Job DescriptionIntroductionEstablished in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
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Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Organizational Context and ScopeWithin the IOM OPT Mission, the Programme Support Unit (PSU) is a cross-sectoral unit working closely with all thematic units to support the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of projects and other initiatives. The unit coordinates closely with HQ and regional colleagues, as well as external counterparts and donors to support quality and well-coordinated programming and oversight. This includes supporting the implementation and monitoring of the mission-wide IOM OPT strategy.
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes and direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer, the National Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will support the implementation of projects/programmes/strategy Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) activities for the mission, as well as contribute to report drafting and review, in line with internal and donor requirements.
Responsibilities
- * M&E Framework
- Support the development and updating of the overall framework for IOM OPT, including indicators, tools and methodologies for ad hoc, monthly, quarterly and annual monitoring processes, remote and third-party monitoring, ensuring alignment with donor agreements and RBM guidance.
- Ensure effective financial planning and oversight of M&E activities, including appropriate budgeting and regular expenditure monitoring, tracking of commitments and burn rates, identification of variances, and timely follow-up on required budget adjustments, in coordination with the Programme Support Unit and relevant Resource Management colleagues. Support the development, testing and updating of standardized M&E tools and assist in promoting their consistent use through training and follow-up with programme focal points and implementing partners.
- Support integration of protection, gender and inclusion considerations into monitoring frameworks and tools in coordination with the Protection focal point.
- Support the maintenance and application of remote monitoring and emergency-adapted tools for access-constrained environments and rapid onset situations.
- Evaluation and Learning
- Support the planning and coordination of internal and external evaluations, including drafting of Terms of Reference, facilitating evaluation missions, coordinating with evaluators, and tracking of recommendations.
- Third Party Monitoring
- Support the implementation and coordination of third-party monitoring arrangements including preparation of TPM scopes of work, tools, and deliverables.
- Review TPM reports, validate findings and support integration of results into programme follow-up and learning processes.
- Monitoring, Data Quality and Reporting
- Support regular progress tracking against indicators and contribute to quarterly updates to the mission, in coordination with programme focal points.
- Support data verification and validation through data quality checks, consistency checks, field spot checks (when feasible) and review of implementing partner submissions.
- Ensure adherence to IOM’s data protection principles and proper handling of sensitive data.
- Coordinate with the Programme Support Officer to support timely preparation of donor reports reflecting results against agreed indicators log frames, and stakeholder information needs, providing analytical inputs to results sections and ensuring coherence between narrative and quantitative data.
- Review IM and monitoring reports, identify bottlenecks and propose necessary corrective actions. Support development of dashboards and visual analytical products.
- Support tracking risks and assumptions across projects and coordinate with programme teams to update mitigation measures and adjust monitoring plans accordingly.
- Management
- Contribute to capacity-building activities for staff and implementing partners on M&E, RBM, data collection, accountability and reporting.
- Keep abreast of developments in IOM’s Evaluation and Monitoring and Results-Based Management (RBM) functions to support compliance with IOM monitoring and reporting requirements, including for the Strategic Results Framework (SRF), the Institutional Questionnaire (IQ), Project Information and Management Application ( PRIMA), and other regional M&E planning tools.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications and ExperienceEducation
- * Master’s degree in international relations, Political or Social Sciences, Business or Public Administration, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
- Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience
- Other relevant training related to the field of monitoring and evaluation are added advantage.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- * Demonstrated technical knowledge in project development, quantitative and qualitative M&E methods and data collection and analysis, and reporting, with understanding of contemporary trends and innovations in the field of monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL).
- Experience in RBM, logical frameworks and other strategic planning approaches; implementation of M&E systems and plans; training in M&E development and implementation; information analysis and report writing.
- Proven experience in data management, analysis and reporting in a humanitarian context.
Skills
- * Strong analytical skills and organization skills.
- Good knowledge of research methodologies and quantitative and qualitative techniques.
- Strong writing, presentation, and facilitation.
- Advanced knowledge of MS office and working knowledge of databases and statistical tools.
- Ability to meet deadlines and produce clearly and accurate written reports.
LanguagesAll IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Fluency in Arabic is an added advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required CompetenciesIOM’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, if with direct reports
- 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.
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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.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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