Vacancy No.  IOM-SVN/0040/22

Position Title:  National Community Based Planning and Operations Officer

Duty Station: Jijiga , Ethiopia

Classification:  NOA

Type of Appointment:  SST – Six months with possibility of Extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Posting Period:  29.03.2022 – 04.04.2022 

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office-Jijiga, direct supervision of the Durable Solutions Advisor and in close correspondence with the IOM Transition and Recovery Unit Technical Team, the National Community-based Planning and Recovery Operations Officer will be responsible for the overall implementation of community-based planning and recovery operations in the Somali Region. The position will require close collaboration with IOM technical staff members, regional/local authorities, and other project partners.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• In collaboration with the Senior Durable Solutions Adviser, support the capacity building of field teams to ensure the successful roll-out of community-based interventions related to livelihood, infrastructure, social cohesion, and durable solutions operation.
•  Organize capacity building activities targeting community members, leaders and local authorities.
• Technically support local authorities and core facilitation teams at a communal level for applying inclusive planning methodology, including the risk mapping, community profiling, participatory visioning and prioritization processes as well as the production of community action plans in selected areas impacted by displacement returns, and relocation.
• Support the formation of community action groups responsible for executing community-led projects for recovery and peaceful co-existence through the core facilitation teams.
• Liaises with local and governmental officials, UN counterparts, local and international organizations, clusters, related to the implementation of activity and roll out of work plans.
•  Conducts location desk review and development of community profiles, field assessment, and draft reports upon requests.
• Provide direct supervision for field staff focused on community-based planning and livelihoods operations in the Somali Region in coordination with Technical Leads based in Addis.
•  Build synergies with other IOM Units in order to synchronize all activities carried out under different services areas, including integration of cross-cutting issues in all approaches and activities, notably Protection mainstreaming, Gender mainstreaming, Disability inclusion and Conflict-sensitivity.
•  Liaise with technical specialists within IOM Transition and Recovery Unit regarding social cohesion, community-based planning, livelihood activities, and infrastructure projects to ensure implementation of activities, incorporation of best practices and compliance with IOM’s procedures related to general activity implementation.
• Report and ensure documentation of field activities to provide information to support project monitoring, project development and public information/press outreach.
• Conduct outreach and participate in forums held by regional and local government entities, UN Agencies, NGOs, and other parties to facilitate project implementation, create partnerships, and ensure proper coordination and information sharing.
• Undertake field visits and duty travel to implement and monitor the different projects’ activities under the portfolio, meet project counterparts and develop new initiatives.
• Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) processes in close coordination with the community-based M&E committees for the proposed intervention.
• 1Perform other assigned tasks.   

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law and/or International Relations Economics, Business Administration/Management, Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or
• A minimum of 3 years for master’s and 8 years of relevant professional working experience for BA holders.

 Experience:

• Relevant experience at the national or international level.
• Solid field-based experiences in engaging communities in recovery and development projects.
• Demonstrable knowledge of planning, analyzing, and reporting large scale qualitative and quantitative data.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel essential; SPSS, GIS, and other software skills desirable
• Proven drafting and editing skills in English and other required working languages
• Proven experiences in application of a wide range of statistical tools and software.  
• Experience in political, socio-economic analysis and research, and familiarity with conflict sensitivity approach, internal displacement, and durable solutions.
•  Proven experience working with government, humanitarian organizations or private/public sectors as well as in-depth knowledge on humanitarian standards; and
• Familiarity with the UN, particularly the UN Reform Agenda is desirable

Skills:

• Computer/software literate, preferably knowledgeable in Microsoft Office.
• Rich knowledge of disaster management, internal displacement and conflict analysis desired; and
• Familiarity with the UN, particularly the UN Reform Agenda desired.)

Languages

•  Thorough knowledge of spoken and written English and Somali
• Knowledge of Amharic and other local languages have advantage            

VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies:

 Values

Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

Integrity and transparency: maintain 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 – behavioral 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 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 – behavioral 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: work strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction. 

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application/ motivation letter enclosed with only detail CV written in English through CLICK HERE, on or before April 4, 2022. Please indicate the position title, vacancy number and the duty station in the subject line of your application letter. (Application for National Community Based Planning and Operations Officer, IOM-VN/0040/22, Jijiga, Ethiopia). No photocopies of educational/training certificates are required at this stage; applicant who doesn`t follow the required application procedure will automatically be disqualified from the competition. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!

Qualified women to apply