Job: Grants Manager

Location: IOM Somalia in Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2013

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES Position Title : Duty Station : : : : : :

Grants Manager IOM Somalia in Nairobi, Kenya* Official, Grade Equiv. P3 Special Short Term, six months with possibility of extension As soon as possible

Classification Type of Appointment

Estimated Start Date Closing Date Reference Code

December 10, 2013 SVN 2013/56 (O) - EXT

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 favorably considered:

Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Israel, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Context:

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission in IOM Somalia office in Nairobi, and under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator for the Transition Initiative for Stabilization (TIS), the successful candidate will be responsible for organizing, tracking and managing all aspects of the TIS grant cycle, ensuring the thorough administration of all grant requirements from nomination, to approval and monitoring. Toward achieving this, the Grants Manager will have experience with and will oversee all aspects of the donor-provided grant activity database as a means of tracking each grant from start-up through to close out.

The Grants Manager will be the principle administrator of programme grant activities, with the overall responsibility of ensuring that grant content and process consistently meet programme objectives, and IOM standards. The responsibilities will also include the monitoring and tracking of the narrative and financial content of each grant, as well as the logistical, procurement-related and other aspects of each grant.

The Grants Manager will form a part of the programme senior management team, with responsibilities for ensuring close coordination and integration of effort with the Field Coordinator who is also a principle member of the programme senior management team. Within the senior management team, key responsibilities of the Field Coordination Unit include ensuring the successful development, implementation and field monitoring of the programme's community-based, small grant initiatives in accordance with the overall objectives of the programme.

The Grants Manager will be responsible for reporting on the on-going cycle of grant operations in accordance with the priorities established by the programme senior management team, and according to the established TIS and IOM procedures for the administration of grants. The successful candidate will strengthen and maintain the necessary administrative structures and inter-departmental processes, both within the TIS programme office and between the TIS programme and the IOM Mission, in order to ensure grant transparency, smooth implementation, reporting, requisite controls and monitoring. Successful performance will result in a transparent tracking of IOM TIS grant activities, as well as a robust flow of information within the programme senior management team, and between IOM and the donor as a basis for strategic planning, programme and grant management.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Supervise the staff of the Grants Department and Database team; provide training on all related aspects of the grants process and database, and ensure the overall integrity of performance within the Grants Department and Database team.
2. Manage, modify, update and maintain the TIS Activity Database to ensure that all hardcopy and electronic (i.e. Share Point, TIS Share Drive, and database 'Document Registry') documents for all grants are completed, filed and in order.
3. Responsible for the overall quality of grants documentation, in English, and for the timely entry of all relevant grant information; serve as a focal point for all changes made to grant records and grant approvals in the TIS Database.
4. Review the narrative components of all grants and reports closely to ensure that the grant development process and approved grant records successfully convey the goals and strategic objectives of the programme.
5. Establish and maintain the reporting system of programmatic activity for donors, and counterparts within the programme, the Mission and IOM as required.
6. Provide to the donor weekly activity notes/grant updates, and undertake a weekly upload of the TIS Database, and all other requested grant-related information.
7. Ensure TIS Database includes centralized financial tracking of all grants; liaise regularly and actively with financial, administrative, and logistical and procurement units in order to further programme objectives and ensure that programme standards are followed.
8. Liaise and represent the programme with the donor and programme counterparts as needed to revise and update the database throughout the grant management process, including submission of grant, budget and grant amendments, if required.
9. Maintain an extensive filing system, produce reports and run queries on the database in a rapid fashion as requested by the Programme Coordinator and/or designated manager; develop reporting templates and refine existing mechanisms as required to ensure appropriate institutional memory in the area of grants activities and management. Maintain and update the programme Grant Matrix and provide weekly updates of the Grant Matrix and key reporting to the Programme Coordinator.
10. Monitor and maintain a full inventory of costs for each specific grant in the region; coordinate closely with the finance and procurement teams on grant and programme financial reporting.
11. Ensure the regular reconciliation of Grants Database financial tracking with IOM financial systems in close coordination with the administrative and finance teams of the TIS programme and of the IOM Somalia Mission in Nairobi.
12. 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);
• incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) 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;
• woks effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country 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

a) Completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Business Administration, Management or a related field;

