Consultant - Transition & Recovery

International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Location: Nepal
Salary: Negotiable
Posted Date: 2018-05-20 Deadline: 2018-05-24
  • Location : Nepal
  • Working Position : Entry Level
  • Qualification Degree : Master degree in Development, Social Sciences, or Political Science
  • Salary : Negotiable
  • Category : NGO / INGO / Social work
  • Nature : Full Time
Job Description

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Nepal and the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked to assist with the implementation of the IOM Nepal’s projects under Transition and Recovery Unit. The position will be based in Kathmandu office with frequent travels in the district of Kathmandu, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Serve as an official IOM Focal Point in the three districts in areas related to the implementation of the Community Resilience and Reconstruction Project.

2. Liaise and engage with Federal, Provincial, district and local level government agencies on the coordination and implementation of project activities.

3. Ensure that accountability to beneficiaries and transparency becomes integral part of all project related work.

4. Respond and communicate with the beneficiaries in a dignified manner regarding their complaints/feedback.

5. Prepare work-plans, reports and establish internal monitoring tools and regular progress reporting mechanisms, including timely planning.

6. Carry out monitoring of project activities on a routine basis to observe and report on work progress and take proper action and update the line manager as required;

7. Timely coordination and follow up with the communities and other project stakeholders

8. Coordinate and produce periodic reports as per the project and program requirements.

9. Plan and organize district and local level coordination meetings and trainings.

10. Assist the unit in ensuring display of program standards/visibility at each of program delivery site.

11. Assist the line manager in development of future Transition and recovery, community stabilization, Livelihoods, DRR/emergency preparedness programs and initiatives.

12. Assist the unit in planning logistics and coordination of monitoring team;

13. Prepare the work delivery and evaluation reports and update the line manager periodically.

14. Assist in designing and carrying out DRR campaigns at local level.

15. Assist in translation of relevant documents, including IEC materials and other documents where applicable.

16. Any other task assigned by line manager.

General Requirements:

Education

  • Master degree in Development, Social Sciences, or Political Science

Experience

  • Minimum of five years of practical experience in DRR, community stabilization, livelihoods or related field.
  • Experience and skills in program planning, implementation and monitoring and -[pevaluation.
  • Demonstrated experience in liaison, coordination management and networking with government authorities and stakeholders.
  • Understanding of accountability towards beneficiary privacy and data protection.
  • Knowledge of MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and Skype.
  • Experience working with an NGO or INGO and/or governmental programmes
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Willingness to travel regularly to field.
  • Ability to work independently.

Languages

  • Fluency in English, Nepali is required.

Apply Instructions

Interested Candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, CVN number and CV with three references to the following address: Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Baluwatar, Kathmandu or email to iomnepaljobs@iom.int by 24 May 2018. Only short listed candidates will be called for interview.

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Organization Summary

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the principal intergovernmental organization in the field of migration. We are growing rapidly and currently count 151 member states. A further 12 states hold observer status, as do numerous international and nongovernmental organizations. IOM’s programme budget for 2011 exceeds USD 1.3 billion, funding over 2,700 active programmes and more than 7,800 staff members serving in more than 470 field offices in more than a hundred countries.

Industry Type NGO / INGO / Social Work
Location Baluwatar, Kathmandu, Nepa
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