IOM is looking for Programme Officer (Shelter/WASH) – Bunia, DRC
IOM :
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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; Bahamas; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; El Salvador; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Lesotho; Libya; Marshall Islands; Mauritania; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Paraguay; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; 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 Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of IOM Shelter/ Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) activities in camps and out of camps in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Core Functions / Responsibilities :
- Contributes towards the development of IOM’s humanitarian response strategy, and leads the development of sector specific response plans and standard operating procedures for shelter and WASH;
- Manage the overall implementation of the WASH and Shelter interventions to guarantee that scope, budget, timeframe and quality are in accordance to the different projects specifications, donor requirements and IOM rules and regulations;
- Lead the design process and oversee compliance of all technical aspects of shelter and WASH interventions including but not limited to assessment, design, Bills of Quantity (BoQ) calculation, tendering, and technical specification with guidance from Global Shelter & settlements, Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) and WASH Support units in Geneva;
- Ensure a sound financial management of projects to guarantee alignment with internal and donor requirements. Ensuring that the budget lines are respected and monitor burn rates for the effective use of the funds;
- Manage and monitor technically and administratively the whole of the WASH and Shelter team. Ensure that adequate and relevant capacity building are provided to the members of the team. Mentor, coach and manage the staff under supervision; support the performance evaluations and oversee and help to resolve team conflicts;
- Liaise with other program units in the mission e.g. Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), and protection to ensure coordinated assistance to the affected population in camps and outside;
- Ensure that the WASH and Shelter programmes are driven by a sound Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework that leads to continuous improvement and fine-tuning of systems and processes;
- Represent IOM Shelter/WASH in all relevant forums, including cluster coordination meetings, inter-cluster meetings, and partner meetings;
- Ensure appropriate partnerships with national/local authorities, state institutions, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders, including effective coordination and information exchange with them;
- Provide relevant inputs for financial and narrative reports, humanitarian sitrep, factsheet, etc as required by IOM, humanitarian and donor counterparts;
- Identify new funding sources and project development opportunities, new thematic areas of technical intervention and strategic partnerships that would promote the expansion of the WASH and Shelter portfolio;
- Liaise effectively with donors at local and regional level to advocate for adequate funding to sustain the WASH and Shelter programme;
- Ensure cross-cutting issues are integrated in the WASH programming such as Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Environment and other cross cutting issues of relevance;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience :
Education :
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture 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 :
- Proven technical and managerial level experience in shelter and WASH intervention in emergency and conflict context;
- Working experience with UN agencies or international organizations in shelter and WASH programming;
- Excellent monitoring and evaluation skills, managerial 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;
- Experience to utilize and operate engineering-related software such as AutoCAD.
Languages :
- IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish;
- For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Spanish is an advantage;
- 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
- Te :amwork: 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
- 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. here
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.
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.
How to apply :
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 17 July 2019 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 04.07.2019 to 17.07.2019
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: SVN 2019/191 (P) – Programme Officer (Shelter/WASH) (P3) – Bunia, DRC (56040593)
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