OIM recruits 01 Head, Recovery and Transition Unit

OIM recruits 01 Head, Recovery and Transition Unit

L’Organisation Internationale pour les Migrants (OIM)

Kinshasa, Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, …), Projet/programme de développement

 Position Title : Head, Recovery and Transition UnitDuty Station : Kinshasa, Congo, Democratic Republic of theClassification : Professional Staff, Grade P4Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extensionEstimated Start Date : As soon as possibleClosing Date : 04 January 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 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 candidates2. External female candidates:3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; 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), the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the development, oversight, coordination and resource mobilization of IOM’s transition and recovery portfolio in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) mission. Head of Transition and Recovery Department (TRD Head) will also liaise andengage  directly with high level Government officials, specifically representing IOM in discussions with MONUSCO, the Disarmament Demobilization Rehabilitation and Reintegration-Community Stabilization (DDRR-CS), and various peace building and peaceprocess initiatives; they will directly manage offices (Head of Sub Office and staff) dedicated to TRD programming.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:1. Lead, coordinate and promote IOM’s TRD programs with a view to ensuring that it is principled, timely, effective, sustainable and efficient, and contributes to longer-term recovery; ensure alignment with GoDRC strategies.2. Manage and lead DDR, Community Stabilization, security sector reform, Durable solutions units and programs and exercise the responsibility for the administrative, programmatic, operational, and financial management of the projects.3. Provide authoritative advice and guidance to program managers, in collaboration with the Chief of Mission, Heads of Sub-Offices and Department heads, on the necessary changes to strengthen the contribution of IOM DRC to stabilization and improved coherence within the mission and within the UN at large / relevant partner frameworks for stabilization.4. Establish, maintain and strengthen relations with government authorities, the private sector, the United Nations and international NGOs with a view to coordinating and promoting new activities, facilitating and integrating the implementation of the program with others, and raising funds for new TRD activities.5. Represent IOM and DRC in national, regional, and global coordination forums and other meetings, conferences and seminars linked to the department’s area of intervention, in coordination with the Chief of Mission and the heads of departments.6. Mobilize resources through the development of new projects, including the preparation of proposals and operational frameworks; negotiate with donors and ensure the production of communication tools that demonstrate IOM’s impact.7. Develop and implement the strategy of the Transition and Recovery Department and ensure the responsiveness of the program to destabilizing factors and trends, by developing and integrating new approaches, modalities, policies and procedures.8. Ensure consistency between the different pillars of TRD programming and take authoritative measures to maximize the collective strategic impact of the different activities.9. Build synergies within IOM DRC portfolio and especially ensure that TRD programs are integrated with existing complementary programs, including those implemented by CT Unit, Emergency Unit, Immigration and Border Management (IBM), Medical Health Department (MhD) and ensure efficient implementation of the triple nexus approach.10. Conduct ongoing contextual analysis in areas of interest to the Transition and Recovery unit, including needs, conflict dynamics, instability factors and risks, to ensure that stabilization support responds to developments contexts and needs.11. Ensure the provision of expert technical guidance and overall coordination for the development of new projects and programs in line with IOM TRD strategy. Review, assess and edit the project proposals before submission to relevant departments at IOM regional office and HQ and subsequently to donors.12. Oversee the planning and monitoring of budgets and work plans for all projects under the TRD department, ensuring audit and donor compliance and prompt closure of projects.13. Oversee the financial management and accountability of TRD Program and coordinate with relevant departments and HQ to ensure timely and accurate reporting to donors.14. Analyze and review project/programme reporting and sitreps and advise the Chief of Mission accordingly about potentially required adjustments and emerging Complementary opportunities.15. Communicate regularly with field operations and make periodic field visits to sub-offices and areas where project activities are implemented to advise and guide project staff, donors, local authorities and other project partners, and to ensure the achievement of programme objectives.16. Manage and supervise all staff and sub-contractors of the Transition and Recovery unit, including field and management positions.17. 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 seven years of relevant professional experience; or• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.
Experience• At least 7 years experience in project development and management, including operational and field experience, with a focus on transition and recovery issues;• Demonstrated management and implementation expertise on projects or programmes in the thematic area (DDR, SSR, CS, Return Reintegration, Peace building, Reconciliation, HLP etc;• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions;• Experience in programme formulation, implementation, evaluation and practices;• Experience in UN inter-agency coordination and participatory processes;• Familiarity with IOM project life cycle, administrative and financial management.• Experience in complex crisis environments, conflict resolution, tolerance and peace-building mechanisms;• Experience working in political transition/ fragile state environments.
Skills• Excellent project management skills including knowledge of IOM administrative and financial procedures and budget monitoring• Experience to utilize and operate engineering-related software such as AutoCAD.• Excellent monitoring and evaluation skills and ability to supervises large numbers of staff.• Familiarity with cluster systems, various steps of project cycle and coordination with donor, local authorities, beneficiaries and other stakeholders.• Knowledge of UN pooled fund and bilateral donor programming.• Strong management capability and experience.• Ability to negotiate and resolve operational problem.• Ability to work with in autonomy.
LanguagesIOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient inEnglish and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French,Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).For all applicants, fluency in English and Spanish is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of a local language is an advantage.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
NotesPrevious applicants do not need to re-apply. 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.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 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. 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.
How to apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 04 January 2022 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 04.01.2022
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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