Position Title : Programme Manager/Chief of Party
Duty Station : IOM Somalia in Nairobi*, Kenya
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Nine months with
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 24 March 2016
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.
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:
- Internal candidates
- Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech
Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia,
Guyana, Israel, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya,
Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua
New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland,
Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela
(Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa
- External female candidates.Context:
Under the supervision of the Chief of Mission of IOM Somalia, and the programmatic directives
from the Community Stabilization Unit (CSU) in Washington, DC – as outlined in the “IOM
Washington Corner’s Term of References”, the successful candidate will be responsible for the
overall coordination of activities of the IOM field programme in Somalia, funded by the Office of
Transition Initiatives (OTI). The OTI programme in Somalia is primarily a community-based,
small grants initiative implemented in close coordination with the donor, with communities in
priority areas, and with all levels of Government, particularly newly formed District
Administrations and regional state institutions. The Programme Manager/Chief of Party will
discharge a range of duties, provide overall guidance for the programme throughout the
programme’s geographic coverage, and serve as the primary point of contact for USAID/OTI
representatives in Nairobi, where both the OTI management and Programme Manager/Chief of
Party will be based for the foreseeable future.*
Core Functions / Responsibilities: *
- Have full financial, administrative and programmatic responsibility for all programme activities
in Somalia and ensure that IOM standards and operating modalities are met wherever the
programme is implemented. This includes direct responsibility for coordination in Nairobi with
both the USAID/OTI team and the IOM Mission on key programmatic, financial, logistical and
management matters.
- Conceptualize and design programme strategies and resource allocation in line with
prioritized locations under the OTI portfolio, with a particular focus on areas recently recovered
by the Federal Government of Somalia but also in support of the regional state formation
process and broader peace, security and state building government targets.
- In this regard, supervise and coordinate the work of the Deputy Chief of Party, based in
Somalia, on a daily basis to ensure the programme strategies, implementation modalities and
systems are aligned with the overall project objectives and expectations of OTI.
- Work closely with USAID/OTI counterparts on a regular basis to ensure donor relations
remain strong and to maintain a frequent dialogue with USAD/OTI toward addressing any
concerns or problems. Particularly in the development of programme strategy, the Programme
Manager will work to build concurrence with USAID/OTI counterparts.
- Manage the relationship with USAID/OTI, predominantly in Nairobi but also during field
missions to Somalia, and work in close coordination with the Head of the CSU in Washington,
DC as part of IOM’s global strategic partnership with USAID/OTI.
- Hire and train all international programme staff as well as create, deploy and periodically
fine-tune all programmatic systems, including database management, procurement, financial
tracking, accounting and audit compliance. Ensure that all departments are coordinating
together smoothly to achieve the programme objectives and supervise all in-country
international and national staff.
- In close conjunction with the management of the IOM Mission, the programme’s Field
Security Officer, and in accordance with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security
(UNDSS) requirements, be responsible for the safety and security of all individuals
implementing the programme. This includes ensuring that appropriate security information is
regularly and appropriately disseminated and that relevant safety and security training is
conducted in coordination with IOM’s Staff Security Unit (SSU) when required.
- Undertake regular field missions, security permitting, to oversee the project implementation,
participate in state and non-state coordination fora and to build relations with key institutions.
- Assess, develop a plan for, and oversee all related contracting staff, technical experts or
service providers in relation to the programme.
- Liaise with international and national counterparts to further the development and enhance
the objectives of the programme. Seek programmatic partnerships and synergies when
appropriate with other humanitarian and development partners and government entities.
- Establish and support regularly updated systems for evaluating the political, security and
recovery context as well as the emerging frameworks, programmes and priorities of broader
state and non-state stabilization actors.
- Actively consult with a wide range of sources, including management of the IOM Mission
and IOM Washington, in order to continually assess the full context of the programme in the
country and within the region, including in relation to other IOM programmes and priorities in the
country.
- Responsible for continually developing the programme throughout its areas of operation in
accordance with programme objectives, updated strategic priorities, project successes, donor
interests and UN security constraints.
- Supervise the tracking of all programme expenditures to ensure budget recommendations
are met, that all grant management and financial tracking instruments are reconciled and that all
funds are spent in accordance with IOM standards and donor expectations. In coordination with
the relevant IOM Mission departments, HQs and others, ensure the timely submission of
financial reports to the donor.
- Responsible for regular reporting on the programme, including all financial, narrative and
database requirements, and ensure regular and proactive coordination with programme
counterparts in the CSU in Washington, DC in support of the OTI 4-Corner management model.
- In close coordination with the USAID/OTI Country Representative, ensure that small grant
initiatives and related community and government relationships are developed in accordance
with programme goals and objectives.
- Act as the primary contact for the programme in work across multiple sectors that include,
but are not limited to, health, education, municipal infrastructure, the promotion of Somalia arts,
culture and sports, addressing youth at risk, , peaceful co-existence, strategic communications,
water and sanitation and support initiatives that for counter violent extremism.
- Develop and enforce anti-corruption measures and strengthen existing measures including
the implementation of a sound Monitoring and Evaluation system to ensure the transparent use
of donor funds. Report corruption issues to the donor according to established procedures.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.*Required Qualifications and Experience:*
Education **
• Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Development Studies and Planning, or a
related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional
experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.Experience
• Progressive responsibility and with demonstrated supervisory experience in staff, security,
budget and office management;
• At least five years of field and operational experience in programme formulation,
implementation and evaluation;
• conflict
area, with some of this experience having been with USAID/OTI;
• grants programing, infrastructure
works, procurement and civil-society strengthening highly desirable;
• Thorough knowledge of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security protocols and
experience working in a Phase III or above security environment;
• Experience managing staff from diverse environments and backgrounds and in UNDSS
phased security areas.Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of local language(s) is an advantage.Note
Appointment is subject to funding confirmation.*Desirable Competencies:*
Behavioral **
• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external
stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of
self and others.
• plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of
responsibility;
• displays mastery of subject matter
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs,
perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs
of IOM.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.
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:
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 24 March 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to:
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 11.03.2016 to 24.03.2016
Requisition: SVN 2016/33 (P) - Programme Manager/Chief of Party (P4) - IOM Somalia in Nairobi
(54759356) Released
Posting: Posting NC54759369 (54759369) Released
Posting Channel: Internal Candidates
