Community Mobilization Clerk (IOM-CfA/0029/2019) 31 views

Call for Application 

Vacancy No.	IOM-CfA/0029/2019
Position Title	Community Mobilization Clerk
Duty Station	Bulehora, Dila, and Wollega
Classification	Ungraded
Type of Appointment	Special Short-Term contract
Estimated Start Date	As soon as possible
Closing Date	March 07 to 17, 2019

Organizational Context and Scope

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

  Context and Scope of the Position

Under the general supervision of the TRD Project Manager and direct supervision of Transition and Recovery Assistant – TRD, the Community Facilitator will be responsible for the following:

 Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support logistical needs of the project activities, including receiving of materials, communication and distribution
2. Support in monitoring laborers at field sites and track material receipt, storage and delivery at sites
3. Coordinate with IOM SMS staffs, site level local administration bodies, community groups and stakeholders for proper beneficiary targeting and to avoid duplications
4. Support and ensure that trainings, capacity development activities, awareness-raising activities and knowledge and information sharing particularly in community mobilization reach to target beneficiaries
5. Support TRD project implementation through distributions of improved and energy-efficient cooking stoves, awareness raising and other related tasks
6. Mobilize communities (beneficiaries, local administration bodies, partner staffs and other relevant groups) and disseminate information about the project to promote community support
7. Hold regular meetings with target communities and other relevant members to familiarize them with the projects and its objectives and engage them in the process
8. Submit regular updates, lists and field reports to the supervisor
9. Facilitate and participate in staff/donor field monitoring and visit
10. Undertake duty travels related to project implementation.
11. Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

• University Degree in Social Sciences, business administration, or other relevant fields

Professional Experience 

• 2-year relevant work experience in humanitarian setting for Degree holders and 4 years for Diploma holders
• Working experience in shelter constructions, development and planning in humanitarian projects or comparable field,
• Strong writing and reporting skills,
• Familiarity with the International Organization, UN agency or diplomatic mission an asset,
• Good computer knowledge in MS office packages.

Languages:    

• Thorough knowledge of spoken and written Afan Oromo is required
• Thorough knowledge of spoken and written English
• Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous

 Values and 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. 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.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application/ motivation letter enclosed with detail CV written in English via our e-mail address RECADDIS@IOM.INT by March 17, 2019, the latest, referring the position title, Vacancy number, and Duty Station in the subject line of your email; (eg. Application for Community Mobilization Clerk (IOM-CfA/0029/2019) based in Dilla)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!