CFA 2017/06 (P) -Associate Reporting Ofcr (NPM)(UG)-Gaziantep, Turkey

Call for Applications

Position Title :Associate Reporting Officer (Needs and Population Monitoring (NPM))

Duty Station :Gaziantep, Turkey

Classification Professional Staff, Grade UG

Type of Appointment : Special short-term ungraded, 6 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible

Closing Date : 15 March 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Context:

The Needs and Population Monitoring (NPM) is a set of tools and methods that IOM uses to track and assess affected population for the purpose of providing assistance. IOM is implementing the NPM to regularly collect and verify population groups at the smallest location level, and to provide UN Clusters and other partners with baseline information and indicators to address priority needs, and the types of required humanitarian interventions. Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub Office and direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator, the Associate Reporting Officer will be responsible for carrying out preliminary research and analysis, and drafting sections of required reports. Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Research information, data and various reports prepared by OCHA, Clusters and other relevant humanitarian partners inside Syria, and prepare preliminary analyses related to developments inside Syria as they relate to the NPM initiative.

2. Collect, compile and provide necessary information and inputs to be used by the Reporting Officer in drafting and producing NPM reports. Provide technical input for the development of other relevant NPM tools such as thematic surveys, alerts, governorate updates, etc. 3. Based on instructions, prepare infographics, graphs, maps and tables to be included in NPM Page 1 / 3reports.

4. Update tracking databases and provide straightforward information related to queries from relevant internal and external staff.

5. Perform such other duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, International Development, Research or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or

• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience. Experience

• Familiar with Needs and Population Monitoring (NPM) similar initiatives such as displacement tracking and needs assessment programmes;

• Good understanding of the situation in Syria;

• Excellent level of computer literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly word and excel. Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage. Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders • Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others • Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates, as well as external female candidates, will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates. Page 2 / 3The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 15 March 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 01.03.2017 to 15.03.2017

Requisition: CFA 2017/06 (P) -Associate Reporting Ofcr (NPM)(UG)-Gaziantep, Turkey (54983017) Released

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