives.
12. Ensure regular coordination with other IOM activities in Somalia, as well as complementarity and synergies among all project activities in the missions, and other USAID implementing partners including, but not limited to: trainings, workshops, and awareness-raising and advocacy campaigns to achieve the overall objectives of the programme.
13. Coordinate the implementation of a robust Monitoring and Evaluation system to ensure the transparent use of donor funds. Report potential corruption issues to the donor according to established procedures.
14. Develop strategies for working with government entities, civil society actors, private sector companies, displacement affected communities , and others to implement target activities aimed at providing sustainable pathways to solutions
15. Organize and lead trainings and lessons learnt dissemination sessions for durable solutions actors on topics such as (re-)integration strategies, how to measure progress towards durable solutions, challenges related to solutions pathways, and recommendations to strengthen programming and policies to address the challenges of durable solutions in Somalia.
16. Keep abreast of policies, international standards and best practices relating to durable solutions, the protection and assistance of vulnerable internally displaced persons, return and reintegration, and humanitarian response, amongst others, for further enhancing the programme.
17. Undertake travel to Somalia and potentially other countries as required.
18. Perform such other duties that may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in Emergency Management, International Relations, Political Science, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University bachelors degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Extensive experience in implementing programmes of durable solutions and strengthening government and civil society capacity;
• Previous experience coordinating a durable solutions consortium on a donor-funded project with a strong reputation for developing excellent collaborative working relationships with counterparts, other contracts and international organizations and donors;
• Specific experience and specialization in at least two of the following is required: durable solutions programme management, strategy development, partnership management and/or government capacity building;
• Demonstrated experience managing programmes that effectively address solutions for internally displacement persons; and,
• Experience working in Somalia is strongly preferred

Skills

• Demonstrated skills in effectively working, coordinating and negotiating with other durable solutions actors, donors, other USAID projects, U.S. embassies and host country governments and local authorities;
• Ability to manage USAID and other donor awards and all required reporting requirements;
• Experience managing staff from diverse environments and backgrounds.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Somali 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

This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somalia.

• 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 five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

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 actions 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

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 df

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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 27 July 2023 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 14.07.2023 to 27.07.2023

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.

Requisition: VN 2023 296 Programme Manager/Chief of Party (P4) IOM Somalia in Nairobi, Kenya (58251323) Released

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