Programme Officer (Disaster Risk Reduction and Early Warning) (P)

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

• Internal candidates
• Candidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories:

Organizational Context and Scope

• Oversee the effective development and implementation of “The Project for Enhancing Evacuation Centers and Early Warning Systems in Pacific Island Countries” Programme and other Disaster Risk Reduction initiatives managed from Fiji and implemented in Fiji, by exercising administrative, operational, technical and financial management responsibility for relevant programme activities.
• Provide technical leadership, oversight and operational guidance for DRR, preparedness, evacuation centre management, early warning systems and disaster displacement and response programming, ensuring quality implementation and achievement of programme objectives.
• Lead the planning, coordination and implementation of programme activities, including institutional capacity strengthening, community-based preparedness, evacuation centre management, simulation exercises, assessments, training programmes and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Establish, maintain and further expand strong relationships with UN Agencies, humanitarian organizations, government counterparts, civil society organizations, regional institutions, donors and community interlocutors to support effective programme implementation and sustainability.
• Identify the priorities arising during the implementation of the Programme and coordinate the design and contribute to the development of the new projects/programmes and activities in coordination with PSU, Climate Mobility Thematic Lead and RTS, based on solid results frameworks and in response to emerging trends and priorities, as well as donor interests and requirements, in close coordination with the CoM, Regional Office (RO), relevant units at HQ, government counterparts and other relevant public/private sector partners.
• Ensure that key programme directions are shared with international stakeholders, including donors, to maximize impact, minimize overlap and support resource mobilization for new programmes.
• Ensure timely and quality preparation, drafting and submission of programme reports, in close coordination with PSU and RO, in accordance with IOM, donor and relevant stakeholder requirements.
• Coordinate and manage the elaboration and compilation of programme updates/briefs for donors, government and other relevant stakeholders, by ensuring compliance with donor requirements and procedures.
• Monitor progress against strategic objectives, programme benchmarks, and provide advice with respect to improvements and corrections; oversee the establishment of a common Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework that incorporates regular reporting requirements and impact evaluation strategies, in close coordination with the M&E Officer of CO.
• Ensure that the objectives set in programme documents and budgets, M&E frameworks and work plans are compliant with IOM’s organizational policies and donor’s contractual requirements, interests and expectations.
• Oversee the production of visibility/communications materials in close coordination with the Media and Communications team of PSU.
• Participate actively in and contribute to relevant national cluster discussions, meetings, working groups and task forces, coordination platforms, donor and partner meetings, briefings and conferences at the international and national levels.
• Supervise and provide technical support to all relevant Programme staff. Mentor and support staff, conduct relevant trainings and ensure the capacity building of Programme staff.
• Coordinate the development, dissemination and regular update of assessment and monitoring tools. Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Programme activities, if required.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of data collection and analysis mechanisms for IOM’s ongoing or new programmes and share relevant information with partners within the humanitarian community.
• Undertake travel duties nationally or internationally (including Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu), as required, to coordinate, develop and/or support programme implementation.
• Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies 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

• Experience in programme conceptualisation, development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
• Experience in managing DRR, early warning, preparedness, and emergency response projects/programmes;
• Experience in programme development and capacity-building activities;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions and private sectors;
• Familiarity with financial and business administration;
• Sound understanding of DRR, preparedness, disaster displacement and related humanitarian and migration issues in the country and region;
• Experience in organising consultations, workshops and seminars with high-level stakeholders;
• 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, particularly Japan-funded programming.

Skills

• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities;
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and information management skills;
• Detailed knowledge of the UN System, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and other international organizations/institutions;
• Knowledge of DRR, early warning systems, preparedness and climate mobility issues in the Pacific region and ability to work effectively with government authorities and relevant stakeholders;
• Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
• Strong conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with development partners, government counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Japanese and another official UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) or proficiency in Fijian and Fiji Hindi or another Pacific language 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

Notes

Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security, as well as accreditation, and any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time in Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system-wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.

IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.