Introduction
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.
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Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Organizational Context and Scope
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the UN Migration Agency. With 175 member states, it is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. Established in 1951 and now active in over 400 field locations worldwide, IOM works with partners, government and civil society to:
1. Assist in meeting the operational challenges of migration and human mobility;
2. Advance understanding of migration issues;
3. Encourage social and economic development through migration; and
4. Uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants and mobile populations.
IOM has been working on migration, environment, climate change and disaster risk reduction (MECR) for over 30 years. IOM’s Migration, Environment, Climate Change and Risk Reduction activities bolster local and national initiatives to prevent and prepare for disasters and related population movements, provide emergency assistance and protection where displacement cannot be avoided and foster post-disaster recovery solutions and resilience-building.
In line with the IOM Institutional Strategy on Migration, Environment and Climate Change 2021-2030, the Organization pursues three broad objectives in managing environmental migration, intervening at each stage of the migration cycle:
“Solutions for people to move” - Managing migration in the context of climate change, environmental degradation, and disasters due to natural hazards.
“Solutions for people on the move” - Assisting and protecting migrants and displaced persons in the context of climate change, environmental degradation, and disasters due to natural hazards.
“Solutions for people to stay” - Making migration a choice by building resilience and addressing the adverse climatic and environmental drivers that compel people to move.
The Regional Responses to Climate Displacements in Sub-Saharan Africa (RE2CLID) project aims to enhance the resilience and self-reliance of Displacement-Affected Communities (DACs) in Sub-Saharan Africa who face the risks of disasters, the adverse effects of climate change and environmental degradation. This initiative targets the highly vulnerable region of the Lake Tanganyika Basin, spanning Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Tanzania (i.e. Cluster 1).
The project employs an area-based approach focusing on averting displacement, minimizing displacement impacts, and resolving existing displacement situations. It emphasizes gender-responsive disaster forecasts and management systems, sustainable natural resources governance, and enhancing the resilience and self-reliance of DACs to reach durable solutions. Key activities include strengthening early warning systems, promoting sustainable land use and natural resource management, and integrating DACs into national and local disaster response frameworks.
By addressing the root causes of climate-induced displacement and fostering inclusive, climate-resilient solutions, RE2CLID aims to reduce vulnerability and enhance long-term sustainability in affected communities. This initiative is aligned with regional and international frameworks, including the Paris Agreement, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, and the Global Compact for Migration and Refugees.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, the incumbent will support the operational and coordination activities of the RE2CLID project (Specific Objectives 1 and 3) in Burundi, in liaison with other IOM programming.
1.Assist in the coordination and monitoring of the operational, administrative and financial aspects of the project, supporting the integration of disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA) considerations in accordance with IOM policies and practices and donors’ requirements.
2. Keep the Programme Officer informed on the status of project implementation; report gaps and challenges, including in areas such as community preparedness, early warning, and contingency planning, and suggest potential corrective actions.
3. Participate in the development and adjustment of work plans, project budgets, monitoring & evaluation tools and standard operating procedures, including DRR and CCA activities.
4. Coordinate the collection, verification and analysis of data and background information; help maintain information management systems and project-related communication materials, including awareness-raising products that integrate DRR/CCA information.
5. Coordinate timely preparation and dissemination of project reports in accordance with IOM procedures and donor requirements, including reporting on DRR/CCA activities.
6. Liaise and coordinate with donors, partners, United Nations agencies, local authorities and stakeholders and government counterparts, particularly those engaged in DRR and climate change.
7. Contribute to the planning, development, organization and delivery of capacity building activities targeting IOM staff, government and civil society partners, implementing partners and communities, supporting sessions on community-based DRR, contingency planning and inclusion of vulnerable groups.
8. Attend relevant conferences, workshops, working groups, interagency coordination meetings, and other forums, and provide summaries or updates to supervisor.
9. Participate in the preparation of project proposals and a diverse range of communication products, concept notes and other planning documents, ensuring DRR-CCA aspects are included.
10. Supervise and provide training and technical guidance to project staff as assigned, including on basic DRR/CCA practices and safe operational standards.
11. Undertake duty travel relating to project implementation, monitoring visits, project assessments, liaison with counterparts, following IOM safety procedures.
12. Support the integration of gender equality, age, disability inclusion and protection principles across project activities.
13. Perform other related duties as required.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Skills
Languages
All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
For this position, fluency in both written and spoken English and French.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports
Notes
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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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