Position Title : Programme Manager (Integration & Social Cohesion)
Duty Station : Ankara, Turkey
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 12 March 2020
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:
Internal candidates
Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
Turkey hosts a large migrant population under residence permits and Syrian refugees. The Directorate General for Migration Management (Ministry of Interior (MoI)) is the authority responsible to design and implement integration and social cohesion policies and programmes.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Migration Management), in coordination with Regional Thematic Specialist and relevant units in the Regional Office in Vienna, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supporting the formulation, design, planning, implementation monitoring and evaluation of projects related to migrant integration and social cohesion in IOM targeted areas of intervention.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Manage all aspects of the implementation of the project IOM-Directorate General of Migration Management (DGMM) Harmonization and Social Cohesion Programme across Turkey. Ensure timely implementation in coordination with beneficiaries and partners and in line with the workplan.
Provide technical and thematic support and expertise about migrant integration as required externally (for example, in conferences and meetings organized by DGMM) as well as internally within IOM in project implementation and strategic guidance.
Establish and carry out, in close coordination with DGMM and relevant stakeholders, monthly management meetings to monitor the progress of implementation.
Ensure quality control of project outputs and keep good and orderly record of activity reports, monitor budget expenditure, anticipate and address emerging challenges, and report these in timely manner to the direct supervisor.
Coordinate implementation with internal programme support function (Procurement, Budget, Human Resources (HR), Security, Public Information) for timely information sharing. Supervise staff and ensure effective implementation of all activities in Ankara and in field locations.
In coordination with the Regional Office Monitoring & Evaluation Officer in Vienna, establish and implement a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan that captures, inter alia, beneficiary satisfaction, measurement of project outputs, and project impacts. Carry out analysis as relevant.
Ensure regular donor reporting in accordance with the donor agreement and in coordination with the Project Development and Reporting Unit and the Regional Office in Vienna.
Identify and advise the Programme Coordinator on project opportunities and support further expansion of integration programming. Conceptualize new integration and social cohesion projects in coordination with the Regional Office in Vienna.
Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees, policy and technical working groups, as well as other forums to ensure proper coordination and presentation of activities.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Behavioral Psychology, Migration Studies, 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 field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, project development, and management;
• Demonstrated high level of expertise in the field of migrant integration and social cohesion;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs);
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation;
• Working experience and knowledge of migrant integration and social cohesion is a distinct advantage.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Turkish, French, and/or Spanish is an advantage.
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
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 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 – 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 potential.
• Empowering others & 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.
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
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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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 security clearances.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 12 March 2020 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 28.02.2020 to 12.03.2020
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
Requisition: VN 2020 32 Programme Manager (Integration & Social Cohesion) (P3) Ankara, Turkey
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