Position Title : Programme Coordinator
Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Nine months with
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 20 March 2016
Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Nine months with
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 20 March 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.
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:
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, Israel, 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:
Background:
In recent years, Burundi has been affected by different crisis, including the recent situation
induced by the of the election cycle of 2015. Various events have ensued leading to many
movement populations, including internal displacement and several waves of return/expulsions
of populations who had sought refuge in neighboring country. At the end of 2015, the situation in
the country remains significantly precarious with many internally displaced, returns of vulnerable
refugees and migrants mostly from Tanzania, a general impoverishment of the local
communities and overstretched host communities who provide assistance to the IDPs.
IOM Burundi, in coordination with the Ministry of Interior (MoI), Ministry of Social Welfare, and
Ministry of Health (MINISANTE), and in collaboration with UN agencies, Red Cross and NGOs,
intends to support Burundi’s peaceful transition from an emergency to a development phase
through community stabilization project funded by the European Union (EU). The projects aims
to promote cohesion activities provide economic opportunities, as well as increase access to
health service for the target community. The project will starts in January 2016and be
implemented in four (4) border provinces.
In recent years, Burundi has been affected by different crisis, including the recent situation
induced by the of the election cycle of 2015. Various events have ensued leading to many
movement populations, including internal displacement and several waves of return/expulsions
of populations who had sought refuge in neighboring country. At the end of 2015, the situation in
the country remains significantly precarious with many internally displaced, returns of vulnerable
refugees and migrants mostly from Tanzania, a general impoverishment of the local
communities and overstretched host communities who provide assistance to the IDPs.
IOM Burundi, in coordination with the Ministry of Interior (MoI), Ministry of Social Welfare, and
Ministry of Health (MINISANTE), and in collaboration with UN agencies, Red Cross and NGOs,
intends to support Burundi’s peaceful transition from an emergency to a development phase
through community stabilization project funded by the European Union (EU). The projects aims
to promote cohesion activities provide economic opportunities, as well as increase access to
health service for the target community. The project will starts in January 2016and be
implemented in four (4) border provinces.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Burundi and in coordination with the
other colleagues in IOM Burundi, the successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to
the implementation of the EU-funded project, which includes Social cohesion activities, IGA
(Income Generating Activities) and improved access to medical service in four target provinces.
The post is based in Bujumbura with frequent missions to the field.
other colleagues in IOM Burundi, the successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to
the implementation of the EU-funded project, which includes Social cohesion activities, IGA
(Income Generating Activities) and improved access to medical service in four target provinces.
The post is based in Bujumbura with frequent missions to the field.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Monitor the administrative and financial management of the project including the supervision
of a dedicated team of Project Assistants. Review the technical aspects of the project and
propose action to resolve issues. - In coordination with the Government partners such as Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Health
and Ministry of Social Welfare, provide technical guidance and direction to the government
officials. - Ensure that project activities in the areas of social cohesion, economic opportunities, and
enhancement of health service in target provinces in Burundi are conducted in a timely and
professional manner in line with the project work-plan and in full coordination with national and
local authorities as well as other partners. - Work closely with the Red Cross, UN agencies and NGOs in addition to the key ministries in
integrating community in the development and implementation of project activities; identify
potential opportunities and partnerships with other actors (national and international) at the
technical and operational levels. - Coordinate with local authorities to facilitate the participation of local communities in the
planning and implementation of activities. Undertake periodic reviews of project activities to
assess effectiveness, efficiency, achievement of results and compliance with procedures. - Develop monitoring and evaluation criteria for all aspects of the project and follow-up
mechanisms. Develop recommendations based on past reintegration programmes’ experiences,
on on-going activities, as well as lessons learnt and any modifications to implementation
strategies and arrangements with partners. - Draft portions of project monthly narrative and financial progress and interim & final reports in
coordination with Emergency Officer to be approved by the Chief of Mission to share with the
donor. - Develop and maintain regular contacts with UN agencies, the donor, and keep them updated
in regards to project activities. - Participate in relevant meetings as necessary.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies,
International Relations, Law 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.
International Relations, Law 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
• Operational and field experience in Project Management in the area of government capacity
building, return, reintegration and/or recovery in post-conflict situation;
• Experience in the field of emergency response including operational and field experience, IOM
project development, monitoring and evaluation, and management;
• Substantial experience in emergency and post-crisis environments, community mobilization,
humanitarian assistance, human rights;
• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area such as DTM and reintegration programme,
livelihood programme;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions;
• Demonstrates good knowledge of UN, IOM and NGO mandates and programmes in the
humanitarian responses, IDPs, post conflict construction and development;
• Work experience in Burundi is an advantage.
building, return, reintegration and/or recovery in post-conflict situation;
• Experience in the field of emergency response including operational and field experience, IOM
project development, monitoring and evaluation, and management;
• Substantial experience in emergency and post-crisis environments, community mobilization,
humanitarian assistance, human rights;
• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area such as DTM and reintegration programme,
livelihood programme;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions;
• Demonstrates good knowledge of UN, IOM and NGO mandates and programmes in the
humanitarian responses, IDPs, post conflict construction and development;
• Work experience in Burundi is an advantage.
Languages
Fluency in English and French is required. Working knowledge of Swahili 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.
• 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:
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.
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 20 March 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer 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 07.03.2016 to 20.03.2016
Requisition: SVN 2016/30 (P) Programme Coordinator (P2) - Bujumbura, Burundi (54757477) Draft
Posting: Posting NC54757478 (54757478) Released
Posting Channel: Internal Candidates
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