Project Manager (MPA) 82 views0 applications

Position Title : Project Manager (MPA)

Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, nine months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 05 August 2021

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 is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Burundi, the direct supervision of the Migration Management Coordinator, and in coordination with the Senior Regional Migrant Protection and Assistance Specialist in the Regional Office for East and Horn of Africa in Nairobi, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting with the implementation, monitoring and effective coordination of the Migrant Protection & Assistance (MPA) programme and activities of Burundi Country Office (CO), particularly related to Counter-Trafficking. The Project Manager (MPA) will also support in maintaining contacts with relevant government authorities and technical partners, and will also contribute to developing and promoting IOM’s Migrant Protection policy in Burundi.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Act as primary Focal Point for all Migrant Protection and Assistance programming, support and coordinate all related activities in Burundi CO.
2. Coordinate the work and provide technical support to the MPA Programme staff, as well as to the Consultants recruited to support and/or undertake specific MPA activities.
3. Promote dialogue, information-sharing and cooperation among Government and non-governmental actors on MPA priority areas for cooperation for Burundi CO.
4. Contribute and support in the provision of direct assistance to victims of trafficking and other exploited persons with a focus on ensuring, to the extent possible, the physical safety and protection of victims of trafficking and other exploited persons, including but not limited to adapting case management and risk assessment practices.
5. Contribute and provide technical inputs in the design and delivery of training programming for government and civil society stakeholders, including law enforcement, immigration and government officials, as well as civil society organizations, on preventing and combating trafficking in persons, irregular migration, and protection of exploited persons.
6. Identify and, wherever possible, cultivate operational synergies within and between IOM projects and other organizations and agencies.
7. Provide accurate and timely monitoring and evaluation of assigned MPA projects, ensuring that all activities are properly tracked and recorded.
8. Supervise the work of the local Implementing Partners (IP) and related community-based organizations, including the contribution to the grant supervision of local IPs.
9. Coordinate and ensure the maintenance of project documentation and information.
10. Ensure that confidentiality and the right to privacy is maintained regarding confidential information as per IOM policy.
11. In accordance with structured reporting requirements, prepare regular project reports and donor reports according to donor requirements of all MPA Programme activities undertaken.
12. Coordinate the preparation of external correspondence and managing internal correspondence.
13. Contribute to the design, development, and fundraising for new MPA projects.
14. Participate at the relevant stakeholder meetings in Burundi, provide presentations and conduct training briefings, as required.
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Science, Law, Human Rights, International Affairs or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience and excellent knowledge of the thematic area, including the international legal framework and rights-based approaches;

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and

NGOs;

• Relevant experience with an International Governmental Organization a distinct advantage; and,

• Working experience in the Region is an advantage.

Skills

• Good knowledge of project formulation, administration and evaluation techniques and practices;

• Good level of computer literacy, including database applications;

• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate administrative activities;

• Excellent written, communication and negotiation skills;

• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results; and,

• Capacity to work effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.

Languages

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

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in French and English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

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Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

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 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 – behavioural 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: 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:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

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

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.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.