II. Organizational Context and Scope
Since 2006, IOM has been implementing a range of humanitarian and development projects in all regions of Somalia. With 4.9 million people requiring humanitarian assistance in 2016, evolving mixed migration flows in and out of Somalia, increasing access and donor interest in Somalia, programmatic scope for IOM is growing rapidly. In this context, IOM Somalia is developing a multitude of concept notes and proposals and is therefore seeking for an incumbent to support the IOM Somalia’s project development and resource mobilization efforts.
Under the direct supervision of Project Development Officer and overall supervision by Chief of Mission, and in close coordination with colleagues from the Project Development and Monitoring Unit and programme units in Nairobi and the field, the incumbent will be primarily responsible for project conceptualization, proposal development, and donor report reviews.
III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Assist in drafting concept notes and proposals for potential donors and funding opportunities such as European Commission, European Commission's Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection department (ECHO), the African Development Bank, Common Humanitarian Fund, Central Emergency Respond Fund, and bilateral donors in IOM’s areas of interest.
- Assist with editing and reviewing initial drafts from programme and public information units, coordinating inputs for submission with programme units and liaising with regional office to receive submission approval.
- Assist with providing and coordinating inputs for information requests from Headquarters, the Regional Office, other IOM missions and external partners, such as donors, partner agencies, implementing partners, etc.
- Assist in the reviewing monitoring and evaluation tools and support in data entry and management.
- Support the facilitation of project inception and progress review meetings
- Update project tracking database.
- Support the development of training modules in project development and carry out trainings based on the needs identified.
- Assist in identifying potential and realistic funding opportunities by collecting donor information, liaising with potential donors, and attending coordination meetings.
- Assist in coordination with the public information unit to produce visibility materials for publicity to appeal to donors for resource mobilization (provision of content, editing).
- Assist in general administrative tasks.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Project Development Officer.
IV. Competencies
Behavioural:
a) Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) contributes to a collegial team environment; g) incorporates gender related needs, perspectives and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; h) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM; i) works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
Technical:
a) Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; b) effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country or regional objectives.
V. Personal Development
The incumbent will gain understanding of IOM and the UN system and develop skills in project development as well as monitoring and evaluation. He/she will also gain basic technical knowledge in IOM’s areas of intervention, including migration health, WASH, livelihoods, community based recovery and capacity building as well as gain insight into working in an international multi-cultural environment.
VI. Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in International Relations, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Some work experience, preferably in the international development/humanitarian sector.
- Work experience in technical writing, editing, and reporting. Work experience in donor relations and report writing for relevant donors would be an advantage.
- Some experience in and understanding of monitoring and evaluation concepts.
- Strong technical writing skills in English.
VII. Languages
Required
English
Fluent
Advantageous
Working knowledge of the local language in Kenya or Somalia
- Position Information
Vacancy No. SVN/IOMSO/021/2016
Position title Project Development and Monitoring Intern
Position grade International Intern
Duty station Nairobi, Coordination Office
Type of contract : 6 months (with possibility of extension)
Job family: Project Support
Organizational unit: Project Development and Monitoring
Reporting directly to Project Development Officer
Overall supervision by Chief of Mission
HOW TO APPLY:
Method of Application: Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating theVacancy Notice Number (SVN No) with three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone) to: recruitmentsomalia@iom.int
Position Information
Vacancy No.: SVN/IOMSO/021/2016
Position title Project Development and Monitoring Intern
Position grade International Intern
Duty station Nairobi, Coordination Office
Type of contract: 6 months (with possibility of extension)
Job family: Project Support
Organizational unit: Project Development and Monitoring
Reporting directly to Project Development Officer
Overall supervision by Chief of Mission
CLOSING DATE: 04 February 2016
ONLY SHORT-LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.
