Position Title: Programme Officer (Shelter and Settlement)

Duty Station: Juba, South Sudan

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, 9 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 15 December 2024

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; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

IOM in South Sudan has a broad range of programming centered around three broad areas: humanitarian coordination and support; humanitarian response and resilience; and peacebuilding, transition, and development. Humanitarian coordination and support includes leading/co-leading the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) and Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI) Clusters, Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and management of WASH and Shelter and NFI core-pipelines, humanitarian hubs and common transport services. Humanitarian response and resilience includes CCCM, WASH, Shelter & NFI, health, protection, gender equality and inclusion, mental health and psychosocial support and the management of a Rapid Response Fund. Under peacebuilding, transition and development, IOM South Sudan implements programming on housing, land and property issues, transition and recovery, transhumance conflict prevention, community-based violence reduction, community development and migration management.

The position will be part of the IOM Shelter and Settlement team but will also provide technical support to SNFI Cluster activities and partners.

The position will be based in Juba but roving across South Sudan as needed and will participate in various technical forums.

Under the overall supervision of the Emergency Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Shelter and Settlement), the Programme Officer (Shelter and Settlement) will be responsible and accountable for the below listed tasks.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Implement the Shelter & Settlements strategy for assigned programme activities.
2. Coordinate the implementation of S&S programme activities in accordance to the different projects specifications, donor requirements and IOM rules and regulations.
3. Check compliance of technical specifications for the implementation of the required S&S housing, infrastructure and services in alignment to international and national standards and donor requirements.
4. As a member of the SNFI Cluster Technical Working Group (TWG) in South Sudan, review and recommend improvements to housing/shelter construction guidelines based on the context; provide technical support to the TWG for the identification of innovative, sustainable, economic and environmentally friendly shelter interventions, and make recommendations in this respect.
5. Check that budget lines are respected and monitor burn rates for the effective use of the funds.
6. Supervise relevant S&S team members, and provide training and feedback on performance.
7. In close coordination with the Resources Management Unit and Procurement and Logistics Unit, participate in S&S programme related procurement efforts for supplies and services in line with IOM and donor’s regulations.
8. Liaise closely with the Shelter Cluster, shelter agencies, government authorities/entities and other relevant stakeholders to coordinate S&S activities.
9. Liaise closely with other IOM units/programmes to coordinate the implementation of activities.
10. Draft project reports, situation reports and programme updates, and archive and share project data and information as requested.
11. Apply the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework for project activities, systems and processes.
12. Facilitate the integration of cross-cutting issues in the S&S programming such as Housing, Land and Property (HLP), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Environment and other cross cutting issues of relevance.
13. Perform such other duties that may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, 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 implementing multiple S&S projects of diverse nature (e.g. disaster, conflict, displaced and non-displaced, settlement level interventions, etc.), and coordinating with partners and government counterparts;
• Experience in technical shelter/housing or infrastructure design including the preparation of bill of quantity (BoQ), tendering, technical specification, and construction monitoring;
• Previous working experience in the region is advantageous; and,
• Experience in application of participatory approaches to facilitate active participation of communities into the project cycle and into the construction process, including needs assessments.

Skills

• Knowledge of the UN System, and NGO humanitarian community;
• Computer literate (word processors, spreadsheet, database, ETABS, Civil 3D, CAD (AutoCAD, ArchiCAD or similar engineering software), and statistical packages, etc.);
• Project formulation, planning, supervision and management skills;
• Advantageous: environmental planning;
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives; and,
• Proven ability to supervise, coach, and direct staff under a similar context like South Sudan.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic and other local languages is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

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 five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

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 actions 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

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

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

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.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

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 background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.