Job Experience: Experience of 7 – 9 years

Senior Regional WASH Programme Manager (P4)

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Regional Director for Operations and the direct supervision of the Senior Regional Emergency and Post Crisis Specialist, and the technical oversight of the Global WASH Coordinator, the Senior Regional WASH Programme Manager will be responsible for the successful implementation and overall management of the Horn of Africa initiative to enhance, promote and expand disaster risk reduction in water and climate change and to build resilience among cross-border communities across Somalia and Kenya under the EPC Unit of the IOM Regional Office. In particular, the Senior Regional WASH Programme Manager will provide expert technical advice, design and lead field monitoring and evaluation of programmes, ensure tracking systems are consolidated, and build and disseminate evidence of programme achievements across the HoA.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Manage the overall implementation of the Horn of Africa initiative to enhance, promote and expand disaster risk reduction in water and climate change and to build resilience among cross-border communities across the Somalia and Kenya project portfolio, guaranteeing that the scope, budget, time and quality are in accordance with the different project’s specifications, donor requirements and IOM rules and regulations.
Provide expert technical advice and support to WASH programs in the region to develop, guide and support capacity building of country-based WASH programs in coordination with the Global WASH Coordinator.
Proactively identify program development opportunities in line with Regional Economic Communities (REC) and national development plans in the region, expand resource mobilization avenues, new thematic areas of technical intervention and strategic partnerships that would promote the expansion of IOM’s Regional WASH portfolio.
In coordination with the Global WASH Coordinator and the RTS EPC, represent IOM and the Regional Office (RO) Nairobi on technical WASH matters in inter-agency settings, including actively participating in the EWASH fora and regional and international meeting/workshops, present and advocate for IOM operational policies, strategies, results and lessons learned in workshops, seminars and conferences, and substantively contribute to inter-agency publications and reports, ensuring that IOM capabilities at global and regional levels are well reflected.
Review, revise and/or endorse project concept notes and proposals for WASH related projects in the region on behalf of and in coordination with the Global WASH Coordinator, RO EPC team and Regional Support Unit.
Ensure appropriate and timely resource mobilization for WASH programming in the region.
Review and assess lessons learned from previous WASH programmes in the region and prepare ground for developing appropriate regional initiatives geared towards advancing institutional learning in relevant thematic areas.
Organize, lead and/or participate in periodic knowledge networking e-discussions with IOM WASH national focal points, project managers and national and regional partners; provide authoritative advice and exchange experiences and lessons learned on migration crisis and transition recovery management.
Actively liaise with the other UN and INGO partners and government/regional authorities and entities and any other relevant stakeholder to ensure that WASH activities are coordinated according to agreed standards, to avoid duplication, violation of national regulations or contravention of operational agreements set by the partners and donors in the region.
Ensure that the WASH program are driven by a sound Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework that leads to continuous improvement and fine-tuning of systems and processes.
Lead and/or participate in external and internal performance and impact evaluations and other quality assurance activities.
Ensure the integration of cross-cutting issues, such as Gender Based Violence (GBV), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Environment, Conflict Sensitivity, Protection, Resilience and DRR, in WASH programming in the region.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Public Health 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 professional experience.

Experience

Field experience in a complex humanitarian emergency or post-conflict in Somalia or in the region;
Experience in at least two larger recovery and development projects in Somalia or in the region, including proposal development, technical designing, implementation and M&E activities;
Experience in working in UN or international organization;
Experience and good record in liaising, partnership and engagement with government institutions and donors in Somalia or in the region;
Extensive experience and proven track record on program/project implementation and management in Somalia or in the region;
Experience of multi-tasking skills as well ability to manage competing priorities under pressure and meeting deadlines; and,
Experience and good knowledge of Somalia culture and in the African region is an advantage.

Skills

In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
Knowledge of analytical skills; and,
Good knowledge of software applications including drawing and designing CAD, spreadsheet, database, statistical packages and Microsoft software.

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 Somali 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

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.

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November 5, 2024
Legal Protection Program Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent will oversee the day to day running of the legal protection program, supervise protection staff and provide leadership. The incumbent will also spearhead provision of timely, effective and quality protection responses to persons of concern.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide leadership to protection staff and manage the unit’s workflow relating to refugee protection activities, whilst ensuring adherence to relevant national and international laws and sector standards.
Facilitate the establishment of community-based protection mechanisms and support.
Maintain and develop relationships with Key stakeholders and partners to advocate for the rights of refugees.
Ensure timely reporting and contribute to resource mobilization and other organizational development efforts.
Ensure implementation of protection related to Age, Gender, and Diversity in the program.
Monitor and report program activities to ensure quality of work vis-a-vis contractual and grant commitments while ensuring the impact is realized.
Contribute to initiatives to enhance national and local protection capacities.
Undertake routine correspondence, draft reports and compile statistics for the protection program.
Develop strategic partnerships through participation in coordination meetings.
Participate and inform resource mobilization, strategic planning, and implementation of projects.
Provide legal representation, support and advise.
Performing other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

