Job: Programme Manager/Chief of Party

Location: Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia
Deadline: Tuesday, 05 November 2013

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Position Title : Programme Manager/ Chief of Party

Duty Station : Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia

Classification : Official, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : November 05, 2013

Reference Code : VN2013/47(O)-EXT

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field ofmigration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmentalpartners. 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 non-represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will befavorably considered:Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde,Cameroon, Central African Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, ElSalvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Israel, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho,Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Micronesia,Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic ofCongo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, SouthSudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu,Venezuela, YemenApplications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) for the Federated States ofMicronesia (FSM) and the Republic of Marshall Islands (RMI), the Programme Manager/Chief of Party will be accountable and responsible for overall programme management andtechnical directions for achieving programme results.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Assist in managing the financial, administrative aspects of the programme and ensurethat IOM standards and operating modalities are met.

2. Supervise and coordinate the implementation of the disaster risk management project inensuring that programming activities and objectives for all phases of a disaster(preparedness/mitigation, emergency response and recovery/reconstruction) areachieved.

3. Maintain strong partnership and liaison with partners and stakeholders, including USAID,host governments, humanitarian organizations, and foreign and local disaster experts.

4. Develop project benchmarks, monitoring and evaluation plans to ensure targets aremet. Produce reliable and timely reports and progress.

5. Establish internal controls and ensure contract compliance, transparency andaccountability in operations and grants and finance administration, according to USAIDand IOM rules and regulations.

6. In collaboration with the CoM and Resource Management Unit (RMU), participate in therecruitment of support staff, short-term consultants as required. Ensure coordinationwith USAID, and ensure that the project team is trained and aware of their roles and responsibilities.

7. Design, organize and implement simulations, exercises and trainings for local/nationalauthorities, emergency responders, as well as communities.

8. Participate in the development of planning tools and instruments, including contingencyplans and assessments, and ensure mechanisms are in place for immediate andefficient response.

9. Coordinate and undertake emergency response operations ie. camp management,construction rehabilitation and related activities.

10. Submit project reports as required by the donors.

11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required CompetenciesBehavioural

a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;

b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;

c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;

d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;

e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

f) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual

exploitation and abuse (PSEA);

g) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;

h) displays mastery of subject matter;

i) contributes to a collegial team environment;j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.Technical

a) delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;

b) effectively coordinates actionswith other implementing partners; c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders,beneficiaries and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

a) completed Master's degree from an accredited academic institution preferably inManagement, Public Administration, Economics, Social Science, Engineering or a relatedfield;b) five years of professional experience (or seven years of experience forcandidates with first level university degree) in disaster management, preparation ofcontingency plans, disaster simulation exercises, working with host governments andhumanitarian organizations, training and mentoring of disaster responders;c) good knowledge of IOM, and experience working with USAID and with host governments; d)relevant working experience in the Pacific Islands an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.How to apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitmentsystem, by November 05, 2013 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.htmlIn order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filledin and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation forapplications.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your applicationin your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.Page 3 / 4Posting period:From 22.10.2013 to 05.11.2013Requisition: VN2013/47 (O) - Programme Manager/ Chief of Party (P3) - Pohnpei, Micronesia(54516813) ReleasedPosting: VN 2013/47 (O) - Programme Manager/Chief of Party (P3) - Pohnpei, Micronesia(54516820) Released

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