Field Assistant

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the National Project Officer (CCCM) and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant (CCCM) and in coordination with other technical programme specialists, the successful candidate will support IOMs efforts to improve living conditions of crisis affected population across Ukraine. The incumbent will implement CCCM activities around collective centers, including assessments, focus group discussions with the community, monitoring, and distribution.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in daily implementation and monitoring of project activities related to IOM Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) projects, especially in collective centres located within relevant region.

• Assist in all the financial, administrative and technical aspects of the CCCM projects to follow IOM's policies and procedures and to be implemented in a timely and efficient manner and within the budget.

• Provide support in various monitoring and evaluation exercises, including the delivery of procurement and logistics activities according to the project operations in coordination with the Procurement and Logistics team and Non-Food Items focal point.

• Conduct field visit in collective centres, identifying Internally Displaced Persons needs and sectoral gaps, including focus group discussion with site managers and community representatives.

• Compile and share information and updates on collective centres on a weekly basis.

• Provide support in maintaining positive relations with local Non-Governmental Organizations and other stakeholders.

• Provide guidance and capacity-building support for site managers as needed.

• Communicate regularly with site managers and partners in order to ensure project implementation according to project scope, assist in capacity building as required. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least five years of relevant work experience; or
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in International Relations, Sociology, Political Science, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of professional experience.

Experience

• Experience working with Camp Coordination and Camp Management operations preferable.
• Experience in managing multi-sectoral activities, including distribution and community outreach.
• Experience working with a non-governmental organization and/or international organization is an advantage.

Skills

• Proficient use of Microsoft software such as Excel and PowerPoint and other software such as SPSS, KoBo toolbox, DropBox, etc

Languages

For this position, fluency in Ukrainian and English (oral and written), is required.

Required Competencies

Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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

Notes

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this 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.

• This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.

• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

• 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.

• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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