• five years of relevant professional experience (or seven years for candidates with a first level university degree) in an international setting;
• at least three year's specific work experience in complex crisis environments with small grants administration and community outreach programming, with particular focus in the areas of infrastructure works, procurement and civil-society strengthening;
• at least two year's specific work experience with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programmes (for example as Grants Manager or Deputy Grants Manager), preferably with the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI);
• substantive professional experience required in at least one of the following: small grants administration, infrastructure works procurement, and/or civil society strengthening;
• expert knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, specifically related to small grants and in-kind grant management and compliance;
• expertise in database management as part of grants administration required; knowledge of the OTI database and grant management cycle a distinct advantage;
• demonstrated experience and ability with political analysis in complex crisis settings;
• knowledge of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) protocols, including experience work and staff management in a phase III or above security environment; j) experience in graphic design, Power Point or other software to generate sophisticated reporting an advantage; k) strong budgeting and general analytical skills; strong familiarity with financial management is required; l) significant reporting and database experience required, preferably with Microsoft Access. Languages Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Kiswahili and Somali an advantage. NOTE:
• With frequent trip to Somalia and possible relocation to Mogadishu if and when the situation is conducive.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by December 10, 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.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.

Posting period: From 26.11.2013 to 10.12.2013 Requisition: SVN 2013/56 (O) - Grants Manager (Grade Equiv P3) - IOM Somalia in Nairobi Kenya (54525794) Released Posting: SVN 2013/56 (O) - Grants Manager (Grade Equiv P3) - IOM Somalia in Nairobi Kenya (54525797) Released

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Job: Senior Humanitarian Advisor

Position Title: Senior Humanitarian Advisor

Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland

Classification : Official, Grade P4

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

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Dat: November 26, 2013

Reference Code: VN 2013/52 (O) - INT

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 favorably considered: Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Israel, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Context: Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Department of Operations and Emergencies, and in regular consultation with relevant departments and divisions in Headquarters (HQ), the Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) Senior Humanitarian Advisor main responsibilities are:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Act as overall focal point for IOM contributions to and interaction with the Inter Agency Standing Committee (IASC), including issues pertaining to humanitarian reform and humanitarian policy discussions; keeping abreast of developments in the reform process, analyzing the impact of such reforms on IOM and advising the DOE Director on such discussions.
2. Act as DOE focal point for humanitarian policy discussions and dialogue with Geneva-based representatives of the humanitarian community, including humanitarian NGOs, UN IASC focal points and the Red Cross/Crescent Movement; advise relevant department divisions accordingly.
3. In coordination with relevant HQ Departments/Divisions, IOM's UN Observer Office and field missions, prepare and present IOM's position at humanitarian interagency processes, such as the IASC Working Group; coordinate in particular the formulation of institutional positions in preparation for IASC Principals' meetings, other IASC fora as well as the Global Humanitarian Platform.
4. Strengthen IOM's relationship with academic and research institutions, including by contributing to academic events/publications as well as organizing informal consultations with key partners specifically related to humanitarian and post crisis interventions.
5. Supervise the drafting of various policies including the IOM Humanitarian Policy and the Durable Solutions policy and compendium to clearly articulate the roles, objectives and priorities of IOM in the international humanitarian system and the policies, codes of conduct and methodologies IOM staff can use for carrying out principled humanitarian action.
6. Establish a mechanism of coordination within DOE, and in consultation with other departments, for regular consultation on the process of policy development and the provision of input by IOM staff.
7. Establish the IOM Humanitarian Advisory Board and oversee all aspects of communication and consultation with the Board.
8. Supervise the development of training modules on the IOM Humanitarian Policy, Protection Mainstreaming and Durable Solutions Framework and their online version in close coordination with relevant departments/divisions.
9. Engage, in coordination with relevant departments/divisions, in other initiatives relevant to IOM humanitarian and protection work for stranded migrants, including in particular the UN Special Representative of the UN Secretary General on Migration and Development's initiative on migrants caught in crisis situations, and follow-up actions relating to the 2013 High Level Dialogue on International Migration and Development as well as the Global Forum on Migration and Development and the World Humanitarian Summit 2016.
10. 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); incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) 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 authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance global objectives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Political, or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations and/ or Law; eight years of relevant professional experience (ten years for candidates with first level university degree) in the field of migration issues including operational and field experience, IOM project development, and management; demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to the project; experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/ international institution and NGOs: knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French an advantage.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by November 26, 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.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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Job: Project Officer

