Program Officer -MECC (Affiliated Contractor)

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.

Project Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) aims to strengthen efforts at all levels to address mobility issues linked to environmental factors and climate change. IOM’s vision is that migration governance considers the impact of disasters, environment, and climate change on human mobility. The MECC program, is designed to address these challenges by mainstreaming climate mobility into national policies, supporting nature-based solutions for vulnerable communities, securing climate finance, and creating adaptive strategies to reduce the risk of forced migration.

Under the Chief of Mission’s overall supervision and direct supervision and guidance from Heads of Program and relevant colleagues, the incumbent will manage all aspects of MECC programming in Ethiopia, including project implementation, capacity building, assessments, training, research, and related activities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• MA Degree in Environmental Science; Natural Resource Management; Agricultural Economics and Development; Forestry; Plant Science; Rural Development; Disaster Risk management; Gender and Development; International Relations, Law and other related Social Science fields, or
• University Degree in the above field with minimum two years of relevant professional work experience.

Experience

• Proved leadership in managing and coordinating programs, it would be advantageous with a particular emphasis on the development of climate adaptation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and expand program portfolios through the creation of context-specific concept notes and proposals, successfully mobilizing funding and resources for climate resilience and DRM initiatives.
• Extensive experience in managing, monitoring, and reporting on multiple projects, with a strong focus on knowledge sharing, cross-learning, and ensuring compliance with organizational and donor requirements.
• Track record of fostering collaboration with government, NGOs, and other stakeholders to advance climate resilience and disaster risk management efforts.
• Strong capacity in building staff expertise, facilitating internal trainings and knowledge sharing, and representing the organization at high-level forums to promote innovative approaches and best practices in climate adaptation and mobility.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration, climate change, climate adaptation and disaster risk managemnet related subject areas.

• Knowledge of climate action related project design and implementation, including monitoring, reporting, and ensuring knowledge sharing and cross-learning opportunities.

• Knowledge of designing, developing, and implementing projects.
• Knowledge of resource mobilization and strategic partnership including managing project implementing partners.

• Comprehensive understanding of compliance with organizational and donor requirements, including procurement, finance, and human resources.

• Strong skills for promoting innovative approaches.

• Capacity building expertise, including organizing and delivering trainings and facilitating internal knowledge sharing on climate action and mobility.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Familiarity with the work of UN agencies, and/or similar International. organizations would be a plus.
• Experience and expertise in research, developing policy briefs.

Languages

REQUIRED

Internal and External applicants for all positions in the NOA position are required to be proficient in English (oral and written) and have at least a working knowledge of Amharic (Oral and Written). 

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of other local languages is an advantage.
• Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or 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:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Required Skills

Notes

IOM covers the Affiliated Contractor against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the contract. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. The Affiliated Contractors are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

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, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

How to Apply

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the: >>IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.