International Organization for Migration Project Manager (Rapid Response Fund) Jobs in Nigeria

International Organization for Migration Project Manager (Rapid Response Fund) Jobs in Nigeria

Context:

IOM Nigeria is implementing emergency response programmes in Northeast Nigeria, led by the Sub-Office in Maiduguri. In 2023, with support from USAID/BHA, IOM Maiduguri is establishing the Rapid Response Fund (RRF) to efficiently respond to emergencies in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe States through the short-notice and flexible disbursement of funds to local implementing partners, as well as technical capacity building.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Abuja, and under the direct supervision of the Head of Maiduguri Sub-Office, the successful candidate is responsible for coordination, managing and implementing all aspects of the Rapid Response Fund (RRF) grant cycle from coordination with IOM Resource Management Unit, Programme Governance, Support, and Liaison Unit, other humanitarian partners/platforms, Sectors, design of programme procedures, receipt and review of applications from national and international NGOs, as well as needs assessment based on requests from IOM field offices, ensuring adherence with USAID/BHA Guidelines, through to the approval, administering and monitoring of projects.

These responsibilities include having a firm understanding of the narrative and financial content of each grant, as well as undertaking the overall monitoring of all RRF granting activities.

The Project Manager is the principle coordinator and administrator of the management of the RRF grant, and has the overall responsibility of ensuring that the content and processes of the grant consistently meet project objectives and IOM standards.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of the overall RRF grant and humanitarian implementing partner strategies for IOM Nigeria, Maiduguri Sub-Office.

Develop an awareness raising strategy to boost awareness among a wide network of partners on the RRF programme.

Oversee the RRF grants for implementing partners, and ensure the rapid development, tracking and implementation of grant ideas and approved grant activities.

Monitor the humanitarian situation and promote the RRF through different forums (Sectors, Nigeria Humanitarian Country Team (UNCT), Humanitarian I/NGO Forum, etc.), by developing and maintaining a large network of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to ensure a rapid humanitarian response in case of the occurrence of a natural or man-made disaster.

Coordinate delivery of the fund, ensuring that disbursements are carried out in accordance with IOM standards and procedures, and USAID/BHA rules and regulations.

Coordinate management of the grant database to ensure that all hardcopy and electronic documents for the grant are completed, filed and in order.

Manage the overall quality of grant documentation, in English, and for the timely submission of all relevant grant applications that meet IOM and donor criteria.

Develop, enhance and maintain strong communication channels with programme counterparts in order for them to understand the criteria and availability of emergency grants.

Coordinate the review the narrative components of all grants and reports closely while providing applicants with necessary support during the grant development process and throughout the project implementation cycle to ensure that approved grants successfully implement the goals and strategic objectives of the programme. Ensure the integration of cross-cutting consideration in the response, such as age, gender, and diversity (including on the inclusion of people with disabilities), accountability to affected populations (AAP – including participation, transparency, and complaint and feedback mechanisms), prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), Humanitarian-Development-Peace-Nexus (HDPN) and environment considerations.

Coordinate Memoranda of Understanding with IOM’s Legal department in HQs when necessary.

Supervise the programme’s grant process including financial aspects to ensure appropriate standards of accounting and controls are met, and programmatic aspects to ensure that grant activities reflect the overall ‘intentionality’ and objectives of the programme.

Conduct field visits in order to monitor and evaluate funded activities.

Establish and coordinate the reporting system of programmatic activity for donor and the Mission and IOM as required. Provide to the donor and relevant IOM departments with activity notes/grant updates on a regular basis.

Manage and oversee the programme including centralized financial tracking of the grant; liaise regularly and actively with financial, logistical and procurement units in order to further programme objectives and ensure that standards are followed.

Coordinate the implementation of an extensive information management system, develop reporting templates and refine existing mechanisms as required to ensure appropriate institutional memory in the area of grants activities and management.

Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 5 years relevant professional experience, or

University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Professional experience in community-based and/or small-grants programming; infrastructure works, procurement and civil-society strengthening desirable;

Experience working with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)programs is required, preferably the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA).

Previous experience in operational activities in a post-crisis or emergency area;

Skills

Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments

Coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination structures

Supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors

Establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners

Makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information

Strong writing and analytical skills

Knowledge of donor funding mechanisms, reporting requirements and procedures, and project implementation;

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.

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

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; International Organization for Migration Project Manager (Rapid Response Fund) Jobs in Nigeria

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