Location: Gambella, Ethiopia
Deadline: Tuesday, 12 November 2013

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND NON-REPRESENTED MEMBER STATES CANDIDATES

Position Title: Project Officer

Duty Station: Gambella, Ethiopia

Classification: Official, Grade Equiv. P1

Type of Appointment: Special Short Term, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: November 12, 2013

Reference Code: SVN 2013/52 (O) - INT

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 favorably considered: Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, El Salvador, 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 of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Context:

Under the general supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Emergency and Post Crisis (EPC) Project Coordinator, and in close coordination with Resource Management Unit (RMU) as necessary, the Project Officer will work to ensure effective implementation of IOM project activities and represent IOM in local coordination mechanisms in Gambella Region. The current projects in this region focus on enhancing emergency response mechanisms for disaster affected - Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Ethiopia via the provision of basic life-saving items: emergency shelter (ES) and non-food items (NFIs).

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to the development of detailed work and activity plans for project implementation in accordance with the project documents and donor agreements and ensure adherence to work-plans, deadlines and budgets.
2. Assist in the implementation of direct assistance in accordance with the project documents and in close cooperation with the Logistics and Procurement colleagues, including oversight of market analysis, bidding process, registration of beneficiaries and final distribution.
3. Liaise with project partners for timely implementation, coordination of activities and efficient use of resources and logistics.
4. Conduct regular monitoring visits to sites, document lessons learned and make recommendations for adjustments.
5. Develop and maintain positive relations with regional government, UN agencies and other partners in the region.
6. Coordinate activities of the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Emergency Shelter, Non Food Items NFI Cluster and facilitate inter-cluster coordination in the region in cooperation with government and partners and in coordination with EPC Unit in Addis Ababa.
7. Carry out assessments of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) settlements and other humanitarian situations in Gambella with the government and humanitarian partners, making recommendations for appropriate site service provision and protection assistance according to international standards.
8. Carry out periodic training needs assessment among local government and humanitarian partners and coordinate/carry out regional/local trainings.
9. Work closely with the EPC Unit in Addis and provide regular (weekly) updates on regional activities as well as monthly reports.
10. In close coordination with the Project Development Team of the Mission, assist in identifying and developing new project opportunities for humanitarian projects.
11. Manage sub-office staff and approve payments and transactions for sub-office expenditures and ensure all transactions comply with IOM Administrative rules and regulations, in close coordination with RMU.
12. 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;
• incorporates genderrelated needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
• displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; j) 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 community to advance country office or regional objectives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

a) completed university degree from an accredited academic institution in Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Relations, Conflict Resolution or related field;

• two years of professional experience in humanitarian assistance;
• experience in SubOffices, people and team management, training needs assessment, training planning, conducting humanitarian gaps and needs assessments, working with internal displacement coordination and direct assistance;
• experience of working in remote locations with difficult access and logistics, directly with government counterparts for humanitarian assistance. Languages Fluency in English is required.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by November 12, 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.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.