A minimum of master’s degree in law, Gender Studies, Community Development Studies, Social Science and/or other related fields of study
Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)
Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.
Admission to the bar and a current practicing certificate.
7 – 9 years working in a management position with at least 3 years in Project Management, monitoring and evaluation with a specific focus legal protection.
Demonstrated experience working directly with Refugees
Knowledge of international legal frameworks governing refugees, human rights/human rights law preferred,
Excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent interviewing and counselling skills and ability to interact with refugee populations, strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
Strong analytical, managerial, leadership and team building skills;
Strong computer skills, in particular Microsoft Office, excellent organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in English, knowledge of Kiswahili
Ability to work and supervise a team, maintain respect for diversity, uphold integrity, respect and accountability
Self-starter with an ability to work with minimal supervision, in a culturally diverse team
Excellent Analytical, Communication and Report writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders.
Knowledge of corporate governance, risk and control.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Cooperative Advisor-Project Lead

The Role:

As a Senior Cooperative Advisor and Project Lead for the Agri-Grade pilot, you will provide technical and administrative support to the AgriGRADE program’s activities in Kenya to create positive impacts by building professional cooperatives and farmer organizations. You will be finally responsible for the successful coordination of the Agri-Grade pilot initiative in close collaboration with the Agri-Grade partners and local stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Relevant Bachelor or Master qualification in Agricultural Economics, AgriScience or Agri-business, Climate Resilient Agriculture, Management and Business Administration, Development Studies, or relevant and related subjects.
Minimum 10 years of progressive responsibility work experience in managing and implementing multi-faceted donor-funded development projects.
Minimum 7 years of experience in domains related to subjects such as Agricultural development, agri-business development, climate change and climate resilience, business and financial development, market development, private sector engagement.

Experience & Competencies

Pilot Lead: Support in the development and implementation of the AgriGRADE pilot project in Kenya, including reporting and development of program pipeline deliverables.
Partnership Management: Support the collaboration between Agriterra and the Agri-Grade partners (OikoCredit, IDH, ScopeInsight) including other relevant development organizations, government institutions and service providers.
Project Management and Leadership: Lead, manage, coach, guide, supervise and motivate the project team, partners, and relevant stakeholders. Prepare resource estimation based on forecast to attract and recruit staff timely.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Regional Human Resources Business Partner – P4 Senior Geographic Information System (GIS) Assistant Regional Administrative and Finance Officer (HAP) (P2)

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Policy Advice

Advise staff and managers on HR policies, guidelines and practices;
Provide quality advice to develop innovative HR approaches and solutions to complex problems;
Propose business cases and provide justifications for revising or drafting policies, as well as contribute to institutional policy reviews; and,
Ensure the implementation of HR policies and practices by managers, HR Focal Points and other non-HR staff involved in the implementation of HR policies and processes at the CO and RO level providing timely advice, guidance and ensuring follow-up as appropriate.

Performance Management and Staff Development

Manage the implementation of all corporate talent management programmes, while ensuring local relevance (performance appraisal system (PAS) succession planning, global mobility, staff development, etc.) and initiatives in the Region working closely with other actors in the DHR, HQ and Administrative Centres;
In collaboration with relevant managers, support leadership in strengthening the links between individual performance and delivery of strategic priorities, and effective management of underperformance;
Advise staff on career development, and support managers in continuous capacity building and developing staff management capabilities;
In collaboration with DHR/Occupational Health Unit/Staff Welfare, provide support on identifying and managing complex cases (e.g. performance, health, medevac and separations);
Work directly with staff members in Regions and Country Offices on skill/learning needs assessments, and contribute to design and implementation of customized learning interventions;
Advise and support in the design and implementation of interventions to support organizational effectiveness and high performing teams;
Participate as a team member in HR projects, working groups, task forces, etc. within and outside the Region; and,
Under the guidance of the SRRMO, act as an integral member of the Regional Office Leadership Team, providing input on workforce planning, staffing trends and needs, implementation of HR initiatives/programs and current people issues/solutions.
Planning and Analytics, and Workforce Management
Use HR analytics proactively to understand the staffing trends in the Region;
Advise and assist managers in analyzing staffing needs, taking into account existing and anticipated work requirements and institutional goals/objectives; and,
Contribute to the development and implementation of the Annual Regional Plan (e.g. workforce analysis, recruitment, staff performance, staff development, career development and succession) in consultation with key stakeholders to support the delivery of IOM’s People Strategy.

Organizational Design and Structures

Advise and guide the Region’s managers to set up organizational structures to address the operational needs of and account for the complexity involved in accomplishing business objectives;
Ensure and promote the use of Generic Positions Descriptions to maintain consistency within and outside the region; and,
Reviews classification requests before submission to HQ for evaluation and liaise with the Classification Team to assess the need for desk audit and to facilitate the process.

