VN 2017/62 (P) - Project Manager (Border Management) (P3) - Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire

Position Title Project Manager (Border Management)

Duty Station : Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

Classification :Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 20 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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo

Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia,

Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya,

Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Mauritania, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, United Republic of Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela

(Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission in Côte d’Ivoire, in coordination with Immigration & Border Management RTS, the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for managing the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of border management activities in Côte d’Ivoire.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Implement and monitor all operational, financial and administrative components relating to Border Management projects in close coordination with relevant mission units and authorities. Undertake duty travel in Côte d’Ivoire, in line with prevailing security restrictions, relating to project assessments, liaison with counterparts, and project implementation, as required. 2. Prepare and submit regular project reports in a timely manner according to IOM and donor formats, in close coordination with relevant departments at IOM.

3. Ensure timely recruitment and training of national and international contractors and consultants relating to the project in accordance with IOM's procedures and regulations. Page 1 / 34. Ensure adequate information management on project related activities including project awareness raising and visibility; regular project updates, summaries, press releases and other relevant materials, in coordination with the donor and IOM’s Public Information Department. Respond to any ad hoc information requests from among the donor community, in close coordination with the project committees.

5. Ensure systematic monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of project activities as well as proper utilization of standard operating procedures, manuals, guidance notes, M&E tools and methodologies in the implementation of project activities and identify and implement improvements in project delivery and coordination.

6. Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees, policy and technical working groups, as well as other forums to ensure proper coordination of the “Border Management project activities carried out in Côte d’Ivoire.

7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or • University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. • Studies in the National Border or Police Academy of country of residence may be considered an equivalent diploma with seven years of relevant professional experience. Experience

• Demonstrated border management experience, from both operational and policy perspectives; • Previous experience in project development, implementation and evaluation, and/or programme implementation and management;

• Good knowledge of project formulation, administration and evaluation techniques and practices;

• Familiarity with EU project management and reporting requirements;

• Good level of computer literacy, including database applications;

• Familiarity with requirements for the construction of border posts is considerable advantage; • Knowledge of the region is an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English and French is required.

Note

Appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

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; Page 2 / 3• 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:

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.

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, and security clearances. How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 20 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 07.03.2017 to 20.03.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/62 (P) - Project Manager (Border Management) (P3) -Abidjan,CôtedIvoire (54997637) Released

Posting: Posting NC54997664 (54997664) Released

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