Posting period: From 29.10.2013 to 12.11.2013 Requisition: SVN 2013/52 (O) - Project Officer (Grade Equiv P1) - Gambella, Ethiopia (54523403) Released Posting: SVN 2013/52 (O) - Project Officer (Grade Equiv P1) - Gambella, Ethiopia (54523406) Released

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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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Job: DRIVER (5 POSITIONS AVAILABLE, IOM)

Location : Odesa, UKRAINE

Application Deadline : 04-Nov-13

Additional Category Management

Type of Contract : Individual Contract

Post Level : National Consultant

Languages Required :

Duration of Initial Contract : one year, 1 December 2013 — 30 November 2014

Background

Organizational Unit: Administrative Section

Direct Supervisor: Senoir Driver

Organizational Context:

The EU Border Assistance Mission (EUBAM) to Moldova and Ukraine was established, based on a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 7 October 2005 by the European Commission, the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, with IOM as the EU's implementing partner. The mandate of EUBAM runs through 30 November 2015. The Mission is a technical assistance and advisory body that aims at enhancing the border and customs management capacities of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, approximate the standards of the border and law enforcement authorities to those of the EU and to enhance the implementation of the rule of law.

Duties and Responsibilities

General Functions:

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Driver and guidance of the Procurement Assistant, and the overall supervision of the EUBAM Resource Management/Human Resources Officer (RMO), the Driver will provide transport support to the work of EUBAM.

Specific Functions:

• Drive EUBAM office vehicles.
• Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles. This includes daily checks of tyres, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.
• Arrange for minor repairs and ensure that the vehicles are kept clean.
• Keep records of spare parts for the vehicles and conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts.
• Ensure that the vehicles undertake regular service intervals.
• Make sure that the vehicles always have a full tank of fuel prior to departure for trips to the field.
• Find the most direct routes over the best available roads to the destination.
• Ensure that the EUBAM vehicles are used only for official/authorised business, as advised by the supervisor and in compliance with the provisions of the EUBAM internal rules for use of Mission vehicles.
• Make sure that the daily log sheet is prepared and a monthly report is prepared summarising statistics on mileage, fuel consumption, etc.
• Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in discussions involving EUBAM and its officials.
• In close cooperation with the National Security Officer, take proper steps to reduce potential security threats to EUBAM officials or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes.
• Collect and deliver mail/documents as assigned.
• In close cooperation with the National Security Officer, ensure that the measures required by the local rules and regulations (pertaining to driving) are followed in case of involvement in accident.
• Assist the Senior Driver in planning, organizing, and scheduling the work of temporary drivers.
• Compare information on requisition or invoices for shipments received or issued to verify their accuracy; complete requisitions or other forms and ensure that the Organization's requirements/ procedures are followed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Basic knowledge of office software (MS Word/Excel/Outlook/Internet Explorer) is an asset.

Required Skills and Experience

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent;
• Valid driver's license of at least category B;
• Five (5) years' work experience as a driver (recommendations required); experience of work for international organizations is an asset;
• Excellent knowledge of applicable Traffic Rules of Ukraine;
• Skills in minor and emergency vehicle repair;
• Safe driving record;
• Fluency in Ukrainian and Russian; knowledge of spoken English is a mandatory requirement;
• Basic knowledge of office software (MS Word/Excel/Outlook/Internet Explorer) is an asset.

NOTES: 1. Appointment is subject to funding confirmation. Send CV and cover letter in English to: IOM Kyiv 8 Mykhailivska Str., Kyiv 01001 iomkiev@iom.int, 568-5016 (Fax) Please, indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your message.