Recruitment and Staffing

Guide all recruitment activities of national and international staff, including high level national posts at Country and Regional level, and provide advisory services as required;
Provide guidance to Country Offices, as need, on staffing matters;
Advise on recruitment and administration of national and international Individual Consultants;
Work with regional bodies, academic institutions, and Non-Governmental Organizations to identify sources of talents;
Provide guidance and facilitate the induction, orientation, and integration of new staff members in the Region as needed; ensure staff exit interviews are conducted;
Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the Region through active participation in the HR community of practice;
Contribute to building awareness and understanding of HR policies through knowledge sharing across the Region; and,
Provide oversight and guidance to staff/team members on HR matters.
Undertake Travel on Duty as necessary;
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, Organizational Design, 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

Experience at International level managing complex human resources (HR) issues, in a multicultural setting; operational or field experience in HR in the multi-lateral or international NGO context.
Experience working in transformational HR projects with specialization in one or more HR disciplines, including recruitment, performance management, career development, administrative law, succession planning, training and staff development, or workforce analytics.
Experience in the Region with international organizations is advantageous.

Skills

Knowledge of HR management concepts and practices in the various HR disciplines. Knowledge of UN HR rules, regulations and policies is an asset.
Ability to position HR as a strategic business partner with multiple stakeholders. Ability to interpret and apply HR policy in a consistent and transparent manner.

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 French and other official UN Languages (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and 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

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. Page 4 / 6
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.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Coordinator – Recovery and Resilience – P4 Project Support Officer (P2) Programme Officer (Emergency and Stabilization) (P2)

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Oversee and coordinate the formulation of country specific policies, strategies pertaining to emergencies, peace, human mobility in the context of climate change, and identify and develop new programmes to address emerging needs in Kenya.
In close collaboration with the Chief of Mission and Head of Programme and Policy
Development, ensure that all components of relevant projects, programmes, and activities operate in a coherent and mutually supportive manner, ensuring a smooth coordination among all partners and stakeholders.
Support IOM’s engagement in relevant forums by providing strategic and operational inputs, including representation of IOM, together with the Chief of Mission and Head of Programme and
Policy Development in relevant meetings, forums, and platforms.
Ensure adequate IOM’s response preparedness by:
Improving coordination in the response preparedness capacity of programmes;
Verifying and facilitating alignment of programmatic response preparedness with inter-agency common planning frameworks; and,
Coordinating the implementation of the preparedness efforts envisaged by IOM in relevant thematic areas.
Recommend how cross cutting issues including gender, age, education, disability, environment, and protection can be better incorporated for further enhancement of IOM’s programming leaving no one behind.
Guide and supervise staff responsible for the implementation of relevant projects and programmes. Coordinate and provide training to staff to promote a common understanding and knowledge of ways and means to strengthen programming.
Identify new opportunities for the relevant portfolio and participate in the development of project proposals in coordination with relevant Programme/Project Managers and Units in the
Mission, the Regional Office, and HQ.
Ensure the provision of timely, accurate, standardized, and adequate information to all relevant stakeholders on relevant IOM interventions, paying special attention to the situation concerning the vulnerable groups. Establish and strengthen liaison with donor representatives and periodically brief them on current and planned programmes in order to mobilize necessary resources.
Undertake duty travel relating to need assessments, project monitoring, liaison with counterparts, problem solving, and new project development, as required.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

Master’s degree in international relations, Social Sciences, Disaster Management,
International relations, Conflict Management, Human Rights/ Law, Information Management, 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

Professional experience in the field of emergency and humanitarian affairs, transition and recovery programming, knowledge on global policies and guidelines related to humanitarian affairs and recovery and resilience responses;
Experience working in implementation and delivery of humanitarian response and recovery & resilience projects in a variety of contexts is a must;
Strong project implementation and management experience, including project monitoring and reporting an advantage;
Demonstrated experience in policy ad strategy development;
Experience working in complex settings that requires sound judgment, and operational flexibility;
Previous solid work experience in East and Horn of Africa and IGAD Region in a similar capacity with humanitarian agencies, in particular the UN, is a strong advantage; and
Recent experience in managing multi-cultural teams in challenging circumstances to effectively meet programming goals.

Skills

Good knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization and experience in the field of emergency response, recovery, and resilience with the UN, international organizations, and non-governmental organizations;
Strong Ability to supervise interventions and coordinate administrative activities;
Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;
Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office and regional objectives;
Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments;
Coordinates actions with all relevant actors and makes use of coordination structures;
Supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, external partners, other IOM offices, and all other relevant actors;
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners;
Makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information;
Ability to think both creatively and strategically;
Good interpersonal communication and presentation skills; and,
Supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, external partners, other IOM offices, and all other relevant actors.

