International Organization for Migration Senior Regional Programme Officer Jobs in Kenya
International Organization for Migration Senior Regional Programme Officer Jobs in Kenya
Position Title :Senior Regional Programme Officer
Duty Station :
Nairobi, Kenya
Classification :
Professional Staff, Grade P4
Type of Appointment :
Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
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.
Context:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the UN Migration Agency. With 172-member state it is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society.
Established in 1951 and now active in over 400 field locations worldwide, IOM works with partners, government and civil society to:
Assist in meeting the operational challenges of migration and mobility
Advance understanding of migration issues
Encourage social and economic development through migration; and
Uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants and mobile populations.
IOM’s Regional Office for the East and Horn of Africa supports and monitors the following countries: Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, United Republic of Tanzania and Uganda. Through a team of specialists, and under the direct supervision of the Regional Director for the East and Horn of Africa, the successful candidate will support the development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of projects and initiatives undertaken by country offices and regional programmes.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Coordinate regional thematic specialists and other technical and support staff to develop, implement and evaluate programmes/projects, etc.
Identify priorities, problems and issues to be addressed and advise on or take corrective action
Support regional strategic planning exercises, and provide support for country level strategic planning, as required and in collaboration with the Regional Thematic Specialists (RTSs); develop a corresponding regional plan of action and regularly review it.
Ensure Regional Office is a resource and capacity-building hub for programme-specific technical assistance.
Oversight of programme and project activities within the region and accountability, timeliness and quality of reporting, and appropriateness of project funds management; monitor and oversee management and implementation of regional projects run implemented in the region; evaluate IOM's performance of operational and programmatic activities in the region and develop and implement ways to increase their effectiveness.
Support the Regional Director to develop, maintain, promote and strengthen relations and liaison with relevant counterparts in government, international organizations, civil society, the private sector and other partners at the regional level, in coordination with Departments in HQ, in particular International Cooperation and Partnerships (ICP), with a view to creating strategic partnerships and identifying opportunities for IOM activities in the region.
Identify, promote and foster strategic, partnerships with academic institutions, think tanks and research institutions within the region, and conceptualize policy-oriented research in coordination with RTSs and, where relevant, with the Regional Research Officers and/or Headquarters.
Strengthen cooperation, external relations and liaison with relevant regional bodies within the region by supporting Country Offices in their work with their respective national counterparts of regional bodies.
Oversee regional public information activities to contribute to IOM's awareness and visibility at the regional and global levels; promote IOM and its activities vis-a-vis counterparts in government, international organizations, civil society, the private sector and other partners at the regional level.
Collect and manage knowledge and sustainable practices and make these available to relevant Departments in Headquarters, other Regional Offices and Country Offices.
Performs such other duties as maybe required.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
Master’s degree in International Development or Relations, Humanitarian Assistance, Social Science 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
Working experience with UNs and/or International NGOs on research or project development, reporting or donor fundraising and donor reporting;
Excellent writing, communication and negotiation skills;
Strong analytical and creative thinking skills;
Personal commitment, flexibility, efficiency and drive for results; ability to perform research and make effective decisions under time pressure;
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
Ability to supervise and direct staff;
Stamina, determination, commitment and adaptability in the workplace;
Drive for results and effective resource management skills;
Operational experience in the East Africa an advantage.
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 and/or Spanish is an advantage.
Desirable Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
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.
Core Competencies
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 action and delegated work.
Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies
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 potential.
Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
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.
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.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 31st March 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to:
http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-...
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.
Requisition: VN 2019/63 (P) - Senior Regional Programme Officer (P4) - Nairobi, Kenya (55873261) Released
Posting: Posting NC55873268 (55873268) Released
For more information and job application details, see; International Organization for Migration Senior Regional Programme Officer Jobs in Kenya
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