Job Description
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is implementing a joint program to support Bosnia and Herzegovina in the recovery of the October 2024 flood-affected areas by addressing the critical priorities of the local population sustainably. To achieve these objectives, project designs and implement feedback mechanisms through a process-oriented, community driven approach that emphasizes community engagement and recovery efforts.
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Associate/Project Coordinator and in close coordination with the National Program Officer, the incumbent will implement community recovery and community engagement activities in Social cohesion Unit of IOM’s Social Cohesion and Resilience Pillar.
Responsibilities
- In coordination with the Senior Project Associate/Project Coordinator and other project teams implement community recovery and engagement mechanisms and approaches to support local communities.
- Coordinate with other project teams to facilitate the implementation of community recovery and engagement mechanisms of the project at the community level.
- Support implementation of community recovery and community engagement activities focused on feedback mechanisms between local authorities and affected population.
- Coordinate with project teams and the project partners to boost community engagement, across all the project’s local-community partners, leveraging the project’s full audience in support of the project’s overall strategy.
- I Implement all assigned community recovery and community engagement activities in a timely and efficient manner and in accordance with each activity Implementation Plan and the project’s activity cycle.
- Work closely with local partners to track and report out on indicators related to overall community recovery and engagement as well as evidence of changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours: support incorporation of all lessons learned into future activities.
- Provide guidance and training to new/junior staff.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- High-school diploma with five years of relevant working experience; or Completed university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in the field of social science, political studies focused on community engagement, community recovery with three years of relevant working experience
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Prior experience in similar positions involving assistance in community recovery, planning and implementing community engagement activities.
- Experience in liaising local and governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.
- Experience in working with local communities on social cohesion is an advantage.
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
- Experience related to gender responsive programming, inclusion, and citizens participation, and/or community engagement
- Proven experience on preparation of written reports in an accurate and concise manner
Skills
- Excellent organizational, time management and facilitation skills
- Having strong knowledge and skills on project cycle management
- Strong communication, presentation, coordination skills
- Sensitivity to identification of any possible issues, cause of delay or threat to accomplishment of project targets
- Proficiency in computer applications, such as MS Office, Internet Explorer, Oracle
- Valid driving license
- Willingness and ability to conduct travel whenever needed
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written) and in one of the three official languages spoken in BiH.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 1)
- 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.
Notes
- 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.
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Job Info
- Job Identification13189
- Posting Date02/17/2025, 02:35 PM
- Locations Sarajevo, 71000, BA
- Apply Before03/02/2025, 11:59 PM
- Job ScheduleFull time
- Job ShiftDay
- Contract TypeSpecial Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
- Vacancy TypeSpecial Vacancy Notice
- Recruiting TypeGeneral Service
- GradeG-4