Senior Programme Associate (Return and Reintegration)

Senior

Overview

Manage and support return and reintegration programs.

Contract

This is a G-7 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-7 contracts.

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under General guidance of the Deputy Chief of Mission and the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (Peace Bldg&Stabl) and the direct supervision of the Return and Reintegration Officer (R&R), the successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative and financial management support to various programs within the PSD with particular focus on the following functions:

Qualifications

Education

• University degree in Accounting or Business Administration or in a related field from an accredited academic institution with 5 years of relevant professional experience; or
• Completed Hight School Degree in the above fields or related field from an accredited academic institution with 7 years of relevant professional experience;

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in emergency settings and complex environments.
• Experience in IOM administrative and financial management, budget monitoring, cash management and internal control procedures.
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and data analysis.
• Experience in working in an international environment and in liaising with a variety of partners at all levels of the hierarchy.

Skills

• Familiarity with IOM/UN administrative and financial management.
• Excellent coordination and information management skills.
• Ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data and make decision rapidly to resolve operational problems.
• Capacity to work effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drives for results.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
• Ability to handle confidential matters.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required
• Arabic and Kurdish are advantage Languages.

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

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 three 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 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 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 2) (applicable only if position is with direct reports)

• 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

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
5. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
6. 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.
7. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Responsibilities

1. In coordination with the RMO, support the R&R Officer PSD in monitoring the financial aspects of all PSD projects, including overseeing expenditure, fund availability, and cash flow management.
2. Proactively prepare expenditure plans, internal monitoring reports, for all PSD projects. Identify and address bottlenecks, recommend solutions, and ensure approval processes are followed.
3. In collaboration with PSD Project Officers, PSD Reporting Officer, Partnerships and Coordination Division and RMU, provide support to the R&R Officer in drafting and reviewing project budgets. Assist in conducting analyses on variations between budgeted and actual expenditures and forecast future budget requirements.
4. In collaboration with Resources Management Officer (RMO), identify any unusual trends and notify Project Managers and RMO for timely action and potential remedies to keep projects on track.
5. In collaboration with PSD Officers and relevant technical staff, participate in the design of solutions for PSD's operational requirements. This includes new systems, processes, or tools to meet the identified needs.
6. Support the R&R Officer and program staff in coordinating internal activities and pay particular attention to emerging and cross-cutting issues and work closely with the R&R Officer to address them.
7. Support the successful implementation of PSD projects by facilitating timely and appropriate resource mobilization. Proactively identify opportunities for program development.
8. In coordination with the PSD Reporting Officer conduct project monitoring and evaluation activities through field visits, identify opportunities for development, and flag accountability issues and solutions to the Head of PRD.
9. Support the PSD Project Officers in forecasting cash flows based on project activities and ensure financial expenditures and records adhere to donor agreements.
10. Monitor and track projectization for PSD staff and operations. Track commitments, precommitments, and expenditures to ensure operations align with the project budget.
11. Support program staff in the procurement, transportation and facilitating access in all regions of the country. Collaborate with the Liaison and Access team to address any access issues.
12. Collaborate with Supply Chain Unit to assess the impact of price changes on the overall procurement process. Determine how the price changes may affect budgets, delivery timelines, and other logistical considerations.
13. Perform any additional duties as assigned.

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