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 work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates, For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

Second tier candidates include:

• All external candidates including third party contractors (CTG personnel).

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Cross-Border Post-Arrival Humanitarian Assistance (CB-PAHA) Programme Coordinator and the direct supervision of the CB-PAHA National Programme Officer, the incumbent will be supporting the provision of post-arrival humanitarian assistance at IOM-managed reception and transit centers in Nangarhar, Kandahar, Herat, Nimroz and Kabul provinces across Afghanistan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Programme Coordinator and National Programme Officer in the implementation and monitoring of programme activities.
2. Support the Programme Coordinator and National Programme Officer in the preparation of materials and input to CB-PAHA-relevant fora and meetings and contribute to unit research in coordination with other relevant IOM units into the promotion and strengthening of Protection and Gender Mainstreaming, Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), and safeguarding within CB-PAHA programming and related infrastructure and facilities.
3. Organize frequent field visits and meetings with staff and partners, support the coordination of distributions and warehouse activities, and contribute to identifying challenges and bottlenecks, as well as developing recommendations to improve quality control measures.
4. Facilitate the administrative coordination of project implementation and support regular liaison with relevant organizational units to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, and follow-up on administrative actions.
5. Draft status reports, containing indication of shortfalls and bottlenecks in delivery, bringing them to the attention of CB-PAHA management.
6. Provide the National Programme Officer with information and data related to reception and transit center operations and contribute to the preparation of reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations, and other forms of documentation, as needed.
7. Assist the National Programme Officer in screening complaints received via AWAAZ Afghanistan and follow up with field team personnel to address them.
8. Assist the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit with the implementation and monitoring and evaluation project activities of post-arrival humanitarian assistance operations, particularly with regards to the Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) response mechanism for border response activities.
9. Assist in the administrative tasks of NFI and raw material procurement and processing, and related work/process flows at the reception and transit centers, including liaison with Supply Chain Unit (SCU) personnel and other relevant units.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

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

• High School Diploma with four (4) years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting is advantageous.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

Languages

• For all Applicants, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
• Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Required Competencies

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• 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.

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 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.

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 click HERE.

Posting period:
From: 08.01.2025 to 22.01.2025

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.