Job Description

Introduction

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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer, the incumbent will be responsible to support MEAL activities.

1. Assist in drafting Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEAL) plans for project/programme, data collection tools and templates in applicable local languages, and assist in the completion of regular data collection process.
2. Collect case studies, document best practices, and record lessons learned to ensure information is regularly updated and maintained in project reports and other knowledge management products.
3. Assist in verifying and validating collected data for accuracy.
4. Conduct site visits, face-to-face meetings, facilitate focus group discussions (FGDs) and other MEAL-related activities for the specific project/programme, in close collaboration with the project/programme teams.
5. Assist in presenting the key findings of the MEAL-related activities to IOM staff, donors, and project stakeholders in form of briefs, presentations and reports.
6. Assist project/programme teams in the preparation of periodic reports and ad hoc updates by providing relevant MEAL information for their specific project/programme.
7. Assist project/programme teams in maintaining PRIMA MEAL-related modules with up-to-date information in line with IOM MEAL policies.
8. Serve as the primary focal point for the mission’s Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), including oversight of the Complaint and Feedback Mechanism (CFM).
9. Ensure confidentiality and ethical handling of sensitive information.
10. Assist in maintaining the mission’s database and ensure data integrity and accuracy, in accordance with Data Protection Policies.
11. Support the preparation of internal institutional reports, as well as external reports, by gathering relevant information and submitting reports through tools and systems such as UNInfo.
12. Participate in IOM and other MEAL-related training, workshops and events with further cascading knowledge to the IOM colleagues.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school degree with four five years of relevant professional experience; or
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited academic institution (preferably in International Relations, Political Science, Statistics or related field) with at least three years of relevant work experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in data collection, needs assessments, and report writing.
• Experience in preparing technical requirements documents and converting specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis.
• Experience in working in humanitarian/development context.
  

Skills

• Strong reporting and writing skills in English and applicable local language and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in KOBO or similar mobile data collection tools including XLS form and data visualization tools.
• Knowledge of the project cycle running humanitarian/development projects and/or programme.
  Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds.
• High degree of judgment and initiative, ability to work with a high degree of independence as well as in team.
• Valid driver's licence and driving skills
  

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English, Albanian and Serbian (oral and written) is required.

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

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
  

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 1

• 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

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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.

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

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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