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STATES CANDIDATES
Position Title : Programme Manager
Duty Station : Conakry, Guinea
Classification : Prof Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : July 06, 2015
Reference Code : SVN2015/79(P)-Internalonly
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 has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented
member states. Qualified
applicants from the following
countries will be favourably
considered:
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Botswana, Cambodia, Cape Verde,
Czech Republic, Comoros, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland,
Israel, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands,
Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of
Congo, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Somalia, Suriname, Swaziland,
Tanzania, Timor Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Conakry, Guinea and the overall
supervision of the Director, Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) at Headquarters
(HQs) as well as the Regional Director for West and Central Africa, the successful candidate will
be responsible for the management and implementation of the Rehabilitation and Equipping of
Provincial Emergency Operations Centers to Support the Coordination of the Ebola Response
programme, umbrella grant management for local NGO response to the Ebola outbreak, and
border management projects in Conakry, Guinea. All activities will be carried out in coordination
with the relevant departments in the HQs, the Regional Office (RO) and relevant partners.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the administrative and operational activities of the
programme in close coordination with the relevant units.
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2. Ensure timely and effective implementation of the programme#s activities with respective
implementing partners, in accordance with the project proposal and other relevant project
documents.
3. Prepare periodic reports for the donor on programme delivery, including interim and final
reports to donors on budgetary expenditure and results, in coordination with the government
and NGOs. Provide regular input to the reporting unit for donor updates, donor reports,
newsletters, etc. as needed.
4. Design and oversee all information management tools required to track service delivery
and identify gaps, including reports, mapping, spreadsheets, and others as required.
5. Maintain regular liaison and consult with government counterparts, United Nations
agencies and other partners on programme strategies and policies at the country level.
6. Ensure cooperation and dialogue with all development partners to facilitate a coordinated
approach to programme implementation.
7. Provide programmatic supervision and guidance to technical and administrative personnel
employed under this programme.
8. Identify new programme / project possibilities consistent with expressed government
needs and IOM#s mandate and strategy in Conakry, Guinea; on this basis, support the
development of proposals and follow up on submissions to donors.
9. Represent IOM at meetings organized in the framework of the programme, or as part of an
IOM representation at such meetings, including donor briefings, visits to project sites and media
presentations.
10. Monitor the budget and propose corrective measures in coordination with the Mission#s
Resource Management Officer (RMO), the CoM and HQ DRM Crisis Support.
11. Ensure proper documentation of the programme data, including reporting to concerned
departments on programme activities. Organize the collection, processing and analyses of
programme data and ensure a systematic approach in data handling.
12. Ensure that cross-cutting issues such as gender and vulnerable groups in the programme
are integrated into and considered during the programme response.
13. Undertake frequent duty travel relating to programme activities, as required.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Competencies:
Behavioural
# Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
# Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
# Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
# Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
# Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
# Displays mastery of subject matter;
# Contributes to a collegial team environment;
# Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation and promotes
the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA);
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# Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal
gender participation;
# Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
# Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
# Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
# Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;
# Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader
community to advance country office or regional objectives.
Emergency and Crisis
# Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments;
# Coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination
structures;
# Supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners,
IOM and other emergency response actors;
# Establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners;
# Makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
# Master#s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations 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
# Experience in the domain of migration management, humanitarian service delivery and
information management;
# Demonstrated experience in development, implementation, analysis and evaluation of
health programmes and protocols;
# Demonstrated experience in programme management including budget planning and
monitoring;
# Previous experience as team leader.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by July 06, 2015 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 filled in
and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in
your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
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Posting period:
From 22.06.2015 to 06.07.2015
Requisition: SVN 2015/79 (P) - Programme Manager (P3) - Conakry, Guinea (54661021) Released
Posting: SVN 2015/79 (P) - Programme Manager (P3) - Conakry, Guinea (54661022) Released
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STATES CANDIDATES
Position Title : Programme Manager
Duty Station : Conakry, Guinea
Classification : Prof Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : July 06, 2015
Reference Code : SVN2015/79(P)-Internalonly
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 has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented
member states. Qualified
applicants from the following
countries will be favourably
considered:
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Botswana, Cambodia, Cape Verde,
Czech Republic, Comoros, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland,
Israel, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands,
Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of
Congo, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Somalia, Suriname, Swaziland,
Tanzania, Timor Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Conakry, Guinea and the overall
supervision of the Director, Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) at Headquarters
(HQs) as well as the Regional Director for West and Central Africa, the successful candidate will
be responsible for the management and implementation of the Rehabilitation and Equipping of
Provincial Emergency Operations Centers to Support the Coordination of the Ebola Response
programme, umbrella grant management for local NGO response to the Ebola outbreak, and
border management projects in Conakry, Guinea. All activities will be carried out in coordination
with the relevant departments in the HQs, the Regional Office (RO) and relevant partners.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the administrative and operational activities of the
programme in close coordination with the relevant units.
Page 1 / 4
2. Ensure timely and effective implementation of the programme#s activities with respective
implementing partners, in accordance with the project proposal and other relevant project
documents.
3. Prepare periodic reports for the donor on programme delivery, including interim and final
reports to donors on budgetary expenditure and results, in coordination with the government
and NGOs. Provide regular input to the reporting unit for donor updates, donor reports,
newsletters, etc. as needed.
4. Design and oversee all information management tools required to track service delivery
and identify gaps, including reports, mapping, spreadsheets, and others as required.
5. Maintain regular liaison and consult with government counterparts, United Nations
agencies and other partners on programme strategies and policies at the country level.
6. Ensure cooperation and dialogue with all development partners to facilitate a coordinated
approach to programme implementation.
7. Provide programmatic supervision and guidance to technical and administrative personnel
employed under this programme.
8. Identify new programme / project possibilities consistent with expressed government
needs and IOM#s mandate and strategy in Conakry, Guinea; on this basis, support the
development of proposals and follow up on submissions to donors.
9. Represent IOM at meetings organized in the framework of the programme, or as part of an
IOM representation at such meetings, including donor briefings, visits to project sites and media
presentations.
10. Monitor the budget and propose corrective measures in coordination with the Mission#s
Resource Management Officer (RMO), the CoM and HQ DRM Crisis Support.
11. Ensure proper documentation of the programme data, including reporting to concerned
departments on programme activities. Organize the collection, processing and analyses of
programme data and ensure a systematic approach in data handling.
12. Ensure that cross-cutting issues such as gender and vulnerable groups in the programme
are integrated into and considered during the programme response.
13. Undertake frequent duty travel relating to programme activities, as required.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Competencies:
Behavioural
# Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
# Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
# Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
# Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
# Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
# Displays mastery of subject matter;
# Contributes to a collegial team environment;
# Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation and promotes
the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA);
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# Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal
gender participation;
# Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
# Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
# Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
# Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;
# Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader
community to advance country office or regional objectives.
Emergency and Crisis
# Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments;
# Coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination
structures;
# Supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners,
IOM and other emergency response actors;
# Establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners;
# Makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
# Master#s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations 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
# Experience in the domain of migration management, humanitarian service delivery and
information management;
# Demonstrated experience in development, implementation, analysis and evaluation of
health programmes and protocols;
# Demonstrated experience in programme management including budget planning and
monitoring;
# Previous experience as team leader.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by July 06, 2015 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 filled in
and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in
your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Page 3 / 4
Posting period:
From 22.06.2015 to 06.07.2015
Requisition: SVN 2015/79 (P) - Programme Manager (P3) - Conakry, Guinea (54661021) Released
Posting: SVN 2015/79 (P) - Programme Manager (P3) - Conakry, Guinea (54661022) Released
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