Bangladesh: Site Development Coordinator (CCCM)

Position Title : Site Development Coordinator (CCCM)

Duty Station : Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 15 July 2018

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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cabo Verde, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Site Development is an operational component of the Site Management & Site Development Programme in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. The unit is integral to the Rohingya Refugee Response implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) with funding from various international donors. Site Development activities include site planning, and various types of site rehabilitation works, including drainage, pedestrian access, earth stabilisation and installation of solar street lighting throughout the camps and ‘out of camp’ sites in Cox’s Bazar District, Bangladesh.

Under the overall supervision of the Emergency Coordinator and direct supervision of the Site Management and Site Development Programme Manager the successful candidate will manage and ensure the implementation of the Site Development programme, including but not limited to operational management of small-medium complexity site development works.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Develop, implement and manage administrative and operational activities of approved site development works in Cox’s Bazar District.

2. Work closely with the Infrastructure Coordinator to manage resources, work flows and ensure no gaps, nor duplication to facilitate and coordinate execution of all site development works and infrastructure projects in a timely manner.

3. Secure approvals for site development works in camp and ‘out of camp’ in close coordination with the Site Management Area Coordinator(s) and Infrastructure Coordinator.

4. Monitor, supervise and oversee the Site Planners and Site Development Operation Officers responsible for the execution of site development works in Cox’s Bazar District.

5. Ensure the application of IOM Site Management and Site Development Programme strategy, standard operating procedures and policies while liaising with sector / partner organizations and governmental authorities to synergize existing activities.

6. Monitor and advise IOM implementing partners to execute site development works, provide a framework for technical support and substantively contribute to building their capacity.

7. Ensure that activities aimed at preventing and mitigating gender based violence (GBV) in camp-like settings are mainstreamed in Site Development activities in line with agreed upon Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC standards), Cluster Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) Gender Minimum Commitments and overall operational guidelines defined by the Site Management Sector and GBV (Area of Responsibility (AoR) working group in country.

8. Participate in relevant sector coordination processes and guide and advise CCCM Programme Manager in liaising appropriately with the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commission (RRRC) of the Government of Bangladesh, local government and army representatives as well as donors.

9. Prepare or ensure timely preparation and submission of all programme reports according to IOM and donor formats as required. Prepare regular updates, programme summaries, press releases and other relevant materials.

10. Provide financial, administrative and logistical management as well as backstopping to staff in Site Development; identify, train and supervise them in accordance with IOM’s procedures and regulations.

11. In coordination with relevant stakeholders and when needed, develop relevant assessments for the identification of proper lands to set up the appropriate camps, that include land access and ownership, water and natural resources, environmental concerns, safety and security, as well as cultural and social consideration, labour market etc. to cover the current and future needs of the displaced population, involving host communities.

12. In coordination with the relevant stakeholders and host communities, Site Management Area Coordinator and the Infrastructure Coordinator, identify the service and concrete infrastructure needs that may benefit local communities well after the displaced population has returned home. Considerations have to be taken in relation to persons with specific needs and groups at risk.

13. Ensure Site Development Operation Officers and Site Planners work closely with government and local authorities, leaders, individuals and groups to identify and implement selected community development projects.

14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

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

Experience

• AutoCAD proficiency is required;

• Experience with imaging and layout software is a plus;

• Experience with GIS and GIS programs is a plus;

• Ability to supervise, direct, coach and mentor staff is required;

• Effectively manages and directly implements quality and compliance control on engineering and construction-related activities.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 15 July 2018 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-apply.html

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.

Posting period:

From 02.07.2018 to 15.07.2018

Requisition: SVN2018/158(P)-SiteDevelopmentCoordinator(CCCM)(P3)-Cox'sBazar,Bangladesh

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