Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Honduras and the direct supervision of the National Program Officer, and in coordination with the relevant units at the Regional Office and Headquarters, the National Emergency Officer will support the effective implementation of the Emergency project portfolio of IOM Honduras

Responsibilities

1. Assist in the coordination and monitoring of the operational, administrative and financial aspects of the Emergency interventions and projects in accordance with IOM policies and practices as well as donor’s requirements, including preparation and anticipatory actions, humanitarian response and peace, recovery and solutions. 

 

1. Keep the supervisor informed on the status of emergency activities; identify gaps and suggest actions to improve implementation. 

 

1. Participate in the development and adjustment of work plans, project budgets, Monitoring & Evaluation tools and standard operations procedures to ensure alignment with humanitarian principles.

 

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of implementing partner agreements that include emergency portfolio activities, by supporting relevant units in applying IOM humanitarian standards and principles  

 

1. Coordinate the collection, verification and analysis of data and background information for analysis; update information management systems on project related activities including project awareness and visibility, summaries and other relevant materials.

 

1. Support the collection and organization of information for stakeholder mapping to contribute to engagement efforts that strengthen humanitarian response. Assist in monitoring policy developments and drafting inputs or summaries for review by senior staff.

 

1. Coordinate timely preparation and dissemination of project reports in accordance with IOM procedures and donor requirements. 

 

1. Liaise and coordinate with donors, partners, United Nations agencies, local authorities and stakeholders and government counterparts. 

 

1. Contribute to the planning, development, organization and delivery of capacity building activities related to Protection targeting IOM staff, government and civil society partners, implementing partners and communities.   

 

1. Attend relevant conferences, workshops, working groups, interagency coordination meetings, and other forums related to humanitarian actions

 

1. Participate in the preparation of project proposals and concept notes and assist in drafting planning documents in line with the IOM Honduras Emergency response and recovery strategy.

    

2. Supervise and provide training and technical guidance to field protection personnel.

    

3. Undertake duty travel relating to project implementation, monitoring visits, project assessments, liaison with counterparts, etc. 

    

4. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

 

SECTION 4

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 two years of relevant professional experience; or,

• Master’s degree in the above-mentioned fields

 

 

 

EXPERIENCE

 

• Experience in the emergency and humanitarian assistance domain.

• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups.

• Experience supervising teams, and in guiding and delivering trainings.

• Experience working with specialized international agencies, including UN agencies, international organizations, and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

• Experience in project management, monitoring, and evaluation.

 

SKILLS

• Knowledge of humanitarian principles. 

• Knowledge of project development and reporting.

• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritize tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines 

• Good analytical, writing, and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with colleagues, partners, and counterparts.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance Country Office or regional objectives.

 

 

SECTION 5

Languages[1] 
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

REQUIRED

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

DESIRABLE

N/A

SECTION 6

Competencies[2]

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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.
 

Required Skills

Job info

Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 3 months
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: National Officer
Grade: NO-A