CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 06 Oct 2014

SVN No:IOMSO/086/2014

Position title: Senior Project Advisor

Position grade :Equivalent to NO-C Step IX ($2, 637.08)

Duty station : Hargeisa, Somaliland

Type of contract : 6 months short term contract under 3^rd party with possibility of extension

II. Organizational Context and Scope

The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). It responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia. The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict, promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with government officials. TIS implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.

Under the overall guidance of the TIS Project manager and under the direct supervision of the Deputy Program Manager-Programs the Senior Project Advisor for Somaliland will be responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and monitoring of stabilization grants in Somaliland.

The Senior Project Advisor will represent the interests of the Stabilization program in Somaliland. In doing so, the Senior Project Advisor will work in an integrated manner with the national, Regional and district Administrations with a particular focus on, outreach to, and coordination with local communities.

Other Key responsibilities will include ensuring initial grant idea development, Grant proposal writing, implementation and monitoring of the small grants initiatives in accordance with the overall objectives of the Program. The Senior Project Advisor will be charge of community coordination, grant operations and reporting.

II. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Advise program management on programmatic strategy including where to focus program resources, how to develop operational relationships with government entities and operational challenges as they arise; Develop, coordinate and implement methodologies for engaging government entities and local communities in consultative processes for project identification and implementation;
2. Together with partner institutions and the Program Coordinator, identify potential grantees for the design and development of grants;
3. Write-up and recommend projects from those identified through consultative processes using the Program’s Activity Database;
4. Develop, implement and share with other program staff in Nairobi methodologies for small grant project implementation that incorporates a consultative approach between the government entities and communities;
5. Develop, implement and share with other program staff in Nairobi monitoring and evaluation processes;
6. Responsible for overall grant implementation process, including the supervision of the Project Advisors and the Grants Manager;
7. With assistance from the key government agencies ensure that relevant local government authority or authorities and communities are brought together for transparent consultative processes throughout a grant cycle;
8. Assist the Project Coordinator proactively identify potential grantees and grants that are appropriate to respond to overall program goals;
9. Provide technical assistance to grantees as required, or arrange technical assistance from the relevant government authority. Assist the Project Coordinator In evaluating grants throughout implementation and once the grant activities are closed out;
10. Report as necessary to program management in Nairobi on all aspects of project implementation;
11. Undertake regular travel to the districts in order to identify1develop and/or support programming opportunities;
12. Provide Somaliland TIS program management with ongoing assessment and anticipation of political events, including potential impacts and outcomes of community grants.

IV. Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies

Behavioural

1) Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;

2) Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;

3) Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;

4) Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;

5) Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

6) Displays mastery of subject matter;

7) Contributes to a collegial team environment;

8) Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA);

9) Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;

10) Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

11) Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

V. Technical

a) Delivers on set objectives within specified time, b) effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners, c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office objectives.

VI. Education and Experience

1. Completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in International Relations, Law, Political/Social Science or a related field;
2. Five years of professional experience (or seven years for candidates holding a first level university degree) related to Emergency and Post-crises settings preferably in Somalia;
3. At least three years’ experience in community-based and/or peace-building projects;
4. A demonstrated record of field-based project management experience in positions of increasing responsibility; preferably in Somalia;
5. Thorough knowledge of United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programming and standard requirements, specifically with the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI), is an asset;
6. Strong knowledge and cultural understanding of the region; must be conversant on regional politics.
   VII. Languages
   RequiredEnglish and Somali Fluent

How to apply:

Method of Application: Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating the Vacancy Notice Number, with three professional references and contacts (email or telephone) to the:

International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Somalia Coordinating office in Nairobi

Human Resources Department,

Gitanga Groove, off Gitanga Road

P.O. Box 1810 - 00606

Nairobi

Or

Send by email to: recruitmentsomalia@iom.int

Closing date: 06 October 2014.

ONLY SHORT-LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED