International Organization for Migration Programme Manager (WASH)
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 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, Bahamas, Cook Islands, Cuba, Cabo Verde, Czech
Republic, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Grenada, Guyana, Iceland, Kiribati, Comoros, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Saint Lucia, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Palau, Paraguay, Solomon Islands, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, Sao Tome and Principe, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa
Responsibilities:
Design and ensure the execution of the overall WASH strategy for IOM in the country.
Manage the overall implementation of the WASH programme to guarantee that scope, budget, time and quality are in accordance to the different projects specifications, donor requirements and IOM rules and regulations. Ensure budget lines are respected and monitor burn rates for the effective use of the funds.
Supervise the technical components of the WASH Programme, ensuring the implementation of the required activities for the successful completion of the different projects activities, following closely the donors’ requirements.
Ensure an appropriate and timely resource mobilization for the successful implementation of the different projects aimed to provide WASH services for Refugees and host communities, as well of any emergency preparedness activity that could arise.
Proactively identify program development opportunities in Uganda, new funding sources, new thematic areas of technical intervention and strategic partnerships that would promote the expansion of the IOM WASH portfolio. Provide technical leadership in preparation and submission of WASH programme/project proposals.
Ensure effective and strategic liaison with donors at local and regional levels to ensure a good relationship aimed to strengthen the WASH program in Uganda.
Prepare and or review technical specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), drawings of the WASH infrastructure planned to be implemented as necessary to guarantee quality of the output and alignment to international and national standards and donor requirements.
Manage and monitor technically and administratively the whole of the WASH programme team while ensuring adequate and relevant capacity building is provided to the members of the team.
Oversee the work of various WASH implementing partners while ensuring quality and transparent implementation as well as strengthening their capacities.
Ensure that the WASH program is driven by a sound Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework that leads to continuous improvement and fine-tunning of systems and processes.
Ensure effective and active communication with all the relevant stakeholders, internal and external to IOM WASH Programme, and that any needed agreement or authorization from the local authorities is convened to guarantee project stability
and good relations with the local government.
Ensure that IOM WASH activities are coordinated to avoid duplication, and to ensure compliance of national regulations and operational agreements set by the aid community in Uganda.
Prepare and submit regular progress reports to the Chief of Mission and ensure that all the project data and information is archived and shared appropriately.
Guarantee that a regular and systematic flow of information is transmitted to the WASH Sector, UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and other WASH agencies in accordance with the established reporting requirements
Oversee all procurement efforts for supplies and services, ensuring that the processes are transparent and in line with IOM and donor’s regulations.
Provide the necessary resources to effectively monitor all contractual agreements with service providers and / or implementing parties.
Ensure cross-cutting issues are integrated in the WASH programming such as GBV, AAP and other protection related mainstreaming.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Engineering, Public Health or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
Excellent Monitoring and Evaluation Skills; Organizational Skills; Accuracy; Ability to work with minimal supervision;
Experience managing WASH projects in an emergency setting;
Supervision of WASH infrastructure;
Skills and knowledge on the planning, design, execution and supervision of piped water systems is essential;
Proven track record of working with government officials, UN agencies, NGO and communities in the execution of WASH projects;
Familiarity with the analysis of sectoral policies and budgets;
Experience liaising with donors, government officials and other stakeholders and a proven track record of resource mobilization;
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports;
Knowledge and experience working with IOM’s administrative procedures a distinct advantage.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 28th August 2018 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
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 15.08.2018 to 28.08.2018
Requisition: SVN 2018/189 (P) - Programme Manager (WASH) (P3) - Kampala, Uganda (55616029) Released
Posting: Posting NC55616032 (55616032) Released
For more information and job application details, see; International Organization for Migration Programme Manager (WASH)
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