OIM recruits 01 Programme Manager (DDRR)
L’Organisation Internationale pour les Migrants (OIM)
Maroua, Cameroon
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, …), Projet/programme de développement
Position Title : Programme Manager (DDRR)
Duty Station : Maroua, CameroonClassification : Professional Staff, Grade P3Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extensionEstimated Start Date : As soon as possibleClosing Date : 11 February 2021
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 andinclusion 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. Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; 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.
Context:The ten-year violent conflict in the Lake Chad Basin Region (Nigeria, Niger, Chad and Cameroon) has created a deepening social, political, security and humanitarian crisis that has displaced approximately 2.6 million people and affected some 17 million. In response to requests from Governments of the region, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) issupporting activities aiming to create the necessary pre-conditions for the identification and reintegration of ‘low-risk’ former associates of Boko Haram, reducing recruitment into violent extremist organizations and promoting broad reconciliation for sustained reintegration and peacebuilding.
Working under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission and in close coordination with the Regional Senior Disengagement, Disassociation, Reintegration and Reconciliation (DDRR)
Coordinator and Emergency and Post Crisis (EPC) Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) at the Regional Office of West and Central Africa (ROWCA), the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of Disengagement, Disassociation, Reintegration and Reconciliation (DDRR) programme activities in Cameroon. The successful candidate will provide overall guidance to IOM’s country-level DDRR projects and initiatives with a particular focus on supporting a government-led process, including the development of respective national legal and policy frameworks, and supporting aspects such as registration and vetting processes, public outreach and communications, community-based reconciliation mechanisms to provide locally tailored reintegration assistance to individuals who have separated from Boko Haram, as a critical step for regional peace-building and restoration of social cohesion. S/he will convene multiple stakeholders across government, in the international community, and within the Organization to facilitate programme success.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:1. Ensure the proper management of DDRR programme operations at the country level and ensure that programme activities are in line with IOM policies and procedures, as well as relevant donor requirements.2. Contribute to coordinating the design and development of DDRR and DDRR-related projects and programmes including the evaluation of new opportunities within the programme framework, regular risk matrix analysis, and the provision of substantive inputs for proposal development including detailed budgets and work plans. Make operational recommendations for improved coherence, risk management and delivery.3. In coordination with the Regional Senior DDRR Coordinator, support programme interventions with Governments, including through maintaining technical cooperation partnerships and community engagement frameworks, identifying resource requirements and activity-level development needs, and coordinating and maintaining effective working relations with institutional and operational partners;4. Support country-level donor coordination and outreach in coordination with the Chief of Mission, TRD and relevant divisions at HQ, in order to assist in advancing programme development and in addressing donor information needs and coordination requirements;5. Manage and ensure operational oversight across four pillars of concurrent activity, assisting with and building on: regular context analysis and programme assessment; national policy and framework development; technical government capacities and transition processes; individual beneficiary profiling, needs and support; and community-based return, reintegration andreconciliation activities, including the development of information and effective communications activities.6. Supervise and train DDRR programme staff;7. Train and sensitize staff on the principles of humanitarian action and Do No Harm and facilitate the integration of conflict sensitivity in programme analysis, planning, recruitment, procurement, partnerships, communications and monitoring and evaluation; contribute to the development of and training on risk management strategies;8. Promote access to facilitate programme activities, and undertake regular field travel and on-site monitoring; oversee implementation of programme impact evaluations, as required,9. Represent IOM at relevant seminars, meetings and other events to maximize project performance, discuss programme development, raise awareness of key DDRR initiatives, and share stakeholder feedback on context analysis, initiatives and the results of broad partnership initiatives;10. Provide financial backstopping to projects and programme activities at the country level and support procurement processes;11. Prepare programme and institutional reports, and ensure that donor reporting deadlines are met;12. In coordination with country-level SSU, implement and adhere to security procedures and requirements for the safety and integrity of DDRR programme staff and operations;13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education• Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Development Studies, Planning or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience;or• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Experience• Professional experience in managing crisis response, recovery and development projects and managing staff;• Experience with handling confidential data;• Professional experience the field of DDRR;• Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN agencies, international organizations, and international NGOs);• Prior work experience with IOM is an asset;• Experience in project management and monitoring and evaluation an asset;• Experience supervising a team with diverse background;• Experience working effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives as an asset;• Prior work experience in the region and understanding of region issues and trends is an advantage.
Skills• Knowledge of MS Office suite (word, excel, PowerPoint, outlook, etc);• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,• Excellent demonstrated analytical skills applied on a wide range of factors, parameters, policies and priorities for the assessment and resolution of complex situations, including technical understanding.
LanguagesIOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic, Wolof and/or 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.
Notes1 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 2• 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 2• 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.pdf
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.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 11 February 2021 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 11.02.2021
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.POSTULER