Programme Officer (Community Security and Peacebuilding)

Juba

Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
Location: Juba
Grade: Senior Executive level - Assistant Director - General level - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Social Affairs
- Security and Safety
- Conflict prevention
- Civil Society and Local governance
- Project and Programme Management
- Peace and Development
Closing Date:

Job Description

Project Context and Scope

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a Related Organization of the United Nations and serves as the leading UN agency in the field of migration. IOM works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services, policy advice, and technical support to both governments and migrants.

In South Sudan, IOM implements a comprehensive portfolio of programmes across three key pillars: Humanitarian Coordination and Support, Humanitarian Response and Resilience, and Peacebuilding, Transition and Development. Within these pillars, IOM supports sectors including Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), Health, Protection, Gender Equality and Inclusion, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), and livelihoods programming.

IOM supports peacebuilding and stabilization efforts in South Sudan through its Transition and Recovery Unit (TRU). IOM’s community policing interventions are an integral part of its broader strategy to strengthen social cohesion, rebuild state-society trust, and support inclusive local governance and security.

Implemented in close coordination with community leadership, local authorities, and the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and UNPOL, IOM’s community policing initiatives emphasize participatory security, civilian protection, early warning and response, and trust-building between the police and conflict-affected communities. These efforts are part of IOM’s multi-sectoral programming in areas such as Bor, Malakal, Bentiu, and the GPAA.

To consolidate and institutionalize the wealth of experience and practice gained through these efforts, IOM seeks to develop a Guidance Note on Community Policing. This document will serve as a practical, context-specific tool for IOM staff, partners, and local stakeholders implementing community security and protection programming in South Sudan.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM), and the direct supervision of the peacebuilding officer the Consultant – Programme Officer (Community Security and Peacebuilding) responsible and accountable for the below.

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

The Consultant – Programme Officer (Community Security and Peacebuilding) will undertake the following duties:

Draft a Community Policing Guidance Note

Develop a practical and context-specific guidance note on community policing in South Sudan.
Deliverable 1: A final Community Policing Guidance Note (20–30 pages) that includes tools, models, and step-by-step guidance tailored to IOM and partners in South Sudan.

Review Existing Program Materials

Analyze IOM’s past and ongoing community policing initiatives and related documents from past and ongoing IOM community security interventions, including community-based protection mechanisms, early warning systems, and joint community-police dialogues.
Deliverable 2: A Desk Review Summary highlighting lessons learned, gaps, and relevant best practices to be incorporated into the guidance note.

3. Map Local Community Policing Models

Document examples of both formal and informal policing models currently used in South Sudan, including both formal (e.g., police-community forums, patrol partnerships) and informal (e.g., traditional courts, local peace committees) approaches, identifying culturally appropriate and scalable practices.
Deliverable 5: A Model Mapping Annex to the guidance note, documenting at least three models, including setup, actors involved, and results.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Facilitate validation and co-creation workshops with IOM teams, UNPOL, community stakeholders, and relevant government entities to test and refine the guidance note, ensuring ownership, practical usability, and contextual relevance.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in humanitarian or development studies, economics, social development or a related from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Professional experience in durable solutions, research, integrated programming or displacement-related projects, ideally with some experience in fragile or conflict affected settings.
Demonstrated experience in conducting research and analysis on durable solutions or durable solutions related fields.
Experience in producing action-oriented analysis with clear recommendations on displacement related issues.
Proven experience in working with international organizations, UN agencies, or NGOs in recovery contexts.

Skills

Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
Ability to coordinate with senior representatives of government, communities, international and national organisations.
Strong skills in community engagement.
Familiarity with research methods including quantitative and qualitative approaches.
Proficiency in using data analysis software and tools.
Ability to develop training materials and facilitate workshops.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Travel required

The consultant is required to travel to Juba

Required Competencies

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

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.

Notes

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, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
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 online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 6months
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG

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