Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Argentina
Closing date: 05 Mar 2019
Position Title : Regional Project Officer
Duty Station : Buenos Aires, Argentina
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 05 March 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.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cook Islands, Cuba, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Grenada, Guyana, Iceland, Kiribati, Comoros, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Saint Lucia, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Palau, Paraguay, Solomon Islands, Seychelles, Suriname, Sao Tome and Principe, Eswatini,
Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director for South America and the direct supervision of the Senior Regional Project Coordinator in Regional Office for South America in Buenos Aires, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and providing guidance for the development, management and implementation of projects in countries and at regional level under the regional programme portfolio that are part of IOM’s response to the Venezuela migration crisis response.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
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Support the management and implementation in countries and at regional level of projects under the regional programme portfolio that are part of IOM’s response to the Venezuela migration crisis response.
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Liaise with IOM missions on ongoing IOM programmes in programming in response to the Venezuelan flows under the supervision of the Programme Coordinator and in close coordination with the Reg Specialist in Strategic Partnerships.
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Ensure adherence to workplans, regular monitoring of activities and timely reporting according to donor specifications maintaining updated monitoring tools. Support the implementation of project activities and ensure the coordination and coherence of projects and activities at national level.
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Support monitoring of financial reports and expenditures of all projects related to IOM’s programming response to Venezuelan migration crisis to ensure efficient management and adequate burn rate.
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Ensure close linking with the regional thematic specialists on arising challenges as identified in a pro-active and timely manner.
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Prepare progress and other required reports and ensure that project data and information is archived and shared appropriately.
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Promote and support project development according to the needs and situation analysis ran throughout the region in accordance to IOM project development standards and in coordination with the RKMO.
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Closely monitor the social environment in which IOM is operating to ensure pro-active, timely and transparent project adjustments as required.
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Ensure coherent, precise and continuous public information through the support of issuing of regular press notes, representation of projects on social media etc., in close collaboration with the area of Communications.
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Analyse the progress and implementation of the work plan, identify and document the significant events of the projects, decisions, challenges or deviations and prepare reports regularly. Be able to report on progress in implementation, especially in relation to the fulfilment of the objectives and financial execution.
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Prepare and review interim, final and ad-hoc technical and financial reports. Ensure systems are in place to allow for an adequate exchange of information about policies and operational aspects of projects between IOM, donors and other interested parties.
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Ensure timely and coherent project planning, including logistics or recruitment processes at regional and national levels as relate to IOM programming in response to the Venezuela migration crises. In close collaboration with the procurement and logistics unit, coordinate the support of release and delivery of required materials and items to the respective sites in a timely manner, and provide relevant documentation and pipeline projections for planning purposes.
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Contribute to the development of new projects and or multi-sectoral programming.
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Effectuate assistance and monitoring trips related to project management.
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Provide consistent updates and advice to the Coordinator of the Regional Coordination Platform for Refugees and Migrants regarding the execution of the relevant projects and programs, to ensure coherence, integrity and the promotion and establishment of strategic programs.
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Keep informed of policies, international standards, specific developments in the region and good practices, particularly the protection of vulnerable people to improve future assistance programs.
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Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in political or social sciences, business administration, international relations, law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Substantial experience in the design and implementation and development of projects with large-scale donations, with experience in the field of research, monitoring and / or evaluation;
• Proven experience with strategic planning approaches, information / data analysis, budget control and report writing;
• Solid knowledge in program planning and implementation of objectives;
• Great ability to understand, develop and implement administrative and financial control procedures;
• Experience in management of work teams;
• Previous experience working on social projects, such as strengthening social inclusion and promoting the rights of migrants and refugees.
Languages
Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Working knowledge of Portuguese and/or French is an advantage.
Desirable Competencies:
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.
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.
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.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 05 March 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to:
http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 20.02.2019 to 05.03.2019
Requisition: SVN 2019/63 (P) – Regional Project Officer (P3) – Buenos Aires, Argentina (55836776) Released
Posting: Posting NC55836779 (55836779) Released
