Algeria: Project Officer
Position Title : Project Officer Duty Station : Algiers, Algeria Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2 Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible Closing Date : 03 July 2016
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission in Algeria and the direct supervision of the Project Manager (PM) in Tunisia, the successful candidate will be tasked with “supporting the” planning, implementing and monitoring IOM’s community economic development and social cohesion activities in Algeria to be carried out under the project, “Regional Development & Protection Programme – North Africa” (RDPP-NA).
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Assist the PM to plan, manage and monitor IOM’s community economic development and social cohesion activities in Algeria to be carried out under the RDPP-NA project, in accordance with IOM standards and procedures as well as donor requirements.
Identify and liaise with relevant Governmental and non-governmental partners at the central and local levels, providing responsive and professional technical assistance as relates to the RDPP-NA project and as required.
In coordination with the PM, establish and implement grant disbursement, reporting and monitoring mechanisms, including a comprehensive tracking system to monitor all sub-grants and ensure that relevant documentation can be made available upon request.
In coordination with the PM, organize training workshops and capacity building programmes for project beneficiaries and partners including local CSOs and Microfinance Institutions associated with RDPP-NA project activities.
Act as reference towards and support to Research Consultants active within the RDPP-NA in Algeria.
Provide information to the PM and Chief of Mission on the overall direction of IOM’s community economic development and social cohesion portfolios in Algeria to promote their effectiveness, coherence and integrity, as well as to build linkages with other relevant projects in Algeria and the region.
Contribute to establishing and/or maintaining strategic and technical partnerships with relevant Government entities, civil society organizations, NGOs, UN agencies and other stakeholders to promote IOM’s community stabilization and migration management activities.
In coordination with the PM and Chief of Mission, select and summarize information related to the identification of new programme and project possibilities in Algeria in relation to expressed governmental needs, donors’ priorities and in line with IOM’s mandate and strategy.
Participate in relevant seminars and meetings, as well as other events aimed at promoting IOM’s image and activities, as required.
Undertake site visits and duty travel as required.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Development, Political or Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or • University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Experience in a development-related field, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex portfolios considered an asset; • Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, UN agencies and non-governmental organizations; • Sound knowledge of financial and administrative management and effective resource management and mobilization skills.
Languages
Fluency in English and French is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
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.
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 03 July 2016 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-…
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 20.06.2016 to 03.07.2016
Requisition: SVN 2016/70 (P) – Project Officer (P2) – Algiers, Algeria (54812816) Released Posting: Posting NC54819865 (54819865) Released
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