Country: Bangladesh
Closing date: 19 Feb 2019
Position Title : Head of Humanitarian Assistance and Operations
Duty Station : Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 19 February 2019
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:
Internal candidates
Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cook Islands, Cuba, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Grenada, Guyana, Iceland, Kiribati, Comoros, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Lao People's Democratic
Republic, Saint Lucia, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Palau, Paraguay, Solomon Islands, Seychelles, Suriname, Sao Tome and Principe, Eswatini,
Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa
- External female candidates.
Context:
Following escalation of violence in Rakhine State, Myanmar, on the 25 August 2017, more than half a million Rohingya have fled across the border into Bangladesh, resulting in a severe humanitarian crisis. IOM, in support of the Government of Bangladesh, has been mandated to support coordination of humanitarian activities in Cox’s Bazar.
Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission, IOM Bangladesh and the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM) for Emergencies in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the refugee response programmes being conducted in Cox’s Bazar Sub-Office, as well as Teknaf and Chittagong field offices.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Responsible and accountable for project development, management and implementation of preparedness and response programmes/ projects funded by multiple donors including private
sectors, in line with the Organization’s policies, standards and operating modalities, as well as donor requirements.
In collaboration with the Resource Management Unit (RMU), exercise financial oversight responsibility for projects and activities, and support Programme Managers to closely monitor programme expenditures and commitments in line with donor agreements. Assist the DCOM (Emergencies) and ensure that the unit is continuously staffed with qualified personnel.
In close coordination with the Transition and Recovery Unit, provide strong leadership to context analysis and strategic planning efforts in support of mid- to long-term programming objectives; and identify areas of collaboration between the units to deliver an integrated assistance to the refugees.
In close coordination with the Programme Support Unit (PSU), assess programmatic opportunities and support project development and reporting efforts, including on site management, planning and development, shelter and NFI, Health, WASH, Protection, NPM and IOM led sectors and working groups.
In coordination with DCOM (Emergencies), represent IOM in high-level government coordination meetings at the national, district and sub-district levels on issues related to IOM in Cox’s Bazar; participate in other relevant inter-agency and governmental coordination mechanisms and meetings to ensure harmonization of approaches and strategies as they relate to the ongoing crisis response.
Ensure IOM representation and meaningful programme reporting and participation in the Inter
Sector Coordination Group (ISCG) coordination mechanisms in Cox’s Bazar.
In close coordination with the DCOM (Emergencies) and PSU, assist donor outreach and engagement, including working with IOM’s sector teams and partners on upcoming funding opportunities relevant to the thematic area.
Identify, evaluate and, as appropriate, establish operational partnerships with UN agencies, INGOs, government institutions and civil-society in support of IOM’s programmatic objectives.
Undertake regular on-site monitoring and field travel to assess programme performance; identify and follow up on measures to remedy problems in implementation; design, plan and carry out, or sub-contract, programme impact evaluations, as necessary, and in line with donor requirements.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Economics, International Relations, Political Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering 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
• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in experience in the field of humanitarian/recovery affairs, knowledge on global policies and guidelines related to humanitarian/recovery affairs and humanitarian reform.
• Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely in English, with Bengali/Chittagonian or
Rohingya language a strong advantage.
• Strong computer skills; Proven high-level representation skills, such as speaking at meetings and providing situational analysis. Proven capacity to work effectively in small teams.
• Experience working in implementation and delivery of humanitarian/recovery projects at the field level is a must.
• Experience working in complex settings that requires sound judgment, and operational flexibility.
• Previous experience in a similar capacity with humanitarian agencies, in particular the UN, preferred.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Bengali, Chittagonian, French and/or
Spanish is an advantage.
Desirable Competencies:
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.
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.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 19 February 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-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 06.02.2019 to 19.02.2019
Requisition: VN2019/35(P)-HeadofHumanitarianAssistance&Operations(P4)-Cox’sBazar,Bangladesh
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