IOM Project Officer (CBI) Jobs in Nigeria
IOM Project Officer (CBI) Jobs in Nigeria
Context Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSo) and technical coordination with Reconciliation and Reintegration (RR)Program Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting Cash Based Interventions (CBI) activities in IOM North East (NE) Nigeria programs.
S / he will contribute to NE Nigeria Emergency Operations including Shelter, Non-Food Items (NFI), (Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Livelihoods and will additionally support DDRR program.
The main objective of the position is to participate in improving preparedness in Cash Based Interventions, ensure the timely implementation of activities, and contribute to the development of relevant projects for IOM operations in NE Nigeria.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
Provide technical inputs to the HoSo on integrating CBIs into operational plans and strategies that efficiently meet programme objectives, liaising with technical sectors as required.
Research different options and modalities for CBIs to be implemented by IOM in North-East Nigeria and follow-up with implementation accordingly.
Liaise with strategic partners (e.g. Government agencies, UN partners, INGOs, research institutions, private sector entities) to facilitate complementarity in the assessment, design and implementation of CBIs. Use this information to assist in the selection and design of optimal solutions for IOM Cash Based Interventions.
Participate in relevant cash forums including the Cash Working Group.
Maintain communication with IOM HQ CBI team to facilitate IOM Nigeria compliance with existing guidelines, policies and procedures, timely reporting on CBI programming, technical guidance and keeping up to date on emerging developments within IOM globally.
Work with IOM resource management, Procurement unit and programme staff to implement CBI activities successfully.
In coordination with relevant colleagues in the resource management unit, evaluate, compare and recommend different cash transfer mechanisms and available Financial Service Providers.
In coordination with relevant colleagues in the resource management unit, conduct relevant market assessments to recommend potential areas of intervention as necessary.
Supervise and monitor the cash and voucher transfers planned under IOM operations in Northeast Nigeria, and other programme staff involved in the planning and management of CBI transfers, including facilitating implementation and monitoring of CBI based programmes at the Sub-Office level.
Support the capacity building and provide training to the mission to implement CBIs and provide recommendations mainly related to human resources, security, tools and equipment.
Periodically review the appropriateness for CBI responses in accordance with the current concept of operations for IOM CBI, specifically for transition and recovery activities.
Provide guidance to IOM Country Office and Maiduguri sub-office on risk management for CBI based programme implementation.
Closely coordinate with the M&E section within the Unit and the M&E Unit of the Country Office, to check that relevant output and outcome indicators for CBI are systematically being collected and analyzed in a manner that will
help the Sub-Office to determine efficiency and effectiveness of CBI delivery as well as the appropriateness of the transfer modality choice.
Undertake visits to view project sites and meet beneficiaries in order to facilitate progress and the achievement of project objectives.
Document any lessons learned for CBI programming for IOM in NE Nigeria context.
Draft periodic and ad hoc reports on IOM’s CBI based activities in NE Nigeria, including inputs for operational improvements and potential scope for IOM’s CBI programming.
Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
Master's degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Political Science, International Development, Emergency Practice, International Relations or a related field from an accredited institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience:
Experience working in different types of CBI programming in various humanitarian agencies;
Experience in working in cash-based assistance programmes and proven knowledge and technical experience in set up, design, implementation and monitoring of CBIs from a multisectoral perspective;
A sound knowledge of different cash modalities and a wide variety of CBI programming;
Experience in interagency coordination.
Skills:
Ability to utilize relevant cash mapping tools;
Ability to formulate relevant programmatic inputs;
Excellent writing skills with the ability to analyses complex problems and identify and convey clear, rapid solutions;
Effective resource management skills;
Strong general analytical skills;
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.
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 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.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; IOM Project Officer (CBI) Jobs in Nigeria
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