POST DESCRIPTION

SECTION 1

Position Information

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programme, the direct supervision of National Program Officer – Migration, Environment and Climate Change and in close collaboration with Programme Managers and other relevant colleagues in the Mission, the incumbent will support all aspects of Migration, Environment and Climate Change (MECC) programming in Ethiopia, including the implementation of MECC projects, capacity building, assessments, training, research, and other related activities

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Support the implementation of projects related to climate adaptation, and disaster risk management.
• Draft  project plans,  verifying timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation are aligned with donor requirements and organizational policies.
•  Monitor project activties, coordinating with partners and stakeholders, and  verify activities align with the project plan and quality standards
•  Participeate in the development of and implement M&E frameworks to track progress, conduct regular field visits for assessment and feedback, analyze data to measure project impact, and prepare timely progress reports for supervisors and donors.
•  Monitor the project budget, and prepare financial reports per organizational and donor requirements, and maintain transparency and accountability in fund usage.
• Strengthen partnerships with local stakeholders,  participate in relevant events, and  facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
• Contribute to the mainstreaming of human mobility into local development plans and policies.
• Draft  concept notes and sections of proposals in close coordination with the supervisor  and support the mobilization of  funding for climate action.
• Contribute to MECC relevant policy processes, providing technical inputs on human mobility, environment, and climate change nexus.
• Contribute to administrative and technical support in organizing and coordinating MECC related trainings, workshops, meetings, seminars, and other events.
• Assist the IOM Ethiopia team in promoting MECC-related initiatives and ensuring donor visibility through drafting press releases, newsletters, briefing notes, etc.
•  Comply  with IOM and donor requirements, including those related to procurement, finance, and human resources, maintaining close contact with relevant IOM support units.
• Perform all other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATION

• BA Degree in Environmental Science; Natural Resource Management; Agricultural Economics; Forestry; Plant Science; Rural Development; Disaster Risk management; Gender and Development; International Relations and other related Social Science fields, or
• School diploma.

EXPERIENCE

• Six  years  of relevant work experience in the fields of Migration, Environment, and/or Sustainable Development.
• Experience working on climate change, disaster-risk reduction/management, community-based livelihood adaption, green job creation, and/or climate smart-agriculture projects.
• Experience in project management and implementation, including resource/financial management, project development, and monitoring and evaluation concept is preferable.
• Capacity building experience with governmental and non-governmental actors at federal and grassroots levels is an asset.
• Previous experience working for an international organization, particularly on migration related issues is desired.

SKILLS

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration, climate change, climate adaptation and disaster risk managemnet related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
• Knowledge of climate action related project design and implementation
• Knowledge of budget proposal development and budget management
• Knowledge of resource mobilization and strategic partnership including managing project implementing partners
• Familiarity with the work of UN agencies, and/or similar International organizations would be a plus.

SECTION 5

Languages

REQUIRED

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English (oral and written) and have at least a working knowledge of Amharic (Oral and Written).

DESIRABLE

Knowledge of other local languages is an advantage.

SECTION 6

Competencies[1]

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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 COMETENCIES

Problem-Solving: Quickly identifying root issues, evaluating alternatives, and implementing effective solutions.

Adaptability: Being flexible and responsive to change, adjusting strategies as new information or challenges arise.

Stakeholder Management: Understanding stakeholder needs, managing expectations, and fostering relationships.

Budgeting: Planning, allocating, and monitoring resources to meet project financial constraints.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements