Position Title: Peacebuilding Officer (Transition and Recovery)

Duty Station: Juba, South Sudan

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, 6 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 14 May 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 work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

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:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

IOM in South Sudan has a broad range of programming centred around three broad areas: humanitarian coordination and support, humanitarian response and resilience, and peacebuilding, transition, and development. Humanitarian coordination and support include leading/co-leading the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) and Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI) Clusters, Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and management of WASH and Shelter and NFI core-pipelines, humanitarian hubs and standard transport services. Humanitarian response and resilience include CCCM, WASH, Shelter & NFI, health, protection, gender equality and inclusion, mental health and psychosocial support and the management of a Rapid Response Fund. Under peacebuilding, transition and development, IOM South Sudan Country Office (CO) implements programming on housing, land and property issues, transition and recovery, transhumance conflict prevention, community-based violence reduction, community development and migration management.

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Humanitarian Assistance and Operations and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Transition and Recovery), and in close coordination with the Program Support Unit, the Peacebuilding Officer (Transition and Recovery) will provide technical support and contribute to the development and implementation of key peacebuilding approaches, including conflict prevention, conflict management and sustaining peace based on practice and academic approaches. Deep analytical acumen is vital for understanding the region's political, social, and economic dynamics, which feeds into crafting long-term strategies for peacebuilding. The Peacebuilding Officer will effectively collaborate with the team and external stakeholders. Given the context-sensitive nature of the role, versatility is paramount to facilitate project alignment with broader organizational goals that effectively address the evolving needs of South Sudan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support Transition and Recovery projects with a focus on peacebuilding and community stabilisation by contributing technical inputs and guidance for the development, planning, coordination and implementation of project activities, facilitating alignment with established objectives and targets in accordance with IOM standards and donor requirements.
2. Monitor the implementation of Transition and Recovery, peacebuilding and community stabilisation project activities to ensure effective implementation and continuous refinement based on ongoing feedback and situational analyses by the project team and relevant implementing partners, including regular on-site monitoring and field travel to evaluate program performance, reporting, communications, and monitoring and evaluation activities, while checking compliance with donor requirements.
3. Provide technical and logistical support for the design and roll out of monitoring and evaluation tools as well as monitoring of progress against milestones, identify potential roadblocks, and recommend solutions to ensure timely and effective implementation. Facilitate the preparation of regular updates, feedback loops, and refinements to project strategies based on ongoing analysis and lessons learned.
4. Contribute to the development of new programs/projects in close coordination with relevant teams, Programme Support Unit and Transition and Recovery Coordinator.
5. Regularly conduct various analyses of the political, social, and economic contexts in the assigned region. Document potential sources of conflict, and recommend opportunities for peacebuilding and avenues for sustaining peace and development. Update and revise these analyses as situations evolve, emphasizing long-term strategies that promote sustainable peace and development in tandem.
6. Research and recommend funding needs, contribute to the development of funding proposals, and closely collaborate with donor counterparts and international institutions to assist in securing resources necessary for peace and development initiatives.
7. Contribute to IOM Transition and Recovery peacebuilding and community stabilization programmes and initiatives by providing feedback and recommendations based on contextual analyses.
8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, Human Rights, International Relations, Law, Peace and Conflict Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Knowledge and experience of peacebuilding programming, and project management is required;
• Proven experience in youth peace and security and climate security programming;
• Proven experience in designing and implementation of assessments, field-based research and analysis, and programmatic impact monitoring;
• Familiarity with and/or experience in South Sudan or in other conflict and post-conflict contexts in Africa is an asset; and,
• Familiarity with and/or experience in post-conflict environments is an asset.

Skills

• Excellent analytical, communication, writing, reporting and presentation skills;
• Knowledge of peacebuilding and recovery principles, international standards, and frameworks;
• Knowledge of UN, IOM and Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) mandates and programmes in the recovery response, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), post-conflict environment, triple nexus and development;
• Excellent coordination and computer literacy skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from diverse cultures and professional background;
• Demonstrated organizational skills; the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced and detail-oriented team environment;
• In depth knowledge of UN peacebuilding and recovery principles, international standards, and frameworks;
• Substantial knowledge of non-profit work including analysis, research and assessments on post-conflict and peacebuilding in post-conflict settings; and,
• Excellent analytical, communication, writing and presentation skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• 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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

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.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.