IOM seeks to recruit Emergency and Stabilization Coordinator – Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
IOM :
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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:
- 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 past year has seen a sharp deterioration in the security situation in Burkina Faso’s northern and eastern regions, which has accentuated the need for more pronounced efforts on community stabilization in affected areas, and which has resulted in sudden population displacements necessitating humanitarian attention. The activity of non-state armed groups and inter-community tensions have led to increased displacement from 45,000 to 135,589 since the start of 2019, and the closure of 1,200 schools and 4 health centers. More than 200 security incidents were recorded in 2018, and 119 in 2019. Authorities have declared a 6-month State of Emergency in 14 of the country’s 45 provinces, located within 7 regions of the country. The complex security situation has affected social cohesion, disrupted delivery of social services, particularly education, and risks increased intercommunal clashes. It has also become an additional challenge for the humanitarian response in the four most affected regions –Sahel, North, Central-North and East.
IOM Burkina Faso works in close coordination with the Government of Burkina Faso, the UN Country Team and the activated sectors, to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of the displaced populations, while also working on community stabilization to address the root causes initially having caused the displacement, and to create environments conducive to return in safe areas of return.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and in coordination with the Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) in the Regional Office in Dakar and relevant headquarters (HQs) units, the successful candidate will oversee and drive the development and implementation of all IOM Burkina Faso emergency and stabilization programming.
Core Functions / Responsibilities :
- Coordinate the efforts of the rapid response team deployed to support the IOM mission in Burkina Faso to respond to the recent surge in displacements in the Sahel Region of Burkina Faso (here thereafter: Area of Responsibility – AoR) and the mission’s continuing efforts on stabilization, in coordination with and in complementarity to the existing programmes of government, UN and NGO stakeholders, and giving particular focus to the role of IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM);
- In close coordination with the Department of Operations, provide strategic and operational oversight of IOM’s response to migration crises, including preparedness, response and facilitating longer term recovery in areas impacted by internal displacement and the return of displaced populations;
- Develop a strategic, programmatically coherent operational plan for the Preparedness, Response and Recovery Unit, including detailed operating frameworks and implementation plans;
- Ensure that all humanitarian projects that are being developed and implemented use a “conflict sensitive” approach;
- Support the development and implementation of projects focusing on social cohesion, resilience and peace building;
- In coordination with the Chief of Mission, lead the development of new programmes and partnerships, including with the activated sectors, government counterparts, UN agencies/joint programmes, NGOs, donors the private sector, civil society groups, academics and other stakeholders;
- Lead in the coordination of IOM Burkina Faso emergency programming in the AoR with UN Country Team (HCT) sectors, partners, NGOs, State and local authorities, and other stakeholders;
- Represent IOM at all relevant local sector/cluster meetings, related fora, and other emergency-related events (meetings, presentations, discussions, visits, negotiations etc.);
- Lead the overall development and implementation of emergency-related efforts, including Shelter/Non-Food Items (NFIs) and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), in the AoR;
- Strengthen linkages with the IOM Burkina Faso Data Management Unit, particularly through the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) to ensure the Preparedness, Response and Recovery Unit is contributing to DTM data collection and analysis as well as integrating the data/analysis provided by DTM into preparedness, response and recovery programmes;
- Strengthen the programmatic and strategic linkages between IOM’s humanitarian and recovery interventions, as well as their alignment with IOM’s Progressive Solutions to Displacement (2016); the IASC Durable solutions Framework (2011); The Burkina Faso’s recent Humanitarian Response Plan (Plan d’Urgence) and other national recovery, peacebuilding and development frameworks;
- Coordinate operational, administrative and financial aspects of all relevant programming, monitor progress against projected expenditure forecasts and implementation plans, including oversight of implementation in the AoR, providing regular reports to the COM and taking remedial action where challenges are encountered;
- Ensure high-level quality of deliverables. Provide technical guidance and oversight of compliance to programme partners, technical advisers, programme staff, surge personnel, implementing partners and service providers;
- Contribute to the strengthening of communication and coordination between IOM Head Office in Ouagadougou, and Field Offices in Dori – Sahel region, and Tenkodogo – Centre East region, with a view to improving the efficiency of programme implementation and cohesion across the teams implementing Preparedness, Response, DTM, Recovery and Community Stabilization programmes;
- Provide leadership, guidance and training to programme staff;
- Ensure proper visibility and promotion of emergency efforts undertaken in the AoR;
- Drive all internal and external narrative and financial reporting, including reporting, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, related to emergency and stabilization programming implemented in the AoR, ensuring quality of inputs in line with IOM and donor requirements;
- 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 :
Education :
- 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 :
- 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.
Languages :
- IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish;
- For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French 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.
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 15 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 02.07.2019 to 15.07.2019
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: VN2019/176(P)-Emergency&StabilizationCoordinator(P3)-Ouagadougou,BurkinaFaso
(56037143) Released
Posting: Posting NC56037144 (56037144) Released