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.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Supply Officer PPH Officer

Duties

Analyse the existing infrastructure and ensure that it is optimally aligned with the operational needs.
Coordinate and manage all activities pertaining to the supply chain function including planning, sourcing, transport, shipping, customs clearance, warehousing, asset and fleet management in the operation.
Coordinate and manage the procurement process to ensure timely, costeffective and adequate delivery of commodities and services to support operational needs.
Develop relevant contacts and build constructive relations with government authorities, implementing partners, UN agencies and others, to foster mutual cooperation for the timely delivery of relief items avoiding bottlenecks such as streamlining customs clearance processes.
Set up and adapt standard supply chain structures to the local environment that are consistent with the operational needs.
Support and guide the office should they need additional office space or extensions to their office leases, lease hold improvements or other construction. Carry out the procurement aspect of the establishment of office leases or extensions.
Coordinate with CBI stakeholders the design and implementation of the market assessment and market monitoring to determine if CBI is option. Carry out the procurement action to contract Financial Service Providers (FSP).
Identify partners for supply chain projects based on objectives, priorities, strengths and resources of the Partner and/or contractor, according to criteria consistent with UNHCR rules and regulations.
Identify, assess and select vendors based on their capability for delivering commodities and services. Maintain vendor and item master databases.
Implement effective asset and fleet management that regularly monitors the asset/fleet pool, increase efficiency and safeguards the investment of the organisation.
Draw up plans for the disposal and replacement of old and obsolete asset and coordinate with SMS on the proper disposal of assets.
Analyse the quality of commodities and services delivered in relation to the needs of the location and established quality standards.
Coordinate activities of Partners and/or contractors performing supply related activities, and ensure that they understand and adhere to relevant UNHCR rules and procedures. Ensure Supply participation in the multifunctional teams for partner verification.
Establish and maintain an efficient and skilled workforce that is capable of supporting ongoing operations.
Maintain an uptodate overview of the location`s supply chain capacity and preparedness, as well as, that of its partners to ensure that adequate capacity exist also to cover emergencies.
Monitor the quality and accuracy of supply chain related data in relevant business systems. Compile and analyse statistical information, identify trends and developments in supply chain related matters that will assist in decision making.
Resolve difficulties in the local supply chain by finding solutions to problems and bottlenecks, and provide regular reports on supply chain activities, the status of requests and the availability of items in the supply chain.
Disseminate, promote commitment to and monitor compliance with UNHCR’s global policies, standards and guidance on supply chain management.
Ensure effective information flow in the supply chain and adapt process and documents to the prevailing environment.
Coordinate the work of the supply units so as to achieve operational objectives in a timely and costeffective manner. Ensure the effective and efficient use of financial and material resources within the rules and procedures of UNHCR.
Prepare plans for delivery of relief items according to UNHCR’s short and medium term requirements.
Plan and develop an effective procurement plan for the geographical area of responsibility taking into account local procurement options. Use procurement planning tools and DEMANTRA demand planning.
Ensure adequate capacity to respond to an emergency and develop contingency plans for the supply function as part of the operational plan.
Act as exofficio for the related contract committee. Review and/or clear procurement cases for the relevant procurement authority.
Assess the environment and situation in which a supply operation will take place. Implement supply operations in the best manner possible through elimination of obstacles.
Sustain the supply chain’s capacity throughout an emergency and ensure an efficient flow of relief items to the persons of concern. Rapidly respond to changing needs and quickly reallocate resources when required.
Implement practical projects to improve supply performance that has clear objectives, timescales, tasks and resources defined. Monitor the project execution against the plans and take action when actual implementation deviates from plans.
Perform other related duties as required.

In the Regional Bureaux:

Advise Country Operation on how to implement supply operations based on interpretations of the situation and conclusions to how the operation can be best implemented.
Ensure that global Supply policies are understood by all Supply teams in the region by offering summaries and relevant interpretations in the regional context.
Seek opportunities for regionalizing and streamlining Supply operations where operational advantage can be achieved
Track the progress of specific periodic operations and provide guidance that ensures timely implementation.
Organize and deliver training at regional level in the different Supply functions such as procurement, logistics, asset and fleet management.
Coach and advise individuals or Supply teams as requested.
Tracks global Supply KPIs for the region and devise regional ones as required.
Monitor all periodic Supply exercises such as monthly reconciliations, quarterly physical inventory exercises, yearend accounts closure procedures and ensure that they are implemented throughout the region.
Regularly visit country operations and their Supply teams including visits to camps and other operational sites, provide oversight and support within the operational context.
Provide a diagnostic on MSRP management reports for country operations, and coordinating with the Regional Supply Coordinator for necessary followup to ensure that data, in particular stocks accurately and completely reflect the reality in the warehouses.
Review country financial reports and work with the Country Operations Supply Team leaders to address red areas relating to Supply aspects of operations.
Ensure that country needs assessment plans are established, combine them into regional procurement plans and monitor their timely implementation and changes based on operational needs.
Monitor and advise operations on import and customs clearance (as required) to resolve and ensure bottlenecks a smooth flow of goods to the operations.
Ensure coordinated emergency deployments of supply staff in consultation with SMS to countries in the Bureau.
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level

For P4/NOD 9 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 8 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 7 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree

Field(s) of Education

Supply Chain Management; Business Administration; International Commerce; Engineering or other relevant field.
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Certificates and/or Licenses

Certificate from Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supplies, e.g. CFIPS, CMIPS, MCIPS
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential

Proficient knowledge of logistics/supply systems with proven experience at previous work positions, preferably UN. Good working knowledge and experience in handling contract issues in the context of UN policies and standards. Experience in contract negotiations; ability to provide technical guidance to subordinate staff; ability to plan and organise work assignments, often under close deadlines. Proven ability to deal with multiple tasks with speed, in a courteous and service oriented manner. Proven ability to manage a team.

Desirable

Database management skills and experience and working knowledge of ERP systems, ideally of UNHCR¿s MSRP Supply Chain Module would be an advantage. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to deal with persons of different cultural and educational backgrounds. Technical knowledge of types of services, supplies and goods purchased by UNHCR for Headquarters, Regional and Field Offices would be an advantage. Relevant training, such as CIPS, or other public procurement trainings. Knowledge of UN and UNHCR Financial Regulations and Rules relating to procurement and UNHCR Chapter 8. Aviation services knowledge for movements of goods/passengers.

Functional Skills

UNUN/UNHCR Administrative Rules, Regulations and Procedures
SCSupply Planning
SCUN/UNHCR Procurement Rules and Procedures
DMDatabase Management
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements

For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Supply Officer PPH Officer

Duties

Analyse the existing infrastructure and ensure that it is optimally aligned with the operational needs.
Coordinate and manage all activities pertaining to the supply chain function including planning, sourcing, transport, shipping, customs clearance, warehousing, asset and fleet management in the operation.
Coordinate and manage the procurement process to ensure timely, costeffective and adequate delivery of commodities and services to support operational needs.
Develop relevant contacts and build constructive relations with government authorities, implementing partners, UN agencies and others, to foster mutual cooperation for the timely delivery of relief items avoiding bottlenecks such as streamlining customs clearance processes.
Set up and adapt standard supply chain structures to the local environment that are consistent with the operational needs.
Support and guide the office should they need additional office space or extensions to their office leases, lease hold improvements or other construction. Carry out the procurement aspect of the establishment of office leases or extensions.
Coordinate with CBI stakeholders the design and implementation of the market assessment and market monitoring to determine if CBI is option. Carry out the procurement action to contract Financial Service Providers (FSP).
Identify partners for supply chain projects based on objectives, priorities, strengths and resources of the Partner and/or contractor, according to criteria consistent with UNHCR rules and regulations.
Identify, assess and select vendors based on their capability for delivering commodities and services. Maintain vendor and item master databases.
Implement effective asset and fleet management that regularly monitors the asset/fleet pool, increase efficiency and safeguards the investment of the organisation.
Draw up plans for the disposal and replacement of old and obsolete asset and coordinate with SMS on the proper disposal of assets.
Analyse the quality of commodities and services delivered in relation to the needs of the location and established quality standards.
Coordinate activities of Partners and/or contractors performing supply related activities, and ensure that they understand and adhere to relevant UNHCR rules and procedures. Ensure Supply participation in the multifunctional teams for partner verification.
Establish and maintain an efficient and skilled workforce that is capable of supporting ongoing operations.
Maintain an uptodate overview of the location`s supply chain capacity and preparedness, as well as, that of its partners to ensure that adequate capacity exist also to cover emergencies.
Monitor the quality and accuracy of supply chain related data in relevant business systems. Compile and analyse statistical information, identify trends and developments in supply chain related matters that will assist in decision making.
Resolve difficulties in the local supply chain by finding solutions to problems and bottlenecks, and provide regular reports on supply chain activities, the status of requests and the availability of items in the supply chain.
Disseminate, promote commitment to and monitor compliance with UNHCR’s global policies, standards and guidance on supply chain management.
Ensure effective information flow in the supply chain and adapt process and documents to the prevailing environment.
Coordinate the work of the supply units so as to achieve operational objectives in a timely and costeffective manner. Ensure the effective and efficient use of financial and material resources within the rules and procedures of UNHCR.
Prepare plans for delivery of relief items according to UNHCR’s short and medium term requirements.
Plan and develop an effective procurement plan for the geographical area of responsibility taking into account local procurement options. Use procurement planning tools and DEMANTRA demand planning.
Ensure adequate capacity to respond to an emergency and develop contingency plans for the supply function as part of the operational plan.
Act as exofficio for the related contract committee. Review and/or clear procurement cases for the relevant procurement authority.
Assess the environment and situation in which a supply operation will take place. Implement supply operations in the best manner possible through elimination of obstacles.
Sustain the supply chain’s capacity throughout an emergency and ensure an efficient flow of relief items to the persons of concern. Rapidly respond to changing needs and quickly reallocate resources when required.
Implement practical projects to improve supply performance that has clear objectives, timescales, tasks and resources defined. Monitor the project execution against the plans and take action when actual implementation deviates from plans.
Perform other related duties as required.

