International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Community Development (Community Services & Development)
Position title:
Project Support Coordinator
Duty Station:
Canberra, Australia
Classification:
General Service Staff, Grade G6
Type of Appointment:
Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Closing Date:
15 September 2024
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. Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission Australia and Coordinator for New Zealand, and direct supervision of the Head of Programmes, the successful candidate will be responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of programmes implemented by IOM in Australia, as well as contributing to project development and resource mobilization efforts led by Country Office (CO) for Partnership and Advocacy.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Monitoring and Evaluation
Provide technical assistance with the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of IOM project activities by providing technical inputs to support the development of relevant monitoring tools, and support the project managers in drafting donor reports and developing evaluation processes.
Provide capacity-building for project staff on M&E.
Assist in strengthening effective IOM knowledge management, including project tracking, data capture and analysis, monitoring and evaluation, etc.
Support project development and donor reporting by providing technical support to project managers and assist with the timely submission of project reports according to IOM procedures and donor requirements.
Assist in reporting and following up on engagements and meetings with donors, and document donors' policies, approaches and priorities through the preparation of donor profiles.
Assist with the preparation of CO inputs to institutional reporting and to information requests from Headquarters (HQ), the Regional Office (RO), and other stakeholders.
Assist in drafting reports and communications to maintain regular liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
Keep abreast of internal framework for Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Results Based Management (RBM) developments.
Resource Mobilization and Project Implementation
Support the CO's resource mobilization efforts by recommending donor/partner engagement, researching and documenting potential new funding opportunities, and providing technical inputs and information for the development of concept notes and project proposals.
In coordination with relevant Units in the CO, assist with drafting visibility and other resource mobilization materials and to organize donor briefings and visits.
As needed, backstop the implementation of select programming activities, in accordance with work plans, budgets and project requirements.
Perform such other duties that may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
School diploma with six years of relevant experience; or,
Bachelor's degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
Experience supporting international development and humanitarian areas of intervention;
Demonstrated expertise in project development and knowledge of project implementation modalities and monitoring and evaluation;
Work experience in technical writing, editing, and reporting in English;
Experience in report writing for relevant donors is an advantage;
Expertise with monitoring and evaluation concepts and methods; and,
Prior experience working for IOM, a UN agency or another international organization is an advantage.
Skills
Knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
Advanced knowledge and skills of computer applications of MS Word, Excel, database management, SPSS or other statistical packages;
Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; courtesy, tact and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds;
Advanced research, writing, outreach and communications and IT skills;
Strong knowledge of and commitment to gender equality and human rights; and,
Previous working experience in the region is an advantage.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through the IOM online recruitment system (please find the link below) by 15 September 2024 at the latest.
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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