JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Support the Programme Coordinator (Shelter and Settlement) on integrating Cash-Based Interventions (CBIs) into operational plans and strategies that efficiently meet programme objectives, while liaising with technical sectors.

2. Participate in the technical design and delivery of cash-based programme interventions.

3. Contribute to the review of technical guidelines, Cash for Shelter and NFIs, Protection, livelihood and Multi-Purpose Cash Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) for the range of programmatic responses incorporating cash modalities.

4. Assist Programme Coordinator in overall day to day oversight and management of all cash and voucher transfers planned under IOM operations in South Sudan national and sub-national level.

5. Contribute to the project planning, design and implementation, considering local context, and available technologies in line with the IOM policies and procedures for CBI-based programming.

6. Support in the implementation of needs assessments to select, design and implement appropriate cash modalities and delivery mechanisms.

7. Provide technical support, guidance and training to the programme support staff, Information Management and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) teams involved in the planning and management of CBI transfers.

8. Support the capacity development of staff and provide technical guidance on market assessments and price monitoring for the key commodities and based on identified needs for programmes.

9. Closely coordinate with Programme Support Unit and M&E unit to check that relevant output and outcome indicators for CBI”s are systematically being collected and analysed in a manner that will help to determine efficiency and effectiveness of CBIs delivery, as well as the appropriateness of the transfer modality choice.

10. Undertake visits to project sites and meet beneficiaries to verify that progress is made in the achievement of project objectives, and for quality assurance purposes.

11. Ensure cash distributions are properly documented and meet technical quality, accountability and protection standards in compliance with donors’ regulations. Check that the appropriate measures are taken against fraud, waste and abuse.

12. Facilitate protection mainstreaming and cross cutting issues (Accountability to affected populations (AAP)) are streamlined across all the CBI activities.

13. Liaison closely with relevant partners engaged in CBIs activities, particularly Cash Working Group and keeping them fully informed of the status of IOM activities. Liaise closely with OCHA, as programmatic co-chair of the Cash Working Group, participate in national level dialogue with donors and other stakeholders on cash, vouchers and other CBIs.

14. Assist in hiring and management of Financial Service Provider with appropriate delivery mechanisms and having in place multiple technologies for cash delivery that are feasible in context and as per IOM policy and procedures.

15. Inform IOM Country Office, Area/Sub-Offices and IOM partners on risk management for CBI based programme implementation.

16. Draft and/or review activity reports in close coordination with the program team, provide data and vital statistics on key achievement and lessons learnt relevant to CBI.

17. Draft high-quality baseline reports, market assessment report and CBI activity reports.

18. Draft high-quality case studies and success stories relevant to CBIs.

19. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in Economics, Project Management, Social Science, Development Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in the implementation of Cash-Based Interventions projects;
• Experience in emergency, project implementation and/or management including project monitoring and reporting is an advantage;
• Experience working with international organizations specialized in humanitarian and development assistance;
• Experience in working and coordinating with stakeholders and working group; and,
• Familiarity with South Sudan context and experience are some other added advantages.

Skills

• Good coordination and communication skills;
• Cash Learning Partnership (CALP) certified;
• Good in Cash programming;
• Ability to prioritize tasks; and,
• Advance organizational and analytical skills.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

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 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, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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