Open to National Internal and External Candidates
Position Title : Project Assistant (DRR Capacity-Building)
Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi
Classification : General Service- G5 Step 01
Vacancy number : SVN 2021_BI10_02 Project Assistant (DRR Capacity-Building)
Type of Appointment : 9 months, with possibility of extension
Organizational Unit : DRR
Direct Supervision : Programme Manager (DRR)
Estimated Start Date : ASAP
Closing Date : 23 March 2021
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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. 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.
Organizational Context and Scope:
Burundi is regularly affected by a variety of hydro-meteorological hazards, including torrential rains and hailstorms, triggering frequent floods and landslides, and intense winds. The country is also located on the Albertine Rift, and has experienced considerable damage during past earthquake events. Large parts of the country also suffer from slower-onset hazards and environmental degradation processes, including drought, soil erosion, and a loss of freshwater resources.
In order to address challenges, IOM is launching a country-wide Disaster Risk Reduction programme, focusing on three main components:
1. Identification of risks linked with key hazards in the country to inform contingency planning.
2. Strengthening of institutional mechanisms for better management and implementation of contingency plans and coordination between relevant actors, with a specific focus on provincial and municipal authorities, as well as through direct engagement of communities at risk;
3. Protection of communities through community-led hazard prevention and mitigation interventions, including structural and infrastructural strengthening and sustainable natural resources management and restoration.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Burundi, the direct supervision of the Programme Manager (DRR), and in close coordination with the DRR Coordinator, the selected candidate will be responsible for the following specific tasks:
FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist the Programme Manager (DRR) in the implementation and monitoring of DRR capacitystrengthening activities (in the framework of the project’s component 2) with a focus on provincial
and municipal government counterparts; collaborate with up to three field project assistants for field activities and trainings;
2. Contribute to the elaboration of a capacity-building plan based on Learning Needs-Assessments tailored to the AoR needs;
3. Assist in the organizing of multi-stakeholder DRR meetings at sub-national level; organize capacitybuilding events and dialogue initiatives involving key stakeholders;
4. In coordination with experts and trainers, contribute to the review and update of emergency contingency plans;
5. In close coordination with local partners, support the preparation and post-event evaluation of simulation exercises to test provincial and municipal contingency plans;
6. Provide inputs to the design and implementation of community-based hazard, vulnerability and capacity assessments in prioritized locations;
7. Assist the Programme Manager (DRR) to create Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) at the municipal level; coordinate and monitor the identification, procurement, distribution and postdistribution monitoring of emergency equipment to establish community tool banks; assist in the training of CERTs as needed;
8. In coordination with the Information Management Unit (IMU), collaborate with field assistants on M&E and conduct regular monitoring and reporting against targets on the progress of capacitystrengthening activities (project component 2);
9. Identify issues and bottlenecks in capacity-building activities and propose remedial actions to the Programme Manager (DRR);
10. Stay in close touch with the different IOM project units and support teams to ensure effective and efficient flow of information and timely follow-up on activities and requests at the field level.
11. Perform such other duties, as required.
Required competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
• Inclusion & respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity & 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.
Core competencies
• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication and explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Education and Experience:
1. University degree in Social/Political Sciences, International Relations, Business administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 3 years of relevant professional
experience.
Or;
Higher Secondary School in Social/Political Sciences, International Relations, Business administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 5 years of relevant
professional experience
2. Experience in post-conflict/emergency zones and in working in a high-risk environment, project management and administrative and financial management an advantage;
3. Experience in liaising with governmental authorities and local communities, as well as national and international institutions essential; experience in one of the organizations of the UN Common System and field experience are a distinct advantage;
4. Broad sector knowledge and/or field experience in the areas of humanitarian action, Disaster Risk Reduction, and the development field;
5. Proven experience in Trainings and workshops events design, organization, facilitation, animation, public communication, evaluation and reporting;
6. Demonstrated knowledge in adult learning methodologies and facilitation techniques, along with knowledge transfer strategies adapted to audience of various backgrounds and level;
7. Demonstrated analytical skills applied on a wide range of factors, parameters, policies and priorities for the assessment and resolution of complex situations, including technical
understanding of Disaster Risk Management activities;
Languages
▪ Required: French, English and Kirundi (Written and Spoken)
Notes
Internal candidates of the Organization, as well as external female candidates, will be considered as firsttier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates.
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to
jobsburundi@iom.int latest
23rd March 2021, 4:30 P.M.
In order for the applications to be considered valid, IOM only accepts applications with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for application, addressed to the Chief of Mission, International Organization for Migration (IOM) and with a subject line “SVN 2021_BI10_02 Project Assistant (DRR Capacity-Building)”
All applications should include a functional e-mail address, mobile numbers, copies of diploma and any other certificate, copy of national ID card and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period: From 09.03.2021 to 23.03.2021
