Country: Ethiopia

Organization: International Organization for Migration

Closing date: 4 Aug 2023

Vacancy No.: IOM-SVN/0079/23

Position Title: Project Associate (Partnership and Referral)

Position Grade: G-5

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Type of Appointment: SST, nine months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Posting Period: 28.07.2023 - 04.08.2023

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 huma0ne 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 environment. Internal & External candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Migrant Protection, Return and Reintegration (MPRR) Programme Coordinator, and the direct supervision of National Protection and Reintegration Officer, the Project Associate will be responsible for assisting map and establish linkages with relevant development partners and programs in key migration prone locations relevant to the program. Furthermore, he/she will assist to identify and map potential referral mechanisms where returnees and other vulnerable population could access key services and support the program initiate relevant capacity building activities related to the referrals. The main tasks and responsibilities of the position in this regard are described below:

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Support the effective implementation of Migrant Protection, Return, and Reintegration (MPRR) activities, playing a vital role in the smooth execution of key initiatives.

• Support map referral partners, forging strategic alliances and promoting a collective approach to resource management in the context of migration-related interventions.

• Conduct comprehensive data collection and contribute to the analysis of ongoing development initiatives in areas identified as migration hotspots in Ethiopia, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning.

• Assist in proactively identify and establish partnerships with innovative private sector entities, fostering collaboration through well-facilitated partnership platforms.

• Assist with facilitating an inclusive platform to bring together potential partners, promote dialogue and collaboration for effective reintegration and enhanced management of migration in Ethiopia.

• Contribute to the operationalization of the National Referral Mechanism, a critical framework for coordinated action of stakeholders involved in migration management.

• Contribute to the identification of capacity-building needs by collecting and analyzing relevant information, allowing for targeted interventions and skills enhancement within the context of referral mechanisms and partnership development.

• Provide general technical and administrative support to relevant federal and regional government institutions and structures, fostering strong working relationships and facilitating cooperation to achieve programme goals.

• Support the development of knowledge management practices, to capture best practices and lessons learned and make them accessible to all program staff and stakeholders, contributing to continuous improvement and informed decision-making.

• Stay updated on the latest developments and best practices in migrant protection, reintegration, and other migration management topics, maintaining a well-informed perspective to drive effective decision-making.

• Provide valuable assistance in drafting concept notes, Terms of Reference (TORs), and agendas pertaining to specific capacity-building interventions, verifying clarity and relevance to support program objectives.

• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Educational Qualification

• BA Degree Public Administration, Management, International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Humanitarian Studies, and other related Social Science fields

Experience

• Five years relevant professional experience for Diploma holders or three years relevant professional experience for Degree.

• Experience in implementing migrant return and reintegration, livelihoods, capacity building and learning interventions with governmental and non-governmental actors at federal and grassroots levels is preferable.

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs is an asset.

• Experience in project management and implementation, including resource/financial management, project development, and monitoring and evaluation concept is preferable.

• Ability to develop suitable materials for capacity building.

• Proven analytical skill.

• Previous experience working for an international organization, particularly on migration related issues would be an asset.

• Familiarity with the work of UN agencies, and/or similar International organizations would be a plus.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.

• Ability to adapt technical knowledge and expertise to specific project or activities; ability to work with colleagues from different cultural and professional backgrounds; flexibility to perform and deliver in difficult and rapidly changing situations is essential.

• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

Languages

• Thorough knowledge of spoken and written English is required.

• Knowledge of the local languages is an advantage.

Values and 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.

• 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

• 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.

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 neighbouring 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 neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply

• Send your application letter enclosed with your updated CV to RECADDIS@iom.int ONLY. Please put the vacancy number, job title and the duty station you are applying for in the subject line i.e., “Application for Project Associate (Partnership and Referral), IOM-SVN/0079/2023, Addis Ababa”

Any application without this information in the subject line and that does not fulfill/attach the below-listed documents will be disqualified and excluded from the applications.

• Motivation/Application letter indicating the short vacancy number and position title as mentioned in the short vacancy notice.

• CV (written in English) with three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone) and Copies of all Academic Certificates from an Accredited University

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!

Posting Period:

From 28 July 2023 – 04 August 2023