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Grants Field Assistant - Shelter

Nampula | Maputo | Pemba | Beira

  • Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: Nampula | Maputo | Pemba | Beira
  • Grade: Administrative support - Administrative Services and Support - Generally no need for Higher Education
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • External Relations, Partnerships and Resource mobilization
    • Protection Officer (Refugee)
    • Human Settlements (Shelter, Housing, Land, Property)
    • Grant writing
  • Closing Date:

Job Description

he International Organization for Migration (IOM), the UN Migration Agency is a dynamic and growing inter-governmental organization, with 174 member states. IOM is committed to the principle that “humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society”. Established in 1951, IOM works with partners, government, and civil society to promote international cooperation to address operational challenges of migration and mobility, assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems, and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people. IOM addresses the migratory phenomenon from an integral and holistic perspective, including links to development, to maximize its benefits and minimize its negative effects. IOM has been operational in Mozambique since 2005, and has offices in Maputo, Beira, Pemba and Nampula. IOM Mozambique is launching the Rapid Response Fund (RRF) which will provide small grants to local partners for humanitarian response across the country. 

Under the overall supervision of the Grants Programme Manager, and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer (Grants and Capacity Building) , the successful candidate will support the implementation of the RRF in Mozambique with a specific focus on the sector of Shelter. They will support the implementation of programming, partnerships, and emergency response in key conflict and disaster affected areas of the country, with a focus on providing administrative and programmatic support. 

Responsibilities

  1. Provide support to the National Project Officer in the overall coordination and implementation of Shelter activities across Mozambique, specifically supporting the kick-off and monitoring of projects relating to Shelter and other emergency interventions funded through the RRF.
  2. Support the National Project officer to liaise with teams across units, including technical focal points, for the planning and coordination of Shelter activities.
  3. Support with administration for preparing partner agreements, reporting, fund disbursements, working closely with finance and resource management counterparts.  
  4. Support the National Project Officer to communicate and coordinate with local implementing partners serving the role of a focal point person, including through the proposal development process, project kick-off, briefings, meetings, training and technical support, share relevant guidance documents (i.e. SPHERE, Shelter cluster guidance), tools and standards to  support a principled and coordinated response based on knowledge of the local context, working closely with other team members to support grant implementation throughout the project cycle. 
  5. Support in coordination with other actors supporting Shelter programming to verify adherence to common standards, harmonization as well as build awareness of gaps and needs to guide partners.
  6. Prepare reports and briefs relating to project activities, including supporting with compilation of achievements and progress to-date. 
  7. Assist in the coordination and monitoring of the operational, administrative and financial aspects of the project in accordance with IOM policies and practices as well as donor’s requirements.
  8. Support in contracting of external consultants and vendors by coordinating with relevant internal units and identifying potential third parties/experts for relevant technical support.
  9. Undertake duty travel to support implementing partners in the field throughout project implementation, supporting them through monitoring, assessments, liaison with counterparts, etc. 
  10. Perform such other related duties as may be assigned 

Qualifications

Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in human behavioral sciences, development studies, political science, engineering or related field with three (3) years of relevant professional experience; or
  • High School diploma with five (5) years of relevant experience
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
 
Experience
  • Experience in the field of Shelter
  • Experience in supporting administrative tasks and project implementation for a humanitarian organization
  • Experience working with conflict and disaster affected communities including refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
  • Experience working closely in an administrative function, liaising with finance, admin and procurement departments to support project implementation
Skills
  • Knowledge and skills in technical programming of Shelter interventions
  • Good reporting and administrative skills
  • Good writing skills 
  • Good communication skills
  • Good coordination and liaison skills
  • Good organizational and time management skills 
Languages

For this position, fluency in English and Portuguese 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 1)
  • 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 1) (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. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
  5. 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.
  6. 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: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-5
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