Project Development and Reporting Officer

Contract

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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 opened its first office in Turkey in 1991 and is now one of the largest globally with over 1,000 staff in 15 different locations across the country, with the main office in Ankara, and sub-offices in Istanbul and Gaziantep. IOM Turkey manages a portfolio of over 50 projects in the areas of migration management, emergency response, community stabilization, and resettlement. To effectively manage a large and complex programme portfolio, IOM Turkey has established a centralized Project Development & Reporting Unit based in Ankara with additional staff in Gaziantep and Istanbul. IOM Turkey is therefore seeking an incumbent to support programme development and donor liaison efforts, particularly in the scope of migration management. This portfolio includes projects within the scope of assisted voluntary return, assistance for vulnerable migrants, integrated border management, labour migration, integration, migration health, migration, environment and climate change, counter migrant smuggling, and migrant presence monitoring.

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Development Officer, and the direct supervision of the Project Development and Reporting Officer, the successful candidate will support the Project Development & Reporting Unit by facilitating procedures related to partnership strategies and programme development, and support the development and implementation of climate change related projects.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Project Development Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Project Development and Reporting Officer will:

• Support the organization’s project development actions by by developing, reviewing, and submitting project proposals, concept notes, appeals, as well as MoUs, Special Conditions and other types of contracts. • Support the organization’s development of Climate Change-related action through the development of new projects in the Migration, Environment and Climate Change Portfolio. • Support the proactive administration and project management of existing climate change activities, as the portfolio development requires.
• Contribute to and coordinate timely and accurate preparation and dissemination of reports including monthly, interim, and final reports for donors based on program objectives, work plans, and timelines set by project agreements. • Contribute to periodic and activity-specific reports from the Mission, Regional, and Headquarters, such as the IQ, Bi-monthly Mission report, etc., as may be required. • Contribute to, and coordinate, Mission strategies, programme strategies and methodologies through a consultative process with senior management and program staff, for distribution to donors, government, partners, other UN agencies and stakeholders. • Research, write, formulate, and present any other documents necessary for project development, reporting, and donor liaison purposes. • Provide support to programme coordinators and project managers in the preparation of meetings and other consultations with donors, including the preparation of notes, briefs and other materials. • Guide and train IOM staff in project development and reporting under the rules and regulations provided in the IOM Project Handbook, as well as to adapt these trainings in Turkish language and operational context to develop capacity of local partners such as the Government of Turkey and NGO personnel. • Maintain a thorough understanding of IOM Turkey-implemented programs, projects and activities, general and specific donor requirements. • Take part in planning organizing and coordinating the Project Development/Reporting Unit Work Plan including development and updating of project-related data in IOM’s portals and internal reporting matrices, including PRIMA. • Support unit knowledge management and keep accurate and pertinent records of all correspondence, project development and reporting files, relevant databases and other Project Development and Reporting-related information. • Undertake duty travel as required. • Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Professionalism Integrity Teamwork and respect for diversity Commitment to continuous learning Planning and organizing Communication Flexibility Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement.

liaising/ coordinating with internal stakeholders, with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; • Experience working with climate change projects and context in Turkey • Experience in writing and editing project reports; • Knowledge of the program management cycle • Experience with results-based management and the development and utilization of Logical Frameworks /Results Matrices. • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. • Prior work with EU-funded projects an advantage • Experience with capacity development an advantage.

Turkey is a unique country and has very several strong project implementation operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in dedicated environment will be useful for the candidates.

Ankara is the capital of Turkey and the country’s second largest city following Istanbul, with the population of 5.5 million people. Centrally located in Anatolia, Ankara is an important commercial and industrial city. It is the seat of the Turkish government and houses all foreign embassies. The city is strategically located at an important crossroads for trade in proximity of Turkey’s highway and railway networks. Visas are required for entry into Turkey. It is therefore strongly recommended to check with the local Turkish Embassy or Consulate before traveling (http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-informationforforeigners.en.mfa). Nationals of EU member states and a limited number of nations are eligible for visas-on-arrival at international air termini and certain border crossing points.

Security: The current security level in Ankara is minimal – 2. Ankara is considered a generally a safe city, where normal use of common sense and acting responsibly takes one a long way.

The public transport is safe to use. There are no direct threats towards United Nations and its staff in Turkey.

Medical Services: No special vaccinations are required for a travel to Ankara. Medical services available are of high quality, and health care services are available also in English.

Housing: Apartments and flats are easily available and generally of good condition, with well working services (gas, electricity, water). The cost of housing is reasonable, although smaller apartments and certain locations close to foreign embassies and the UN House tend to be more expensive. Some UN Volunteers opt for house sharing. Upon arrival, UN Volunteers will reside in a hotel until they find permanent housing. UNV Field Unit can provide assistance to UN Volunteers in identifying suitable housing.

Cost of living and services: Housing is the largest monthly expense, and the cost of living is otherwise very affordable. Daily food and products are inexpensive, as are many services.

Imported goods and many non-essential services and products tend to be more expensive. The provision of goods and services in general is very good. Local transportation ranges from buses, mini-busses called “dolmuş” to taxis, which are all affordable. The subway lines are very limited in the scope.

Weather: The city has a mean elevation of 938 metres. It has cold, often snowy winters due to its elevation and inland location, and hot, dry summers. Because of Ankara's high altitude and its dry summers, nightly temperatures in the summer months can be cool.

Language: Turkish is the only official language. English is widely spoken in touristic areas, but less commonly in Ankara. In supermarkets and shops, few Turkish words are useful. There are Turkish language schools and tutors available in Ankara