Duty Station : Donetsk, Ukraine
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
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:
Internal candidates
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:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Emergency and Stabilization (E&S) Programme Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the field coordination of humanitarian response and early recovery activities in the Eastern Area of Ukraine.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Lead the field coordination of the implementation of humanitarian response and early recovery efforts, including Shelter/Non-Food Items (S/NFIs) Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Cash Based Initiatives (CBI), , Livelihood restoration and socio-economic recovery, in the government-controlled and non-government-controlled areas of East of Ukraine (here thereafter: Area of Responsibility (AoR)).
Coordinate International Organization for Migration (IOM) Ukraine’s humanitarian response and early recovery programming in the AoR with Humanitarian Country Team (HCT) partners, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), State and local authorities, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate operational, administrative and financial aspects related to the implementation of all relevant programming, including oversight of implementation in the AoR, including the administrative oversight of IOM Field Offices in the non-government-controlled areas and direct supervision of the respective Heads of Field Offices
Spearhead the development of information gathering, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation frameworks for humanitarian response and early recovery programming in the AoR.
Represent IOM at all relevant local cluster meetings, related fora, and other events (meetings, presentations, discussions, visits, negotiations etc.) related to humanitarian response and early recovery activities.
Coordinate the gathering of data for and the development of internal/external, regular/ad hoc report related to humanitarian response and early recovery programs implemented in the AoR, ensuring quality of inputs according to IOM and donor requirements.
Provide technical guidance and oversight of compliance to programme partners, technical advisers, programme staff, implementing partners and service providers, in order to ensure timely delivery and high quality of provided assistance.
Contribute to developing and coordinate with relevant counterparts in the Country Office (CO) proper visibility, communications and outreach products to promote IOM’s efforts in the humanitarian response and early recovery sphere, ensure donor visibility and advocate core principles.
In coordination with the E&S Programme Coordinator, provide leadership, guidance and training to programme staff in the AoR.
Oversee and guide the work of surge personnel in the AoR as necessary.
Undertake duty travels with the aim of project/programme assessment, liaison with counterparts, problem solving, and development of new initiatives, as required.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs 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 in emergency settings with strong knowledge of IOM/UN project life cycles;
• Strong combination of training and experience in the field of operations, and solid working experience in complex environments;
• Experience in liaising with government authorities and local communities, as well as national and international institutions;
• Broad field experience in the areas of Shelter and NFIs, WASH, and logistics;
• Experience of working in conflict situations and heading field offices or sub-offices is a distinct advantage.
• Familiarity with IOM/UN administrative and financial management.
• Familiarity with the region is an asset.
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Ukrainian, Russian, French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
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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.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.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
This vacancy is archived.