Closing date for applications is, November 4, 2013, however interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply sooner. Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Job: SENIOR DRIVER (IOM)

Location :Odesa, UKRAINE

Application Deadline : 04-Nov-13

Additional Category Management

Type of Contract : Individual Contract

Post Level : National Consultant

Languages Required : English Russian

Duration of Initial Contract : one year, 1 December 2013 — 30 November 2014

Background

Organizational Unit: Administrative Section

Direct Supervisor: Procurement Assistant Organizational Context: The EU Border Assistance Mission (EUBAM) to Moldova and Ukraine was established, based on a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 7 October 2005 by the European Commission, the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, with IOM as the EU's implementing partner. The mandate of EUBAM runs through 30 November 2015. The Mission is a technical assistance and advisory body that aims at enhancing the border and customs management capacities of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, approximate the standards of the border and law enforcement authorities to those of the EU and to enhance the implementation of the rule of law.

Duties and Responsibilities

General Functions: Under the direct supervision of the Senior Driver and guidance of the Procurement Assistant, and the overall supervision of the EUBAM Resource Management/Human Resources Officer (RMO), the Senior Driver will oversee the work of other drivers and provide transport support to EUBAM.

Specific Functions:

• Supervise, manage and coordinate drivers of the Mission and other transportation issues relevant to the needs of the Mission.
• Drive EUBAM office vehicles.
• Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles. This includes daily checks of tyres, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.
• Arrange for minor repairs and ensure that the vehicles are kept clean.
• Keep records of spare parts for the vehicles and conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts.
• Ensure that the vehicles undertake regular service intervals.
• Make sure that the vehicles always have a full tank of fuel prior to departure on trips to the field.
• Find the most direct routes over the best available roads to the destination.
• Ensure that the EUBAM vehicles are used only for official/authorised business, as advised by the supervisor and in compliance with the provisions of the EUBAM internal rules for use of Mission vehicles.
• Make sure that the daily log sheet is prepared and a monthly report is prepared summarising statistics on mileage, fuel consumption, etc.
• Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in discussions involving EUBAM and its officials.
• In close cooperation with the National Security Officer, take proper steps to reduce potential security threats to EUBAM officials or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes.
• Collect and deliver mail/documents as assigned.
• In close cooperation with the National Security Officer, ensure that the measures required by the local rules and regulations (pertaining to driving) are taken in case of involvement in accident.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Basic knowledge of office software (MS Word/Excel/Outlook/Internet Explorer) is an asset;

Required Skills and Experience

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent;
• Valid driver's license of at least category B;
• Eight (8) years' work experience as a driver (recommendations required); experience of work for international organizations is an asset;
• Experience in coordination of work of a pool of drivers is an advantage;
• Excellent knowledge of applicable Traffic Rules of Ukraine;
• Skills in minor and emergency vehicle repair;
• Safe driving record;
• Fluency in Ukrainian and Russian; knowledge of spoken English is a mandatory requirement;
• Basic knowledge of office software (MS Word/Excel/Outlook/Internet Explorer) is an asset;

NOTES: 1. Appointment is subject to funding confirmation. Send CV and cover letter in English to: IOM Kyiv 8 Mykhailivska Str., Kyiv 01001 iomkiev@iom.int, 568-5016 (Fax) Please, indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your message.

Closing date for applications is, November 4, 2013, however interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply sooner. Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted for an interview

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Job: Customer Service Analyst

Location: Los Angeles, California, United States 

Description

Customer Service Analyst

Tracking Code 213692-025

Job Description

ICANN has an exciting new opportunity for a Customer Service Analyst. The Customer Service Analyst is an experienced member of ICANN's gTLD Customer Service team. The position will report to a Manager and will assist various members of the team in responding to customer service requests and in the execution of Program processes.

• The Customer Service Analyst II is expected to be knowledgeable about ICANN and the gTLD program and should have experience with several specialized Customer Service processes.

Specific Duties (include, but not limited to):

• Respond to customer service requests using documented knowledge articles and approved responses in the Customer Service Knowledge Base (Tier 1)
• Research responses for previously unanswered customer service questions (Tier 2)
• Work with groups in other departments to develop a resolution to new case topics requiring escalated support (Tier 3)

• Communicate with ICANN staff, customers, and the public community to resolve customer service requests

• Develop knowledge articles and standardized language for responses to new questions

• Create and update knowledge articles in specialized topics

• Manage specialized queues in support of specific topics or processes.

