Project Officer (Shelter/Non-Food Items (NFI)) (UG)

Job Description

Job Identification (Reference Number): 16775
Position Title: Project Officer (Shelter/Non-Food Items (NFI)) (UG)
Duty Station City: Cox's Bazaar
Duty Station Country: Bangladesh
Contract Type: Special short-term ungraded, six months with possibility of extension
Recruiting Type: Call for Application
Initial duration: Six months
Closing Date: 30 September 2025

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates: 
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Humanitarian Assistance and Operations and the direct supervision of the Program Manager (Shelter/Non-Food Items (NFIs)) and in coordination with the relevant units, the Project Officer (Shelter/Non-Food Items (NFI)) will assist the Shelter/NFI Unit in the implementation of the programme.

Responsibilities

1. Directly support the Program Manager in implementing IOM Bangladesh's Shelter/Non-Food Items (NFI) program. 
2. Oversee the timely implementation of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) distribution and Bamboo Treatment Facility (BTF) operations, ensuring alignment with program strategies and deadlines. 
3. Provide regular updates to the Program Manager on program activities, including beneficiary identification, LPG distribution, cash-for-work initiatives, and BTF. Include progress reports and beneficiary lists.
4. Support the creation of work plans for the Shelter Non-Food Items (NFI) project, ensuring alignment with program documents and donor agreements. Establish monitoring systems to track progress, identify challenges, and recommend improvements for NFI procurement and delivery, while documenting best practices.
5. Develop and maintain essential program documents, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), reporting templates, and material specifications, for Shelter/NFI/LPG distribution and Bamboo Treatment Facility programs. 
6. Liaise with suppliers, monitor their performance, and ensure timely delivery of quality services. 
7. Facilitate effective information exchange within the program team and with external stakeholders. Conduct field visits and collaborate with local government authorities, UN agencies, I/NGOs and other stakeholders throughout the Shelter and Non-Food Item (NFI) program to provide effective assistance to affected populations and address their needs.
8. Ensure proper visibility for donors in all program activities and collect and compile compelling stories from program beneficiaries, mainly from LPG and BTF.
9. Support the Program Manager by collaborating with PSU teams to identify and develop new project opportunities for Shelter Non-Food Items (NFI) and to prepare donor reports.
10. Integrate and address cross-cutting concerns, including environment, gender, children, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and vulnerable groups, in program implementation. 
11. Represent the IOM Shelter/NFI Program in the Shelter-CCCM Sector, donor, and government meetings. Develop partnerships with relevant stakeholders, take meeting minutes, and maintain records for reporting and filing. 
12. Complete assigned tasks responsibly, manage resources efficiently, and fulfill duties delegated by supervisors. 
13. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in political science, Law, Management, Information Management, Disaster Risk Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, 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.

Experience

• Experience in humanitarian emergencies; and,
• Experience in implementing the Shelter/NFI programme, including Shelter design/sketches, construction management, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) preparation, training, and a community-based approach, is an advantage.

Skills

• Ability to translate planning and specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis and vice versa;
• Demonstrated ability for leadership in the context of partnership-building and consensual
• decision making;
• Demonstrated team building and information management skills;
• Strong management capacity, knowledge of project management cycle, and demonstrated Skills and knowledge on the planning, design, execution, and supervision of Shelter/NFI implementation
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, networking, and negotiation skills; and,
• Must have adequate knowledge and experience working with MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Project, and Internet-based applications.
• Proven track record of working with government officials, UN agencies, NGOs and communities;

Language

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) and/or Bangla is an advantage.

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
• 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
• 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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

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

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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Required Skills

• Ability to translate planning and specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis and vice versa;
• Demonstrated ability for leadership in the context of partnership-building and consensual decision making;
• Must have adequate knowledge and experience working with MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Project, and Internet-based applications.
• Proven track record of working with government officials, UN agencies, NGOs and communities;
• Strong management capacity, knowledge of project management cycle, and demonstrated Skills and knowledge on the planning, design, execution, and supervision of Shelter/NFI implementation
• • Demonstrated team building and information management skills;
• • Excellent communication, interpersonal, networking, and negotiation skills;

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