Community Stabilization Specialist – Представництво МОМ в Україні

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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates. 

Context: 

Under the overall supervision of the Emergency and Stabilization Programme Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the Portfolio Specialist (Reconciliation), the successful candidate will provide specialized support to the implementation of IOM Ukraine’s Community Stabilization efforts in Ukraine.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support the Programme Coordinator in the overall planning, implementation and monitoring of Community Stabilization efforts.
2. Assist in the coordination of IOM’s Community Stabilization efforts within the context of the relevant sectors.
3. Liaise with partner NGOs as well as with relevant national and local working-level government contacts, as necessary, under the guidance of the Portfolio Specialist (Reconciliation).
4. Support the mapping of Community Stabilization needs and beneficiaries in post-conflict areas.
5. Work together with in-house monitoring and evaluation team to devise and implement a monitoring system for Community Stabilization efforts.
6. Contribute to the contracting of partner NGOs and the procurement of goods and services.
7. Contribute to regular reporting (IOM internal, IOM external, UN-related, including 3W and situation reporting), correspondence, publication and presentation materials.
8. Provide information gathering management support to Community Stabilization programming.
9. Track relevant national development pertaining to Community Stabilization, and analyse, summarize and present findings.
10. Organize and/or take part in Community Stabilization-related events (meetings, presentations, discussions, visits, etc.).
11. Provide inputs and recommend improvements to the planning and delivery of programme activities.
12. Undertake duty travel within Ukraine pertinent to Community Stabilization programming on an as-needed basis.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school diploma/certificate with at least six years of relevant work experience

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in in public administration, political science, economics) with at least four years of responsible work experience.

Experience

• Experience working with Ukrainian government authorities and civil society
• Knowledge of humanitarian activities and context is advantageous
• Experience in working with vulnerable populations
• Proven drafting, writing, and reporting skills, confident user of the Microsoft Office Suite

Languages

Fluency in English, Ukrainian and Russian is required.

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

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 commited manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Resource Mobilization: Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM needs.

Core Competencies

• 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

• 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 and 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.

Other

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 and security clearance.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form (iom.org.ua/sites/default/files/personal_history_form_2016.xls) to [email protected]

Closing date for applications is13September 2021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.