• Manage in progress cases and follow up to ensure cases are resolved within defined SLAs

• Assist new employees in responding to cases

• Support other members of the gTLD team as needed

• Assist in administrative tasks as requested

ICANN is an unusual global organization. It is based on a multi-stakeholder concept that brings interested voices around the world into the bottom-up policy-making process for the Internet's domain name system. You can find more about us at

• http://www.icann.org.

There is no typical ICANN employee.

• Our staff has a wide range of backgrounds and working styles, with many working remotely, and we have offices in Europe and the United States. We are expanding and changing rapidly with plans to open offices in Singapore and Istanbul before our fiscal year end. Most ICANN employees own their own projects, work closely with executive management and enjoy a rich benefits plan. Come work with the people who are shaping the future of the Internet!

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, complex, team environment.

• Ability to adapt to new technologies and organizational and procedural changes.

• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to multi-task.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and other standard productivity software.

• ICANN values diversity and gives preference to candidates with demonstrated skills in languages in addition to proficient written and spoken English.

• Understanding of ICANN structure and gTLD program and services

• Detailed knowledge in multiple areas of ICANN and the gTLD program.

• Understanding of DNS, root zone, and the Internet.

• Knowledge of ICANN departments, functions, services

• Proficient knowledge of gTLD program processes

• Experience with both Mac and PC is a plus.

• Prior experience with CRM software or helpdesk ticketing system (Salesforce, Request Tracker, Remedy, Track-it) is a plus.

Required Experience

College degree or related business discipline.

• 2-4 years experience in a customer service or technical support role

ICANN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation,

• age or other protected characteristics and complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. ICANN offers a competitive benefits package, including a retirement savings plan and also employer-paid medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.

All resumes should accompany a well written cover letter (first impressions are everything). Tell us why you are the best person for the job. Only those with comparable skills will be contacted. No phone calls or email please.

About ICANN:

ICANN's mission is to ensure a stable, secure and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet you have to type an address into your computer - a name or a number. That address has to be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN coordinates these unique identifiers across the world. Without that coordination we wouldn't have one global Internet. ICANN was formed in 1998. It is a not-for-profit public-benefit corporation with participants from all over the world dedicated to keeping the Internet secure, stable and interoperable. It promotes competition and develops policy on the Internet's unique identifiers. ICANN doesn't control content on the Internet. It cannot stop spam and it doesn't deal with access to the Internet. But through its coordination role of the Internet's naming system, it does have an important impact on the expansion and evolution of the Internet. For more information please visit:

• http://www.icann.org.

Job Location Los Angeles, California, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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Job: Project Manager (Emergency, Transition & Recovery)

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Position Title: Project Manager (Emergency, Transition & Recovery)

Duty Station: Sana'a, Yemen

Classification: Official, Grade Equiv. P3

Type of Appointment: Special Short Term, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: October 30, 2013

Reference Code: SVN 2013/50 (O) – EXT.

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 favorably considered:

Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, El Salvador, 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 of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), and in close coordination with the other Units in the Yemen Mission, including Migration Health, Migration Management Operations units, the Regional Office, and the Department of Operations and Emergencies in Geneva, the successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination of IOM's ongoing emergency, relief transition and recovery initiatives and for the identification and development of follow up and new initiatives addressing humanitarian crises and relief needs arising out of the ongoing instability, internal displacement and environmental degradation affecting much of the country.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Implement an integrated, professional and effective Emergency, Transition and Recovery Unit approach to ongoing crises and new interventions, programming opportunities challenges and project implementation.
• Provide strategic direction and technical guidance to the Unit staff members and ensure the Units relevant, timely and effective implementation obligations; coordinate the identification of additional programming opportunities, and pursue the necessary IOM profile and visibility.
• Oversee IOM's Internally Displaced Person (IDP) related relief activities and operations, focusing on IOM's roles in the Shelter, Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM,) Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Health, Non-Food Item (NFI), Food, Nutrition, Protection and Logistics clusters. Ensure as part of emergency activities, the ongoing monitoring and assessment of displaced communities, in close coordination with other cluster members and the Government of Yemen (GoY). Ensure appropriate as well as timely distribution of relief items to affected populations, with particular emphasis on needs assessment and distribution planning of relief assistance to displaced and affected communities. Ensure coherence and complementarity of IOM interventions in support of the IDP response and recovery efforts with other initiatives.
• Identify relevant programming opportunities, and coordinate and develop project proposals and corresponding financial requirements, within the various resource mobilization fora and mechanisms, including the Consolidated Humanitarian Appeals, the Peace Building Fund; the (Central) Emergency Response Funds (CERF and ERF), and specific humanitarian donors – European Community Humanitarian Office (ECHO), Department for International development (DFID etc. Coordinate and oversee timely project implementation, through adequate resources and tasks identification and allocation; pursue regular financial, procurement and output monitoring; ensure relevant financial and narrative reporting obligations and accountability are fulfilled according to IOM and donor standards and timetables. Pursue the negotiation, preparation and development of Project Implementation Agreements with potential project partners, implementing partners and relevant government entities.
• Ensure and coordinate the collation of relevant and to the extent possible accurate and comprehensive statistical data for project identification, implementation monitoring and report briefing purposes. Maintain data collection and analysis mechanisms, including distribution tracking systems, and share relevant information with partners within the humanitarian community including complete lists of beneficiaries.
• Support the CoM in liaising with local authorities, United Nations (UN) and nongovernmental organizations (NGO) counterparts in field locations where IOM IDP- and emergency and recovery activities are undertaken, and Sana'a, as relevant. Participate on behalf of the Mission to various fora, including Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) country level coordination meetings (Clusters), Inter Cluster Coordination Meetings (ICCM) and inter-agency gatherings convened to discuss coordinated responses to the conflict, disasters, and displacement in Yemen.
• Participate in inter-agency working groups and sectors towards the elaboration of contingency plans and disaster reduction strategies. Prepare and participate in donor briefings on IOM's emergency interventions, achievements and plans.
• Ensure the preparation and timely submission of accurate donor reports according to obligations and Organizational standards. Report regularly on the progress of the operation, keeping the Chief of Mission advised of problems and suggesting improvements to the operation as needed.
• Undertake duty travel and field evaluation and needs assessment visits to accessible parts of the country.
• 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);
• incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) 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 or 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; available information.
• makes correct decisions rapidly based on

Required Qualifications and Experience

a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Relations or a related field;

• five years of professional experience (or seven years for candidates holding a first level university degree) in a humanitarian/development organization or project implantation;
• proven expertise in the area of emergency, transition and recovery, migration management, including regional consultative processes, migration data and policy development, immigration and border management and counter trafficking;
• experience in liaising with regional bodies, governmental authorities, other international/national institutions;
• working experience in direct assistance, project development and implementation, writing and editing technical documents;
• experience in working on Yemen/Horn of Africa region an advantage;
• understanding of migration issues in Yemen/the Horn of Africa region;
• proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledge of advanced publishing programmes;
• willing to travel domestically, regionally.

Languages Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic an advantage.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by October 30, 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.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.

Posting period: From 16.10.2013 to 30.10.2013 Requisition: SVN 2013/50 (O) - Project Manager (Emergency, Transition & Recovery) (Grade Equiv P3) - Sana'a, Yemen (54520860) Released Posting: SVN 2013/50 (O) - Project Manager (Emergency, Transition & Recovery) (Grade Equiv P3) Sana'a, Yemen (54520863) Released

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