IOM recruits a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer- Dakar
Description :
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; 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 :
The European Union (EU) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have developed the Joint Initiative for Migrant Protection and Reintegration in Africa. Implemented in 14 countries (Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal and The Gambia) through 14 specific actions, it aims to protect the security, dignity and rights of migrants along this important and dangerous migration route and to help improving the reintegration of returnees through an innovative approach. The Initiative will aim at strengthening the technical and material capacities of the authorities and organizations involved in these areas so that they can ultimately take over policies and programmes related to the protection and reintegration of migrants in the region, with a view to improving the governance of migration in the region.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the direct supervision of the Project Manager, and in close collaboration with the Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and relevant specialists at Headquarters (HQs), the successful candidate will coordinate and contribute to the effective implementation of the Monitoring and Evaluation for the EU-funded initiative for Protection and reintegration of returning migrants to Senegal.
Core Functions / Responsibilities :
- In consultation with Project Manager and staff, contribute to the development of project standardized Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems including, M&E plan, tools, quality assurance mechanisms and data collection methods and procedures ;
- Review existing monitoring mechanisms and reporting documents including but not limited to project-level M&E plans, data collection tools, Site Visit Notes and Evaluation Reports and propose improvements where necessary ;
- Work in close consultation with Project Manager and staff, as well as with the Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to consolidate and share as necessary relevant M&E information to inform project progress and improvement in line with IOM and donor requirements ;
- Participate in the process for identifying the key performance questions, indicators and parameters for monitoring programme performance and achievements; contribute to the design of the format for performance reports ;
- Assist in designing, testing and reviewing information and data collection tools. Provide technical guidance as required.
- Undertake regular field visits to coordinate the implementation of M&E and to provide procedural guidance ;
- Coordinate and/or undertake and compile necessary project data collection tasks ;
- Organize and provide staff capacity and training on specific M&E aspects ;
- Provide technical support to other similar programmes and projects of IOM Senegal to facilitate a common approach.
- Provide support for evaluation and collaborate with the project team to draft management response to evaluation recommendations and assist with the monitoring of their implementation ;
- Prepare, compile and/or review monthly, quarterly and/or annual internal and external project reports not limited to M&E ;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned .
Required Qualifications and Experience :
Education :
- Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience :
- Proven experience with strategic planning approaches, M&E methods and approaches, planning and implementation of M&E;
- Substantial experience in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans in small-scale grants, preferably with experience in the field of research, monitoring and/or evaluation ;
- Previous work experience in West and Central Africa, particularly on similar programming, preferably operational and field experience in monitoring and evaluation of migration related projects ;
- Sound knowledge of development programme planning and implementation objectives ;
- Excellent use of Microsoft Excel, Access, Outlook and Word software ;
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports .
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 any local languages and/or 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
- 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 ;
- 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 .
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 05 June 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 30.05.2019 to 05.06.2019
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 2019/126 (P) – Monitoring and Evaluation (P2) – Dakar, Senegal (55945607) Released
Posting: Posting NC55945608 (55945608) Released
