programme Assistant (field coordination) (zamboanga city)IOM

Position Title: Programme Assistant (Field Coordination)
Duty Station: IOM Philippines Country Office (Zamboanga City)
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G5**
Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 25 May 2021
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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office in Cotabato and direct supervision of the Head of Satellite Office in Zamboanga, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for coordination of field staff in Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi (BaSulTa) in line with IOM policies, standards, and commitments.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Assist the Head of Satellite Office and thematic specialists in the operational requirements of the field implementation of all IOM projects including periodic (monthly/quarterly) operational, administrative, and financial tasks.
Provide day-to-day coordination and administration amongst field teams in Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi (BaSulTa), including timely and quality submission of monthly work plans, project reports, collection of means of verifications, collection of relevant administrative documentations, and circulation of information among IOM Philippines colleagues.
In close coordination with all Programme Units and field staff in BaSulTa, verify project activities are implemented in a timely and cost-efficient manner and abide by IOM's strategies, policies, rules, and regulations.
Support liaising with internal and external stakeholders and ensure sufficient information about the programme is circulated to and coordinated with local and regional representatives.
Ensure full adherence to the principles of the Do no Harm Framework throughout the project implementation.
Support the Project's visibility and stakeholder engagements, when required.
Support in translating and interpreting official meetings and documents from BaSulTa languages (i.e., Sama, Tausug, Yakan) into English and/or Filipino.
Undertake duty travel to support the team and other colleagues, as required.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
University degree in Social Work, Community Development, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
High School degree in the above fields with at least five years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
Experience in managing or implementing community development projects, assistance for vulnerable individuals or communities, preferred.
Experience in community facilitation, local governance processes, Mindanao peace and development issues, and adult education is a distinct advantage.
Knowledge of humanitarian, peace and development context in Mindanao, a distinct advantage.
Experience in supervising the implementation of administrative control procedures.
Skills
In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subjects dealt with by the Organization.
Knowledge of UN and bilateral/multilateral donor programming.
Strong coordination and communication skills; and
Knowledge of community organization.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Filipino is required. Working knowledge of any BaSulTa languages (i.e. Sama, Tausug, Yakan).
Notes
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database ( ).
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:**
Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Core Competencies - behavioural indicators *level 1**
Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
IOM's competency framework can be found at this .
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.
The position involves onsite and/or offsite work (or a combination of both). The working modality will be further discussed during the interviews if candidate is available to work on-site and/or offsite.
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Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur
Permanent
Full-time