National Operations Officer (Reception &Rehabilitation)

  • Location:
  • Salary:
    negotiable
  • Job type:
    Contract
  • Posted:
    1 year ago
  • Category:
    Project Manager
  • Deadline:
    30/09/2022

Context:

IOM’s Disengagement, Disassociation, Reintegration and Reconciliation (DDRR) programme is a key component of IOM’s peacebuilding and stabilization portfolio that aims to increase Somalia’s resilience to destabilizing conditions and build national capacity towards sustained peace. The programme aims to contribute to peace and improved security in Somalia through supporting the Federal Government of Somalia’s National Programme on the Treatment and Handling of Disengaged Combatants and Women Associated (National Programme).

In the absence of a peace agreement, and other preconditions usually required for traditional Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) programming, IOM has been supporting the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) in its implementation of the National Programme through a four-pillared approach that reframes traditional DDR in terms of Disengagement, Disassociation, Reintegration and Reconciliation (DDRR). This context specific and context sensitive approach has been developed and implemented alongside local partners to include the national government and regional administrations, to create viable, reliable, gender-responsive, transparent, and nationally owned legal and operational processes to support exit and reintegration pathways for former associates where sanctioned violent extremist groups are involved. In facilitating the reintegration of former associates within these new contexts, IOM works to reduce the risk of recidivism or recruitment into criminal or violent extremist groups by addressing the drivers of conflict and building resilience at the individual and community levels.

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (DDRR) and under the direct supervision of Project Officer (DDRR – Women, Peace and Security) and the technical supervision of the Project Officer (Operation and Project Management Support) (based in Mogadishu), the National Operations Officer (Reception & Rehabilitation will be based in Mogadishu, Somalia with frequent travel to Kismayo and Baidoa, as well as any other new project locations. The candidate is expected to provide operational and programmatic support and coordination to IOM’s DDRR activities related to the rehabilitation pillar of the National Programme, and when applicable, extends support to the reception pillar. In particular, the National Operations Officer (Reception &Rehabilitation) will assist the Project Officers to facilitate the provision of rehabilitation services through the 5 Rehabilitation Centers (3 for men, 2 for women) with the support of centers’ staff, vendors, implementing partners and government counterparts.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Operation and Administration responsibilities:

1. In coordination with Project Officer (DDRR – Women, Peace and Security and in collaboration with the National Operation Officer (Transitional Plan and Government Liaison), perform and coordinate day-to-day procurement, financial and administrative functions in relation to the Rehabilitation Centers in line with the IOM/UN procurement and financial procedures and policies.

2. Support the Field Coordinators (Kismayo & Baidoa,) and guide the Rehabilitation Center Managers with day-to-day procurement/logistic operations in line with IOM resource management rules and procedures, including but not limited to receiving goods, tracking services for the purpose of ensuring quality, relevance and accountability to beneficiaries.

3. Coach, train, and mentor field staff and relevant government administrative staff with the aim of strengthening their capacity on operations and rehabilitation protocols as well as ensure transparency and accountability in operational procedures and maintain a record of relevant documentation.

4. Review all documentation or deliverables as stipulated in the rehabilitation service or goods delivery Terms of Reference / contract / Purchase Order before submitting for approval to the relevant officer; Prepare and submit all required liquidation documentation for payment of rehabilitation center staff/government counterparts.

Other Programmatic responsibilities:

5. Support the overall programmatic design and service monitoring of the five Rehabilitation centres in Baidoa, Kismayo and Mogadishu, or any other new project locations. Facilitate and monitor effective implementation of the Rehabilitation SOPs.

6. Actively participate in relevant coordination meetings with the DDRR program teams and counterparts in relation to the rehabilitation pillar, to include case management, livelihood, education, gender and human rights, and M&E. Provide feedback to Project Officer and National Operation Officer on program service/activity design and delivery, with the aim to smoothly and swiftly facilitate operations of such service/activity (I,e, raise PRF, draft service/IP contracts, support BEAC and IP budget negotiation, payment submission and support financial review, find solutions when there are logistical challenges)

7. Contribute to monitoring reports, case studies, advocacy, research/survey tools, and upon request of Project Officer (DDRR) gather and consolidate inputs to donor reports.

8. Conduct frequent field visits (50% field-based) to project sites to monitor, verify and report on project progress and results.

9. When applicable, assist the Project Officer (DDRR) and National Operation Officer (Transitional Plan and Government Liaison) with communication and coordination with government focal persons, other UN agencies, donor representatives, IOM mission senior management, and security sector authorities.

10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, International Relations, Law, or Labour relations or any other related field from an accredited academic institution; or
  • University degree in the above fields with 2 years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

  • Direct work experience in project implementation and performing operations duties of IOM programme is required; sufficient knowledge of and familiarity with IOM procurement and financial system, i.e. Purchase Requisition Form. Purchase Order, Online Invoice Payable Application is a must.
  • Experience working in Jubaland and/or South West State and/or Banadir region (Mogadishu) is required. Government coordination experience a distinctive advantage.
  • Experience in Cash-based-intervention (CBI) an advantage.
  • Excellent operational, organizational and communication skills and the ability to work harmoniously with other colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
  • Previous work experience in one or more of the following thematic areas is a distinct advantage: DDRR, Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism.
  • Project experience related to one or more of the following topics: stabilization, livelihoods, community-led recovery and conflict mitigation

Skills

  • Strong computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in usage of MS Office
  • Knowledge of Jubaland, and/or Southwest State and Banadir region (Mogadishu), including socioeconomic and political context required.
  • Knowledge of UN programming.
  • Knowledge of IOM resource management rules and procedures.
  • Knowledge of IOM and UN procurement and logistics management and procedures.

Languages

  • Fluency in English and Somali (Oral and Written).

Required Competencies

Values

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
  • Integrity and transparency: maintain 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

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.
  • motivational way.

Note: This position is based in Mogadishu with frequent travel to field/project locations.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating the Special Vacancy Notice Number (SVN No.), Position Title and the Duty Station with three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone) to: recruitmentsomalia@iom.int

Posting period:

From 23.09.2022 to 30.09.2022

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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