Position Title : Consultant – Sub-National Cluster Coordinator
Duty Station : Nekemte, Ethiopia
Classification : Consultant, Grade OTHER
Type of Appointment : Consultant, Six month
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 22 September 2019
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.
Context:
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.
The successful candidate will support the ES/NFI Cluster to represent and coordinate the S/NFI response in Ethiopia by leading the sub-national S/NFI Cluster structure across both East, West Wellega, Oromia and Benishangul Gumuz regions.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Representing the ES/NFI Cluster at regional and zonal level with the regional government’s authorities, state representative’s institutions, local and national organizations, UNOCHA representation and donor agencies.
- Lead the S/NFI Cluster coordination hubs in East, West Wollega, Oromia, and Benishangul Region designing the regional (context specific) response plans and in assessing needs and gaps with frequent field travel from base in East/West Wollega, and to woreda centres where sub-cluster arrangements are established.
- Establish and maintain regular meeting schedule as required to discuss regionally adapted targets, debate on challenges, monitor progresses, and identify gaps and overlaps with all relevant cluster members active in their respective areas; organize ad-hoc meetings as required on the above.
- Promote attention to vulnerable groups and cross cutting issues including establishment of context specific beneficiary targeting criteria, context specific monitoring tools and Accountability to Affected Population strategy.
- Contribute directly to cross-cutting strategies and issues including but not exclusive to Housing Land and Property; cash modality for distribution; gender equity and protection.
- Monitor and identify issues under the above headings requiring advocacy to regional and zonal government; UNOCHA, and escalation to the Humanitarian Country Team; undertake such advocacy in consultation with the national Cluster Coordinator.
- Pro-actively contribute to security monitoring in the target area as it affects the ESNFI and wider humanitarian operation; alert UNDSS, UNOCHA and national Coordinator as appropriate regarding issues of concern
- In conjunction with the national coordinator, advocate for funding and materials needs for partners to address identified gaps.
- Contribute in the preparation and revision of contingency planning and preparedness processes at regional level.
- Actively engage new partner agencies to expand S/NFI Cluster participation and response and adapt cluster structures and operational models as required to optimally respond to the evolving situation.
- Actively participate and contribute to EOC and ICCG meeting at Regional and zonal level [as they occur].
- Lead regional reporting for the S/NFI Cluster in coordination with national Cluster Coordinator and Cluster Information Management Officer including contact list of ES/NFI actors working in the region.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Tangible and Measurable Outputs of the Work Assignment
• Co-chair the Shelter/NFI Sub-national Cluster Coordination meeting twice per months in each location one in Gimbi and one in Nekemte.
• Collect 5Ws every month from partners with operational presence in East/West Wellega and
Benishangul and ensure that the information corresponds with the national data set.
• Regularly updates the Operational Dashboard based on the inputs from partners
• Bi-weekly sectoral reports [to national cluster and OCHA, 24 reports overall via email or hardcopy]
Realistic Delivery Dates and Details as to how the work must be delivered
The detailed workplan and delivery dates will be confirmed directly with the successful candidate:
• Lead at least one needs assessment and response gap analysis to identify and address (emerging) gaps, obstacles, duplication, and cross-cutting issues including age, gender, environment — to be completed by third (3rd) month of the consultancy
• Facilitation of at least two cross cutting workshops (Targeting, PCM, Protection Mainstreaming — one conducted by third (3rd) month, second conducted by fifth (5th) month
• Operation Plan for the two zones and Benishangul — first (1st) month
• Mission end report including exit plan — Sixth (6th) month
Performance indicators for evaluation of results
• Satisfactory completion of tasks indicated in this ToR.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Disaster Management, International Relations, Conflict Management, Human Rights, Law, Architecture, Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Experience in project implementation and management experience, including project monitoring and reporting;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;
• Knowledge of shelter-related technical guidelines and standards;
• Experience in humanitarian programmes for migrants and capacity-building activities;
• Familiarity with financial and business administration;
• Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the region and related issues;
• Experience in working in environments with significant security challenges is an advantage;
• Knowledge of the region is an advantage.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of
Amharic, Oromiffa, French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
Note
The consultant must adhere to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Data
Protection Principles (IN/138) and maintain confidentiality.
The consultant will be responsible to follow IOM writing guidelines and latest glossaries in all given assignments for accurate translation.
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
• 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 – behavioural indicators
• 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. https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
No late applications will be accepted.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application/ motivation letter enclosed with only detail CV written in English via our e-mail address [email protected], by September 22,
2019 at the latest, referring the position title and Vacancy number in the subject line of your email; no photocopies of educational/training certificates is required at this stage; applicant who doesnt 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.
More Information
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