Senior Project Manager

Position Title: Senior Project Manager

Duty Station: To be determined

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 05 August 2024

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. External female candidates:
3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second-tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Crisis Coordinator and direct supervision of the Head of Programme for Gaza Response, the Senior Project Manager has the overall responsibility to lead the development, management and implementation of a United States Government (USG)-funded project liaising with relevant thematic officers and the donors’ points of contact. The Senior Project Manager will closely monitor and assess the activities under their respective project ensuring timely and professional implementation, capturing and reporting of agreed activities in line with IOM and donor requirements, providing relevant advice and guidance to programme teams on specific donor compliance requirements.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Initiate, plan and manage the overall implementation of the project, including exercising financial, logistical, administrative and technical management responsibility in accordance with IOM’s and donor’s policies, practices and global standards as well as relevant requirements, guidelines and grant agreements.
2. Develop the work plan and monitor project implementation; assess progress, challenges and issues such as deviations and bottlenecks and ensure corrective action is taken.
3. Promote and ensure the integration and mainstreaming of gender, protection, human rights and other pertinent cross-cutting issues into programme implementation.
4. Ensure the development of monitoring, evaluation, and reporting tools. Ensure the reflection and integration of new modalities, policies and practices, and methods for evaluation into the project formulation process to improve effectiveness and appropriateness, and the planning and delivery of processes. Oversee information management activities and requirements, including developing and preparing awareness raising and visibility materials, press releases, website updates and other relevant information-sharing materials.
5. Identify project possibilities and areas for project development in relation to needs, known capabilities and resources available. Assess the relative feasibility and impact of proposed projects. Formulate project proposals and submissions to donors for the funding of projects, negotiate with donor representatives, and play an active role in resources mobilization.
6. Develop and adjustmethodologies, contingency plans, approaches and standard operations procedures to respond to emerging challenges in the county through a consultative process with other relevant parties in the office.
7. Ensure all reporting requirements are met in a timely manner and in compliance with donor and IOM requirements, including the elaboration and dissemination of reports for donors, government and other key and strategic stakeholders.
8. Establish, strengthen and maintain liaison and partnerships with government entities, implementing partners, United Nation agencies, civil society, donors and other stakeholders.
9. Plan, develop, organize and deliver capacity building activities to build capacity of staff, partners, government officials, and other humanitarian actors.
10. Represent IOM in relevant conferences, working groups, workshops, steering committees, working groups, and other events and forums, including to promote IOM’s image, activities and objectives in the country/region.
11. Direct, manage and train project staff, and assess and improve performance.
12. Participate in and/or lead field missions and duty travel to advise and guide project staff, donors, authorities and other project partners to achieve project objectives.
13. Perform such other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, International Studies 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

• Extensive experience in USG-funded Programme Management, implementation and evaluation.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in staff management.
• Previous work experience in a rapid transition or post-conflict area.
• Demonstrated experience in liaising with governmental and authorities, international agencies (i.e., UN), and civil society organizations.
• Experience in project development, implementation, and reporting, including financial and budgetary aspects.

Skills

• Familiarity with inter-agency programme regulations of the UN and other donors;Proven record of establishing and maintaining good working relationships with governmental and diplomatic authorities, national, regional and international institutions, as well as civil society actors.
• Knowledge and Previous management of projects in OPT is a huge asset.
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of humanitarian related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.
• Sound judgment, ability to analyze information and make decisions rapidly to resolve operational problems.
• Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Strong leadership, management, and coordination ability.
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and backgrounds.
• Familiarity with financial systems, knowledge of the project management cycle and administrative and financial management skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic of another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian, 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

1 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 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 3

• 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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

• 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

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

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications HERE, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 05 August 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:

From 23.07.2024 to 05.08.2024

No Fees:

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.

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