Expedited SVN_Senior Project Associate (WASH)
Dire Dawa
- Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
- Location: Dire Dawa
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)
- Project and Programme Management
- Closing Date:
Job Description
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the UN Migration Agency with 174 Member States. IOM works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and nongovernmental partners in the field of migration. 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.
Under the overall supervision of the Preparedness and Response Unit Coordinator, Programme Manager (WASH), and the direct supervision of the Head of Sub-office, in close coordination with the National Project Officer (WASH), the incumbent will be responsible for the overall implementation of project intervention (water supply, sanitation and hygiene promotion) in the Dire-Dawa area of responsibility (AOR), monitoring of activities, budget management, coordination, reporting and managing the field staff.
Responsibilities
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Qualifications
- Bachelor in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water and Sanitation or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four year of relevant professional experience; or
- Diploma degree in the above fields with six years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability for leadership in the context of partnership building and consensual decision making.
• Demonstrated team building and information management skills.
• Sound knowledge of water, sanitation and hygiene principles for humanitarian assistance, and other relevant training.
• Experienced in WASH infrastructure development in emergency context.
• Experience in working with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.,).
- Fluency in English (oral and written).
- Working knowledge of Amharic and Oromia will an added advantageous.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
- 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.
- 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 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.
Required Skills
- Demonstrated team building and information management skills.
- Experience in working with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.,).
- Experienced in WASH infrastructure development in emergency context.
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
- Sound knowledge of water, sanitation and hygiene principles for humanitarian assistance, and other relevant training.
Job info
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)Initial Contract Duration: 6 months
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-6
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.