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Programme Associate (Cash-Based Interventions (CBI)
Country Afghanistan Province Kabul,
Categories Program, Type Full Time
Post Date 2023-11-23 Close Date 2023-12-06
Vacancy No SVN-KBL-2023 -183 Gender male female
No Of Jobs 1 Contract Duration SST (Special Short term)
Education University degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution Experience A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
Organization Opportunities for you Salary G5

About Company

About IOM: Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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. Context: Under the overall supervision of the Cross-Border Post-Arrival Humanitarian Assistance (CB-PAHA Programme Coordinator and the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer, the successful candidate will be supporting the implementation of Cash-Based Interventions (CBI) at IOM managed Reception and Transit Centers in Turkham, Kandahar, Herat, Nimroz and Kabul provinces in Afghanistan.

Job Description

Provide technical support on project activities and objectives in line with global and IOM standards for CBI and in close coordination with the National Programme Officer including participating in situational analysis, needs assessment, targeting and distribution.

Support the drafting and development of standard operating procedures for cash projects, including formulation of programme tools and methodology in close coordination with CBI (Cash Based Intervention) unit.

Support (Field Coordinators and Operational Assistants) 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.

Support the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit in conducting on spot distribution monitoring, Cash Post Distribution Monitoring and other their activities in regard to all cash projects, particularly managing the Accountability to Affected Populations response mechanism for cash.

Support drafting of concept notes, project narratives, workplans and other project-related documents in close coordination with CBI and CBPAHA unit and relevant units.

Act as the focal point for the administrative and technical aspects of CBI, including liaison with CBI and other units and external partners and service providers.

Contribute to drafting relevant project reports including assessment reports, project progress reports and human-interest stories in coordination with the National Programme Officer.

Support CBI unit on the harmonization of CBI tools, transfer values, MEB and its application across each unit.

Support the CBI and CBPAHA unit on the identification and contracting of Financial Service Providers as well as payment facilitation and tracking for Financial Service Providers in coordination with finance and procurement teams.

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.

Support the National Programme officer in report writing to present information and data related to CB-PAHA’s CBI and the preparation of reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation, as needed.

Support CB-PAHA’s participation in Technical 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.

Support CBI unit on the participation Cash forums at national and sub-national level including Cash and Voucher Working Group regular and ad-hoc meetings at national and sub-national level. 

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.

Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirement

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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 wherever possible.
  • Integrity and transparency: maintain 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 – 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 action and delegated work.
  • Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Note: Applications from qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Education

  • University degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
  • or
  • High School diploma from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

  • Experience in the humanitarian settings and complex setting; or emergency programmes;
  • 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.

 

SKILLS

  • 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.

 

Languages

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

Submission Guideline

How to apply:

Interested candidates are required to apply through the below online Form. Also, please take note that IOM does not accept applications in hard copies.

Before filling up the online Form, the candidate must carefully read the advertisement. Please proceed to fill the online form only if you meet the minimum requirements stipulated in the advertisement.

Applicants are advised to fill in all mandatory fields otherwise they will not be able to submit the application and should fill their correct and active e-mail address in the online application as any correspondence will be made by IOM through e-mail only.

 

Applicants are advised to submit only one application for a particular post. The indicated requirements, qualifications and experience are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for written assessment or oral interview.

 

Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by HR department to submit resume and Motivation Letter. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate in form is accurate.

If you agree with above, please proceed to the online application form by clicking HERE.

Posting period:


From: 22.11 .2023 to 06.12.2023

No Fees: 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 account.

Should you experience any technical challenge while submitting your application using the above link, please send an email to: iomkabulapplications@iom.int .

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