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Senior Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Associate

Panama City

  • Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: Panama City
  • Grade: Administrative support - GS-6, General Service - No need for Higher Education - Locally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Operations and Administrations
    • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Closing Date:

Job Description

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 candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

 
Context
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Officer (RPMEO), the incumbent will support the Regional Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Unit (RPMEU), which operates under the guidance of the Strategic Planning and Results Division (SRD) in the Office of Strategy and Organizational Performance and the Central Evaluation Division (CED) in IOM Headquarters (HQ), to provide planning, monitoring, evaluation, and support and sharing of critical learning to Regional (RO) and Country Offices (COs); including: supporting the development and updating of country-, regional-, and multiregional-level tools and systems; and providing technical support and assistance to COs on planning, monitoring, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

1. Support the RPMEO to plan, design, and carry out capacity building and training on monitoring and evaluation to COs in the Region. 

2. Together with the RPMEO, serve as a resource person for COs in the Region by providing support and guidance on planning, monitoring, evaluation, the Strategic Results Framework principles, tools for monitoring of project and programme-level risks, and monitoring of data. 

3. In coordination with the Regional Project Development Officer (RPDO) and RPMEO, support the review of results matrices, budgeting, and planning for monitoring and evaluation in project proposals for COs in the Region. 

4. Under the guidance of the RPMEO, support with drafting, developing, and updating IOM M&E systems, plans, tools, workplans, guidelines, reviews, policies, analytical reports and data, and strategies. 

5. Support the RPMEO in the review and monitoring of CO projects to ensure timely planning of evaluations and the implementation of findings and recommendations and support the RPMEO in the coordination of evaluations conducted by the RPMEU. 

6. Prepare internal reports, presentations, and briefings as relevant to Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, as needed. 

7. In coordination with the RPDO and the RPMEO, contribute to ongoing knowledge management processes from HQ and in the RO and COs in the Region, including sharing information and tools related to planning, monitoring, and evaluation. 

8. In the absence of the RPMEO, ensure the continued functioning of the RPMEO by coordinating incoming requests from internal or external partners. 

9. Participate in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the technical area of expertise, as required by the RPMEO and/or the Deputy Regional Director (DRD) for Operations. 

10. Perform any other duties as maybe assigned.

Qualifications

Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law, or related field with four years of relevant professional experience; or,
  • High School diploma with six years of relevant experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
 
Experience
  • Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, with project management, monitoring and evaluation, and other relevant technical experience;
  • Demonstrated expertise in monitoring and evaluation, planning, learning, and project development;
  • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/ international institutions, private sector and NGOs ;and,
  • Work experience in the planning, monitoring, and evaluation in the Region is an asset.
Skills
  • Strong writing and analytical skills, including the development of results matrices; 
  • Takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
  • Promotes continuous learning for self andothers; 
  • Listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience; 
  • Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
  • Displays strong understanding of technical area; 
  • Contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation; and, 
  • Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions.
Languages
  • For this position,fluency in English and Spanish is required (oral and written).
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
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 three 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) (applicable only if position is 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.
Notes
  1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  2. 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.
  3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
  4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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Job info

Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-6
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