Job Identification (Reference Number): 15081
Position Title: Senior Programme Coordinator (Housing & WASH) (P)
Duty Station City: Kyiv
Duty Station Country: Ukraine
Grade: P-4
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 6 months)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: Six months with possibility of extension
Closing date: 02 July 2025
Introduction
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.
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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. Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Second-tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and direct supervision of the Head of Programmes (Recovery and Development), the Senior Programme Coordinator (Housing & WASH) will be responsible for the strategic, technical, and operational oversight of IOM Ukraine’s housing and WASH recovery initiatives. This includes the management of housing reconstruction, WASH engineering interventions, and oversight of a major financial mechanism for housing support via the State Fund for Youth Housing (SFYH). The WASH component includes infrastructure rehabilitation, restoration of water supply systems, sanitation service provision, hygiene promotion, and technical support to vulnerable and conflict-affected communities.
The successful candidate will ensure effective planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all housing and WASH-related programming, in line with IOM’s institutional standards, donor expectations, and national regulations.
Manage the planning and execution of IOM Ukraine’s housing reconstruction and WASH programmes, ensuring alignment with donor and institutional requirements. This includes managing project cycle activities including needs assessment, planning, procurement, implementation, and monitoring as well as developing programme frameworks, operational plans, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.Supervise construction and WASH contracting, ensure adherence to national codes, and manage quality control and value-for-money assessments. Provide substantive technical inputs to procurement processes for both sectors as requested. Oversee the housing loan initiative in partnership with the State Fund for Youth Housing (SFYH), ensuring due diligence, transparency, and impact. Coordinate closely with the SFYH and other service providers to ensure compliance with loan disbursement criteria, repayment systems, and beneficiary selection frameworks. Develop and apply a robust M&E system with indicators, data collection tools, and learning mechanisms for housing and WASH programme activities. Moreover, facilitate internal reviews, donor evaluations, and audit exercises. Ensure the collection and use of disaggregated data of beneficiaries (age, gender, vulnerability status) for programme learning and reporting.Maintain effective coordination with government entities, donors, and housing and WASH recovery partners to ensure policy and operational coherence. Participate in inter-agency fora related to housing, reconstruction, WASH, and durable solutions.Ensure sound financial oversight of the housing and WASH programme components, including budgeting, risk mitigation, and reporting on fund utilization. Monitor fund utilization and contribute to the development of financial tools, dashboards, and audit trails.Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, ensuring clarity of roles, technical guidance, and operational efficiency across field sites.Ensure that all programme activities follow IOM’s institutional standards and donor compliance frameworks, including audit readiness.Prepare high-quality reports, policy briefs, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including donors and government partners.Build capacity of local partners and SFYH counterparts in loan administration, monitoring, and housing recovery best practices.Conduct regular field visits to assess progress, resolve challenges, and validate technical and financial documentation.Contribute to the strategic development of IOM’s housing and WASH portfolios, including concept notes and resource mobilization efforts, and ensuring linkages and synergies with other areas of IOM Ukraine’s recovery and development programming.Identify new opportunities for operational programming and align the same with government and UN strategies and response plans.Represent IOM at relevant national and sub-regional cluster meetings, related fora, and other recovery-related events.Perform any other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Development, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, 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
Proven experience in managing large-scale reconstruction programmes in complex humanitarian or post-conflict settings; and,Demonstrated experience in working with government institutions, particularly in housing policy, water/sanitation regulation, social funds or loan mechanisms.Skills
Excellent leadership, team management, and strategic planning skills;Familiarity with donor requirements and international housing standards;Strong understanding of due diligence, value-for-money principles, and financial oversight tools;Sound knowledge of contractual and procurement frameworks related to construction or housing finance and WASH service delivery;Strong negotiation and communication abilities, especially with public-sector actors; and,Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management tools, and familiarity with GIS/AutoCAD or construction-related software is an advantage.Language
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French and 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.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
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.Notes
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, 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.
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