Programme Coordinator (Peace, Recovery, and Solutions)

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at

IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

Internal candidates

Candidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories:

Bahamas, Barbados, Cabo Verde, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office, direct supervision of the Head of Programmes and Policy Development, and in close coordination with all relevant units and sub-offices, the Programme Coordinator (Peace, Recovery, and Solutions) will be responsible and accountable for the overall coordination and implementation of the Peace, Recovery, and Solutions programme portfolio of the IOM Kenya Mission.

Responsibilities

and Accountabilities

Manage the Peace, Recovery, and Solutions programme portfolio of the Mission, ensuring the programme maintains quality and is in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as donor requirements, by overseeing all operational, administrative and technical aspects, and backstopping the financial management as required.

Manage the programme implementation, ensuring the portfolio maintains quality and is in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as donor requirements, by overseeing all operational, administrative and technical aspects, and backstopping the financial management.

Monitor the programme to ensure effective and timely delivery of results against workplans, budgets, and targets and identify problems in implementation and undertake corrective actions, in coordination with senior management.

Adopt sound Monitoring, Evaluation (M&E), and Learning that promotes continuous improvement based on lessons learned. Work closely with the M&E team to ensure IOM’s guidelines are followed throughout the programme implementation.

Recruit, train and manage programme staff ensuring that programme components are well synchronized and mutually reinforcing.

Establish and maintain strong partnerships with the Government of Kenya at sub-county, county and national levels as well as implementing partners, UN agencies and other stakeholders, including local communities, and represent IOM in relevant meetings and workshops.

Prepare and compile regular programme reporting for submission to donors, in coordination with relevant staff in IOM Kenya, donor managing and implementing missions, as applicable to the programmes.

Ensure frequent information exchange between IOM, the donor and other stakeholders on all operational aspects of the programme; organize donor meetings and learning events, as required.

Develop new projects addressing the needs of displacement-affected or at -risk communities, especially on topics related to resilience-building, socio-economic development, livelihood support and natural resource management.

In coordination with the Communications team and IOM donor-managing missions, ensure production of high-quality and regular visibility to promote the programme with national, regional, and global audiences. Ensure production of human-interest stories, videos and photographs to highlight programme impacts.

Integrate resilience-building approaches, gender, Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), environmental protection and conflict sensitivity in programming as relevant.

Provide oversight for Korea International Cooperation Agency

(

KOICA) and other donor

Requirements

including planning, implementing, monitoring and reporting, and documentation. In coordination with IOM donor-managing missions, ensure these are produced to standards as expected by the donor.

Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and

for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.

Summary by Impactpool

The Programme Coordinator (Peace, Recovery, and Solutions) at IOM Kenya will oversee the coordination and implementation of the Peace, Recovery, and Solutions programme portfolio. This role involves managing programme quality, compliance with IOM policies, and donor requirements, while ensuring effective delivery of results. The coordinator will also establish partnerships with government and stakeholders, manage programme staff, and develop new projects for displacement-affected communities. Strong communication, project management, and resource management skills are essential for success in this position.

Candidate

Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Law or related field

At least five years of relevant professional

Experience

in the field of livelihood and economic empowerment, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), climate change and migration with UN agencies, public institutions and/or other international organizations;

in project management and development;

Proven

in establishing and maintaining strong working relations with relevant government counterparts, donors, CSO partners and international organizations; and,

Working

in engaging with KOICA is a strong asset.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills;

Good knowledge of principles and practices of project management and monitoring and evaluation;

Proven resource management skills with familiarity with budget/financial administration; and,

Knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas.

Languages

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

Working knowledge of Korean and another official UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) 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 Level 2

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.

Managerial Competencies

– behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

Leadership

: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.

Empowering others

: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

Building Trust

: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.

Strategic thinking and vision

: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Humility

: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this

link

for guidance on IOM Job Category. 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.

Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.

IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the

IOM WAVE system

(for internal candidates

link here

). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:

IOM Careers and Job Vacancies.

Required Skills

Job info

Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)

Initial Contract Duration: 9 Months

Org Type: Country Office

Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice

Recruiting Type: Professional

Grade: P-3

Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No

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in livelihood and economic empowerment, WASH, climate change and migration

Proven project management and development

Strong working relations with government, donors, and international organizations

Fluency in English; knowledge of Korean and other UN languages is an advantage

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Programme Coordinator (Peace, Recovery, and Solutions) (P)

IOM - International Organization for Migration

Nairobi

International

P-3, International Professional - Internationally recruited position level

Speaks Chinese, Arabic, English, French, Korean, Russian, Spanish

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Education

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
• Accredited Universities are those listed in the
• UNESCO World Higher
• Database.
• Professional