Project Coordinator (Transition and Recovery)

Position Title : Project Coordinator (Transition and Recovery)

Duty Station : Yerevan, Armenia 

Classification : General Service Staff, Grade G7 

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension 

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible 

Closing Date : September 8, 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 nongovernmental 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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the IOM Programme Officer and overall guidance of the Head of Office (HoO) at the IOM Mission in Armenia and in coordination with relevant central and regional units the Project Coordinator is responsible for performing activities to advance progress toward durable solutions for the refugees and vulnerable persons in Armenia and improved access to livelihoods and employment opportunities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate the implementation of the activities to improve access to livelihood and employment opportunities, ensuring scope, budget, time and quality are in accordance with project specifications, donor requirements and IOM rules and regulations. 
2. In close coordination with the Programme Officer coordinate the IOM community development, SME development and infrastructure rehabilitation related activities, involving extensive liaison with diverse external parties, including local communities, non-government organizations, local businesses and other. 
3. Provide inputs and coordinate design processes and oversee compliance of technical specifications in the implementation of the community infrastructure rehabilitation activities to guarantee quality of output and alignment with national standards and IOM requirements.
4. Support development of business plans, consult regarding relevant local legislation, available state programmes, business set-up and development. 
5. In close coordination with the regional and HQ data experts, regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyse and present information/data on relevant developments, migratory movements highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties. 
6. Prepare inputs to the project reports, situation reports, programme updates as necessary and/or as requested and ensure that relevant data and information are archived appropriately. 
7. Facilitate the integration of cross-cutting issues, such as Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Environment, Conflict Sensitivity, Protection, Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). 
8. Undertake field visits to coordinate project implementation, develop project activities, resolve problems with respect to project management and internal procedures, monitor project progress, and maximize project performance levels. 
9. Liaise with the programme/project counterparts, including Government agencies, UN Agencies, NGOs, and international organizations. 
10. Attend official meetings, appointments, seminars, training courses and further travel when required.
11. Support in planning, coordination and arrangements for the mission’s events, such as seminars/conferences, presentations, and donor visits. 
12. Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education 

• 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 five years of relevant professional experience, or 
• High School diploma with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in IOM administrative and internal control procedures is desirable; 
• Strong experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; 
• Knowledge of transition and recovery themes, such as durable solutions for displacement, livelihoods and socioeconomic integration, early recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction of public infrastructure and social institutions, community cohesion, disaster risk reduction, and similar; 
• Solid project implementation and field work experience;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and, 
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills

• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office365 (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.); 
• Organizational skills and self-discipline to work in a complex environment and deliver quality work accurately and concisely according to set deadlines; 
• Excellent written and spoken communications for a variety of audiences, with demonstrated success in proposal development and project management is an advantage; 
• Skilled in forming and maintaining coordinated, collaborative, and pragmatic working relationships across a wide diversity of actors, including staff, partners, stakeholders, and government authorities, among many others; 
• Ability to work effectively within a team to obtain shared objectives; and 
• Knowledge of IOM administrative rules and regulations is an advantage.

Languages

• Fluency in English and Armenian is required. 
• Working knowledge of Russian is desirable.

Required Competencies

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.

Other

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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. 

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable. 

Applications without mentioning the position title on the subject line will be disregarded. Also, please ensure that your application is complete with the mentioned documents. As a rule, candidates who have not properly submitted their application with required documents will be excluded from consideration.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV-s and Cover Letters to HRIOMArmenia@iom.int with subject line “Project Coordinator (Transition and Recovery) G-7” by September 8, 2024, at the latest.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 13.08.2024 to 31.08.2024 

Extended to: 08.09.2024

No Fees:

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.