Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 05 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) in Dar es Salaam and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator in Dar es Salaam, and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) at the Regional Office and relevant Divisions/Departments /Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Project Officer (MECC/CAD/DRR) will be responsible and accountable for providing technical, administrative and logistical support and coordination for the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Migration Environment and Climate Change/Climate Adaptation/Disaster Risk Reduction (MECC/CAD/DRR) themes within the Country Office.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Coordinate the implementation of MECC/CAD/DRR policies and programmes, including monitoring budgetary, administrative and technical aspects, in line with IOM’s policies and procedures, as well as donor requirements.
2. Provide operational guidance and technical supervision to the project staff, assisting on the development and implementation of programmatic strategy. Monitor and follow up on project progress to increase effectiveness and recommend appropriate action.
3. Contribute to the mainstreaming of MECC/CAD/DRR in the existing programmatic areas through the implementation of project activities on the thematic area within existing programmes, such as, Emergency Response, Transition and Recovery, Durable Solutions, Protection and Migration Management.
4. Monitor progress against Project’s strategic objectives and benchmarks and provide recommendations with respect to improvements and corrections; coordinate the establishment of a common Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Framework that incorporates regular reporting requirements and impact evaluation strategies, in close coordination with M&E Officer in the Country Office.
5. Recommend priority areas for project development in MECC/CAD/DRR and contribute to the development of new projects by selecting and summarizing background information, assessing the local context and drafting segments for new project proposals, with particular focus on contributing to the Kampala Ministerial Declaration on Migration, Environment and Climate Change (KDMECC).
6. Supervise the staff assigned to the project, and monitor the work of Consultants/Implementing Partners (IPs) recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities. Organize and deliver capacity building activities to help build capacity of staff, partners, government officials, and other humanitarian actors.
7. Apply best practices, environmental standards, climate change resilience principles, and sector-specific guidelines, considering the specific implications for displaced, immobile and migrating populations. Encourage a culture of learning and knowledge sharing within the programme team that addresses the complex dynamics of climate change-induced displacement, immobility/migration mobility, and DRR.
8. Monitor and check compliance by project partners, project staff and implementing entities. Liaise with Government entities, IPs, United Nations (UN) agencies and other stakeholders in the project.
9. Coordinate with other units in the Country Office for the smooth implementation of project activities.
10. Facilitate the mainstreaming of gender equality, social and disability inclusion, and the protection of vulnerable groups in all aspects of programme development and implementation. Work to address the specific needs and vulnerabilities of women, children, elderly persons, persons with disabilities, and marginalized communities in disaster risk reduction and climate change resilience-building interventions.
11. Coordinate the adequate information management on project related activities including visibility by drafting or providing regular updates, summaries, press releases and other relevant materials, in close coordination with the donor and relevant Units at HQ.
12. Draft quality progress Financial, Narrative, and other reports related to the project activities. Coordinate the elaboration and dissemination of reports for donors, government and other relevant stakeholders by facilitating and following up on timely submission and compliance with donor and IOM requirements.
13. Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees, and technical working groups, as well as other forums; contribute to the presentation of IOM activities.
14. Participate in relevant UN working groups and activities to contribute to the mainstreaming of migration related issues into United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAF).
15. Undertake duty travel as required to support coordination and monitoring activities for project implementation.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Geography, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience
• Experience in programme development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and/or evaluation;
• Experience supporting project development and capacity-building activities;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions; and,
• Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with stakeholders.

Skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision;
• Ability to maintain partnerships with development partners, government counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders;
• Familiarity with financial and business administration;
• Good supervision, coordination, and information management skills;
• Good knowledge of the UN System, NGOs and other international organizations/institutions;
• Good knowledge of migration data, climate change in East Africa and ability to negotiate with government authorities;
• Good knowledge of international fora and policy process in the areas of migration, climate change, environment, disaster risk reduction;
• Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
• Good conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country and in the Region;
• Proven understanding of migration in relation to environment, climate change and natural hazards;
• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities; and,
• Sound knowledge of international fora and policy process in the areas of migration, climate change, environment, disaster risk reduction, knowledge of frameworks such as UN conventions on climate change, ecosystems, desertification etc.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

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