In the Regional Bureaux:

Advise Country Operation on how to implement supply operations based on interpretations of the situation and conclusions to how the operation can be best implemented.
Ensure that global Supply policies are understood by all Supply teams in the region by offering summaries and relevant interpretations in the regional context.
Seek opportunities for regionalizing and streamlining Supply operations where operational advantage can be achieved
Track the progress of specific periodic operations and provide guidance that ensures timely implementation.
Organize and deliver training at regional level in the different Supply functions such as procurement, logistics, asset and fleet management.
Coach and advise individuals or Supply teams as requested.
Tracks global Supply KPIs for the region and devise regional ones as required.
Monitor all periodic Supply exercises such as monthly reconciliations, quarterly physical inventory exercises, yearend accounts closure procedures and ensure that they are implemented throughout the region.
Regularly visit country operations and their Supply teams including visits to camps and other operational sites, provide oversight and support within the operational context.
Provide a diagnostic on MSRP management reports for country operations, and coordinating with the Regional Supply Coordinator for necessary followup to ensure that data, in particular stocks accurately and completely reflect the reality in the warehouses.
Review country financial reports and work with the Country Operations Supply Team leaders to address red areas relating to Supply aspects of operations.
Ensure that country needs assessment plans are established, combine them into regional procurement plans and monitor their timely implementation and changes based on operational needs.
Monitor and advise operations on import and customs clearance (as required) to resolve and ensure bottlenecks a smooth flow of goods to the operations.
Ensure coordinated emergency deployments of supply staff in consultation with SMS to countries in the Bureau.
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level

For P4/NOD 9 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 8 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 7 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree

Field(s) of Education

Supply Chain Management; Business Administration; International Commerce; Engineering or other relevant field.
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Certificates and/or Licenses

Certificate from Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supplies, e.g. CFIPS, CMIPS, MCIPS
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential

Proficient knowledge of logistics/supply systems with proven experience at previous work positions, preferably UN. Good working knowledge and experience in handling contract issues in the context of UN policies and standards. Experience in contract negotiations; ability to provide technical guidance to subordinate staff; ability to plan and organise work assignments, often under close deadlines. Proven ability to deal with multiple tasks with speed, in a courteous and service oriented manner. Proven ability to manage a team.

Desirable

Database management skills and experience and working knowledge of ERP systems, ideally of UNHCR¿s MSRP Supply Chain Module would be an advantage. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to deal with persons of different cultural and educational backgrounds. Technical knowledge of types of services, supplies and goods purchased by UNHCR for Headquarters, Regional and Field Offices would be an advantage. Relevant training, such as CIPS, or other public procurement trainings. Knowledge of UN and UNHCR Financial Regulations and Rules relating to procurement and UNHCR Chapter 8. Aviation services knowledge for movements of goods/passengers.

Functional Skills

UNUN/UNHCR Administrative Rules, Regulations and Procedures
SCSupply Planning
SCUN/UNHCR Procurement Rules and Procedures
DMDatabase Management
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements

For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

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October 30, 2024
Lead, Impact Measurement and Evaluation Project Manager

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Translate impact measurement and evaluation technical study designs/guidance notes into project plans and timelines.
Collaborate with technical experts (IPOs and Consultants) to ensure that project activities align with best practices and industry standards.
Support the development of relevant reports, presentations, talking points, and key messages for upper management interactions.
Collaborate with Country Impact Leads to monitor the operational execution of the impact measurement and evaluation processes.
Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project timelines and deliverables.
Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and other project-related materials.
Facilitate impact measurement and evaluation project meetings and workshops to gather input, drive consensus, and make decisions.
Provide logistical support to the Director of Impact Measurement and Director of Impact & Outcome Evaluation to identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.
within the impact measurement and evaluation workstreams.
Ensure proper knowledge transfer to stakeholders and team members.
Monitor and manage the workstream budgets, including liaising with business partners and finance leads to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Support the development, and maintain project documentation, including Terms of Reference, Scope of Work, budgets, and timeline documents for consultancies; manage contracting and payments.
Track project activities, deliverables, and milestones using project management software, and proactively identify and resolve potential issues and delays.
Provide logistical support to the Director of Impact Measurement and Director of Impact & Outcome Evaluation to improve their efficiency and productivity, including scheduling appointments, booking travel, and managing correspondence.
Stay appraised of the Foundation’s impact measurement and evaluation practices and suggest improvements to strengthen project management of the workstreams and the wider impact work, where necessary.
Engage with other project managers within the Foundation for sharing of best practices.

