Position Title :  Programme Coordinator (DTM)

Duty Station  :   Juba, South Sudan

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  :   12 September 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 work environment.  Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

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:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Bahamas; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; El Salvador; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Libya; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Paraguay; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall direction of the Chief of Mission in South Sudan, the direct supervision of the Head of Operations and in close coordination with the relevant units in the mission and with the DTM Regional Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the management and implementation of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) in IOM South Sudan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and manage the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Programme in South Sudan. Coordinate with neighboring countries to support cross border implementation of DTM activities.

2. Develop a strategy for DTM South Sudan to support both humanitarian response and transition and ensure its relevance as the situation evolves.

3. Oversee the implementation of the DTM portfolio in South Sudan according to the global DTM methodology including but not limited to Biometric Registration and Verification, Flow Monitoring, Mobility Tracking, Intentions Surveys and Village Assessment Surveys ensuring proper adaptation to the context.

4. Collaborate closely with IOM programme units and humanitarian and transition partners to optimize the use, relevance and impact of DTM, particularly in relation to rapid response missions, programme planning and linkages to transition programming, including integration of protection and cross- cutting indicators.

5. Liaise with relevant Government authorities (including the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management (MHADM), Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), National Bureau of Statistics (NBS),  UNMISS, United Nations (UN) agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Donors and other stakeholders on matters related to displacement data collection and management.

6. Oversee the drafting of all required DTM reports and information products, including, but not limited to, analytical and statistical reports, mobility tracking profiles, maps, conflict and displacement analyses, flow monitoring reports and other relevant products.

7. Ensure the integration of IOM’s data protection principles and best practices on humanitarian data protection and ethical use of data across all Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) data management, sharing and dissemination activities..

8. Supervise and manage programme staff, build capacity develop and  organize appropriate training for data collection teams and programme staff on issues related to DTM operations including data collection methods and IOM’s policies and procedures.

9. In collaboration with ITC, oversee compliance of the information management systems and infrastructure of DTM as per IOM IT policies, standards and best practice for high performance, reliability and information security.

10. Participate in and present information at coordination meetings (including the Inter-Cluster Working Group (ICWG), Needs Assessment Working Group (NAWG), Solutions Working Group (SWG) and Cluster meetings) related to population mobility. Conduct regular presentations to and consult with the ICWG on DTM quarterly priorities to drive DTM operational planning in coordination with DTM field offices and ICWGs.

11. Collaborate closely with the Coordination and Common Services (CCS) Cluster on developing the Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO) and Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP).

12. Collaborate closely with the IOM Programme Support Unit (PSU) and Head of Operations to develop project proposals and mobilize resources.

13. Collaborate closely with the Resources Management Unit (RMU) to draft, finalize and manage project budgets according to IOM Rules and Regulations and donor requirements.

14. Undertake field assessment and monitoring missions as required to maximize performance of DTM field activities and take action to resolve issues.

15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

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

• Previous experience with displacement tracking and monitoring, capacity building and Information Management is a requirement;

• Ability to work with staff from different backgrounds and in multi-component programmes;

• Previous experience working in hardship duty stations;

• Strong management and coordination skills and experience in humanitarian and transition settings

• Computer knowledge use including Microsoft Office, Google Earth and ability to use internet and email;

• Knowledge of Open Data Kit (ODK), KoBoCollect applications, BRaVe and use of PDAs is an advantage

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/or Spanish is an advantage.

1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 2

• 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 2

• 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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

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 12 September 2019  at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:  12.09.2019

No Fees:

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.