RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide technical support on project activities and objectives in line with global and IOM standards for CBI and in close coordination with the Senior Project Assistant CBI, including participating in situational analysis, needs assessment, targeting and distribution.
2. Support the drafting and development of standard operating procedures for cash projects, including formulation of programme tools and methodology.
3. Support CBI National Officer and Senior Project Assistant to implement cash activities effectively and provide technical support and capacity-building to the (Field assistants) in order to achieve outcome and impact of projects and accountability to beneficiaries in line with IOM and donor policies.
4. Support the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit in conducting their activities in regard to all cash projects, particularly managing the Accountability to Affected Populations response mechanism for cash.
5. Support drafting of concept notes, project narratives, workplans and other project-related documents in close coordination with relevant units.
6. Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
7. Contribute to drafting relevant project reports including assessment reports, project progress reports and human-interest stories in coordination with the reporting officer.
8. Support the coordination regularly with relevant colleagues in implementing project plans and to support and follow up on the best utilization of project budget as well as synergies with other IOM projects.
9. Support report writing to present information and data related to CBI in Turkiye and the preparation of reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation, as needed.
10. Support IOM’s participation in Cash Working Group or other CBI-related meetings, workshops and forums, as required, and assist in coordinating activities with local authorities, United Nations Agencies, national and international non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders.
11. Undertake regular duty travel to monitor project implementation and provide on-site guidance to the teams and verify that activities are conducted in line with donor requirements and project documents.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Accounting or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or
- High School degree with at least five years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience working in humanitarian settings;
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in cash-based programming;
- Experience liaising with governmental authorities, other national and international institutions and NGOs, and building effective local partnerships including with the private sector;
- Experience in project management;
- Strong experience with databases, assessment tools and reporting.
- Knowledge of the fundaments of CBI;
- Familiar with innovative systems used in humanitarian sectors and a fast learner;
- Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and beneficiaries;
- Strong knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations tools and methodologies;
- Computer literacy, including in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint as well as KoBo Toolbox and report writing;
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills;
- Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
- Fluency in English and Turkish is required.
- Working knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
- IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
- 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.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.