Who You Are

PMI certified with a university degree, preferably in business administration or a related field; master’s degree is an added advantage.
Minimum of 7 – 9 years of proven success in leading and managing complex projects in an official PM capacity, utilizing PM methodologies for planning, risk management, and reporting.
Understanding of online Project Management tools such as Asana, Monday, or others.
Command of MS Office suite and ability to use different tools to work more efficiently and effectively.
Preferably, experience with impact, evaluation, and measurement projects/programs.
Experience working with Foundations, donors, development organizations, or large impact measurement and evaluation organizations.
Experience working online with teams dispersed across a wide geography and different time zones.
Experience in managing budgets, developing project plans and timelines and reports to senior management.
Work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to manage and execute projects.
Working knowledge of various impact measurement and evaluation technical and operational processes.
Ability to speak French is an added advantage and able to travel up to 40%.
Ability to promote collaboration by supporting team unity, aligning to common data goals, and facilitating collaborative behavior.
Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
Possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.

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October 29, 2024
Regional M&E and Risk Management Officer

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Institutional and Operational support:

Lead and supervise the development and implementation of the IOM M&E activities in the RO and associated Country Offices (COs), aligned with global and regional strategies.
Ensure adherence to existing Evaluation and Monitoring policies and guidelines as well as RBM roadmaps, frameworks and guidance.
Ensure that adequate monitoring and evaluation costs are budgeted and advocated for under financial and human resources, as per IOM M&E policy, guidelines and Project Handbook.
Lead and supervise related capacity building activities for the IOM staff of the region (such as Regional Thematic Specialists, Project Developers, M&E officers, Project Managers, Implementing Partners etc.), including the conduct of capacity needs assessment and mandatory requirements related to M&E and RBM.
Support regional reporting activities (related for instance to regional work plans, IOM
institutional questionnaire, evaluation reports, Strategic Result Framework (SRF), regional strategy reviews etc.).
Act as focal point for relevant Monitoring, Evaluation and/or RBM groups (UNEG, SRF, Regional M&E groups etc.) and facilitate discussions on related M&E and RBM issues, challenges reporting and measurement.
Oversee all aspects of project development and funding opportunities within the region, including support to the conceptualization, development and design of regional and country specific programmes and projects with a special emphasis on regional synergies, multi-thematic dimensions and ensuring these are in line with the IOM Constitution, IOM Strategy and the
Organization’s policies, thematic guidelines and the IOM Project Handbook and any national and/or regional strategies and priorities.
Oversee the region’s donor liaison and resource mobilization including with donors in the region and with donor capital level in close coordination with IOM in donor capitals, and support, advise and development of resources to missions in their donor engagement and resource mobilization.
Strengthen the region’s institutional learning through overseeing the advocacy for, and implementation of, the East and Horn of Africa Knowledge management strategy and accompanying platform and initiatives, and the development of associated products and tools, aligned to IOMs Knowledge Management Strategy, whilst ensuring coordination with Country Offices and thematic areas, including project tracking, data capture and analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and information sharing.
Coordinate inputs to country and regional strategies in close collaboration with the RPLO and RTS and support coordination of mission inputs into regional documents, including strategies, response plans, and appeals.

Results-Based Monitoring:

Provide support to the RO technical staff and COs in reviewing project proposals, particularly the result matrices, result monitoring frameworks and the monitoring and evaluation sections of the proposals.
Support COs in the Region to develop M&E systems, plans and tools to monitor and evaluate the implementation of projects/programmes and/or strategies within the COs.
Contribute to the production and/or update of RBM technical guidelines and tool developed by the RBM Unit at HQ and provide support for their implementation.
Review COs monitoring reports and provide inputs on the potential data bottlenecks and corrections in measuring results, ensuring a smooth implementation of project, programs and strategies according to results matrices and donors’ requirements.
In coordination with Chiefs of Mission and project managers, undertake visits to ensure smooth functioning of M&E and RBM in the COs with limited technical capacities.

Evaluation:

Support the RO in keeping record of all evaluations implemented and planned in the Region and ensure coordination and regular follow-up with the COs for timely conduct and quality control for publication in line with EVA instructions.
Supervise the internal and external evaluation processes ensuring adherence to IOM’s evaluation protocols, guidelines, and templates, including the tracking of Management Responses of evaluations conducted in the region.
Conduct mid-term, final and ex-post internal evaluations on need and availability basis and provide technical support for the conduct of external evaluations by the RO and COs.
Support the RO and COs in preparing other types of reviews, such as project performance reviews (PPRs), after action reviews, real-time learning workshops in complement to the conduct of evaluations.
Contribute to the production and/or update of evaluation policies, strategies and technical guidance developed by EVA and provide support for their implementation.

SRF/PRIMA:

Support the RO and COs in the roll-out of IOM SRF, ensure the use of global indicators where relevant as well as a proper use of PRIMA for monitoring, reporting and evaluation of projects/programmes in the region. Facilitate meetings and webinars for the COs to further guide them on the efficient use of these tools.

