IOM Durable Solutions Advisor Jobs in Ethiopia

Context

The Disaster Reduction and Management Bureau (DRMB) of Somali Regional State of Ethiopia, as part of its mandate to coordinate the overall Disaster Risk Management (DRM) workstream in the region, leads a multi-stakeholder coordination mechanism on durable solutions for the region’s 1,166,878 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) who are affected by inter-communal conflict and climatic conditions.

With the technical support from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and financial support from Government of Switzerland through Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC), DRMB has been coordinating an inter-agency Durable Solutions Working Group (DSWG) since 2016 in the region to facilitate strategic planning and engagement on durable solutions for IDPs that has yielded to date the development and endorsement of regional strategic framework on durable solutions.

As part of a national initiative to resolve displacement situations in the country, anchored by a National IDP Recovery Plan, prepared by the Ministry of Peace (MoP) and National Disaster Risk Management Commission (NDRMC) in early April 2019, the Somali Regional Government through DRMB aims to mobilize a joined-up effort to resolve displacement situations in the region through phased approach – with an initial phase to facilitate voluntary return and reintegration of about 126,508 out of the region’s 1,166,878 IDPs.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

Provide strategic and technical advice and guidance to DRMB during planning, implementation and monitoring of the region’s effort on durable solutions in line with the National IDP Recovery Plan, Regional Durable Solution Strategy and relevant international and regional instruments.

Provide strategic policy advice to identified partner agencies on durable solutions according o international acceptable standards on durable solutions.

Provide advice regarding the political, institutional, and social-economic feasibilities of community development involving IDPs, returnees, relocated population, and host communities.

Provide advice and guidance on community-based planning and its effectiveness to support community stabilization and economic recovery.

Facilitate and implement area-based joint programming to support durable solution initiatives including through providing hands-on technical guidance.

Strengthen and co-lead the region’s multi-agency Durable Solutions Working Group and promote active participation of all relevant stakeholders in the region’s DSWG and its specific tasks.

Provide support to the regional government’s medium – to – long-term multi-sectoral plans, where applicable, to incorporate recovery and durable solution needs of IDPs and host/receiving communities.

Run the training programme on durable solutions in partnership with Jijiga University, which aims to strengthen staff capacity (at regional, zonal and district level) for effective planning and implementation of durable solution initiatives.

Revise and update the regional government’s durable solutions strategy and operational plan.

Produce strategic document or policy papers on the feasibility of durable solutions in Somali region to guide policymakers, users, and beneficiaries.

Carry out field visits to IDP sites, return and relocation sites to inform strategic engagement, planning and areas of collaboration.

Provide regular updates and briefs to the head of DRMB on strategic and programmatic matters related to durable solutions. Advise DRMB and DSWG on feasible durable solutions including on key principles and conditions applicable to specific displacement situations.

Supervise and provide technical guidance to the Durable Solution Team at DRMB in collaboration with Head of DRMB.

Ensure continuous information sharing and collaboration with relevant actors, coordination mechanisms and partners.

Perform other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisors.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Development Studies, Political Science and International Relations, Conflict Management, Law, Sociology, International Cooperation, Migration Studies, Economics, Social Policy 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

• Proven relevant professional work experience at the national or international level involving policy development, multi-stakeholder programmes/projects, partnership development and resource mobilization at mid-professional level;

• Solid experience in humanitarian and development operations and knowledge of the UN System coordination;

• Rich knowledge and experience in disaster management, internal displacement, conflict analysis;

• Experience in political, socio-economic analysis and research, and familiarity with conflict sensitivity approach, risk-informed programming and Human Rights Up Front;

• Proven experience in strategy development and advocacy on durable solutions for IDPs as well as in-depth knowledge of main protection and humanitarian standards;

• Experience in fundraising, public-private partnership development and high-level client relations.

Skills

• Familiarity with the UN, particularly the UN Reform Agenda is desirable;

• Computer/software literate, preferably knowledgeable in Microsoft Office.

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, Spanish and/or other local 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.

Required 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 – 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 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 – 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 15 October 2020 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.

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