Risk:

Support and provide guidance to relevant RTSs to ensure that the risk context is established and that there is an associated Risk Management Plan when reviewing the project proposals.
Ensure that any new risks are identified during the regular monitoring of project activities, and where appropriate ensure that associated Project Risk Register Matrix, Risk Treatment plans are monitored and regularly reviewed.
Conduct monitoring visits of high-profile or high-risk projects requiring independent monitoring or urgent technical guidance, considering regional offices M&E annual workplans.

Reporting (general)

Support the RO and COs in producing progress, monitoring, performance and evaluation reports in a timely manner, including, but not limited to, regular analysis of project development, resource mobilization, implementation, and reporting.
Support the RO and COs by providing data and information for documenting and communicating on IOM activities and performance in regional/national fora.
Perform additional duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

Master’s degree in Social Science, Sociology, Development Studies, Development
Leadership, International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven of relevant professional experience; or, University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Experience in project conceptualisation, development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
Experience in project development and capacity-building activities;
Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;
Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country and in the Region; and, Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders.

Skills

Strong writing and research skills;
Excellent communication and analytical skills;
High degree of judgment and initiative, ability to work with a high degree of independence within assigned areas;
In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and, Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming and institutional requirements.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; and, Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 08 June 2023 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

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October 29, 2024
Global Research & Evidence Manager

Your Charge

Living Goods is looking for an experienced researcher to lead research projects from end to end across the organization. This position reports to the Director of Performance, Evidence and Insights and is a part of the Global Programs Team, working cross functionally with our country programs and MEL teams to build evidence and insights to drive the organization’s impact and advocacy goals. Living Goods research portfolio includes operations research, process evaluations, and impact evaluations, and leverages vast amounts of program monitoring data as well as externally collected data.
You are a strong project manager and a research technical expert, fluent across quantitative and qualitative methods and approaches. You will roll up your sleeves to design, conduct, analyze and package up research for advocacy. You will also identify, contract and manage high quality external Principal Investigators and research partners to collaborate and deliver. And you will train, mentor and support colleagues across the organization in research methods and management. You will develop evaluation strategies and research approaches to answer priority questions associated with Living Goods’ learning agenda, striking the balance of impact, feasibility, cost and rigor. You will also contribute to business development proposals, and you will strategically package up key evidence, learning and insights for advocacy.
You have deep research technical experience and have a well-developed network of research colleagues and collaborators. You are intellectually curious, learning oriented and collaborative. You are motivated to produce high-quality research, evidence and insights that will drive impact deepening and advocacy. You enjoy being challenged and delivering excellence to colleagues and partners.

Research Project Management

Manage priority internal and external research projects from end to end including developing the evaluation strategy, drafting RFPs, identifying and contracting research partners (where appropriate), project management and oversight, data analysis report writing, dissemination, and ensuring translation of evidence and insights for program improvement and advocacy.
Provide technical guidance/management to other LG and partner staff to adhere to research systems/processes/protocols to ensure high-quality research design, implementation, and analysis.
Conduct analysis of internal program data and external evaluation data to answer priority learning questions or develop key evidence and insights for advocacy.

External Research Partnerships & Business Development

Expand and deepen strategic global research partnerships
Identify Principal Investigators and high-quality research partners for collaboration on specific projects.
Package up key evidence, learning and insight to share externally for advocacy, thought leadership and business development.
Represent the organization externally with government partners, academia, funders
Lead the technical input on evaluation and research sections of funding proposals.
Partner with the business development team to identify specific opportunities for research funding aligned with the strategy.
Participate in relevant external coalitions and technical working groups

Knowledge Pieces and Publications

Publish key research, analysis, evidence and insights in peer-reviewed journals.
Write knowledge pieces including blogs, policy briefs, and other articles to drive LG thought leadership, fundraising and advocacy goals.

Professional development & capacity-building

Provide technical mentorship and capacity building across staff in research design, management and dissemination.
Share relevant literature and research with team to enable and encourage evidence-informed decision making.

Administrative/Other

Contribute to Global Program Team and country-level research strategy, annual planning and budgeting.
Lead or participate in internal and external steering committees and technical working groups as assigned and appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, health economics, health systems strengthening, health policy with quantitative research specialization
Demonstrated research technical experience with 7-9 years of total work experience with ideally 1-3 years at managerial level

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent research & analytical technical expertise including in Epidemiology, bio-statistics, health economics, health systems research, quantitative & qualitative methods, survey design and management, data management,
Experience managing multiple research projects from end to end with a high degree of quality and excellence.
Strategic thinking and analysis, ability to synthesize and interpret evidence and data into relevant, strategic recommendations
Track record of packing up evidence and insights into high quality knowledge and learning outputs, policy briefs, peer-reviewed publications etc.
Ability to foster research collaboration internally and externally across an established personal network of research colleagues.
Experience in team management, technical capacity building and mentorship.
Excellent written, verbal and inter-personal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate and engage effectively with a range of stakeholders including team members, external partners, funders and government partners.
Strong interpersonal skills including cultural sensitivity. Experience working cross-functionally across teams

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs1@hcsaffiliatesgroup.com using the position as subject of email.

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October 29, 2024