Job description

VN IE-030-2022

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: National MHPSS Project Officer

Duty Station: Dublin, Ireland

Classification: General Service

Type of Appointment: One Year Fixed Term

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 08.12.2022

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. External and internal candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy.

Context:

IOM opened an office in Ireland in 2001. Ireland became a full member government of IOM in 2002. IOM Ireland provides Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration Programmes (AVRR) that are open to migrants (asylum seekers and irregular migrants) from non-EEA countries, who wish to return home voluntarily but do not have the means, including the necessary documentation, to do so. Programme activities additionally include the following areas of migration management: Resettlement, Family Reunification and Counter-Trafficking.

The proposed project is designed to support the International Protection Accommodation Services (IPAS), of the Department of Children, Integration, Equality, Disability and Youth, to provide international protection applicants residing in Citywest and potentially other Centres in the Dublin area, with Community-Based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (CB MHPSS)[1] through Psychosocial Mobile Teams, with the aim of improving psychosocial well-being from a bio-psychological, socio-relational and cultural perspective and strengthening the overall resilience of beneficiaries, who have recently applied for International Protection (IP) in Ireland

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission, the incumbent will be accountable and responsible for the coordination of this project in maintaining close collaboration with project donor other partner and different stakeholders. The position will oversee the coordination of all project activities from development, roll-out and regular operational aspects of the project.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Manage the operational and administrative day to day operations of the project ensuring that planned activities are implemented in line with approved project documents and IOM’s Project Handbook.
• Supervise the project staff through the collaboration of the site coordinator and all the partner agencies involved in the project delivery.
• Maintain oversight of all the planned activities, ensuring that they are all timely delivered and in a professional manner.
• Provide financial, administrative and technical backstopping to projects, and serve as a liaison with headquarters units and project partners.
• Ensure compliance of operations within IOM rules, regulations and policies.
• Ensure the continuous review of project implementation strategies and provide guidance and suggest corrective measures and action to be taken as necessary.
• Ensure the achievement of maximum efficiency in project delivery, as well as measure and share results with senior staff and project partners.
• Assist CoM in maintaining close working relationships with the relevant government authorities and other relevant stakeholders to assure compliance with the planned activities and forecasted results as formulated in the approved project documents.
• Coordinate with the Information Management Officer in the monitoring and analysis of the operating environment, quick re-adjustment of the operations as necessary and advise on legal considerations and risk assessment.
• Organise and participate in regular meetings with stakeholders to coordinate emergency response activities across Ireland.
• Prepare reports, briefings, donor reports, background information, regular updates, project summaries and statistical analysis as necessary and required.
• Undertake duty travel in relation to project implementation in liaison with counterparts.
• Maintain and ensure confidentiality of all project related matters in accordance with guidelines and instructions.
• Take active steps to mitigate fraud and malfeasance, and to monitor the integrity of records containing individual data.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Social Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with six years of relevant professional experience

Experience

• Proven managerial experience in a similar setting & capacity; supervisory experience; Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy & confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
• Relevant experience in emergency response, MHPSS projects or similar would be an advantage.
• Experience in liaison with national governmental authorities and partnership with NGOs.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Previous work experience in international organizations would be an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal & intercultural skills with an attention to detail.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of immigration policies and regulations; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of financial, administrative and human resources rules and regulations.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required
• Any other IOM official language is advantage

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

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• 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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• 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 potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Link to IOM competency Framework:

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link

Other

As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19

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.

This post is subject to local recruitment, only persons holding a valid residence and work permit for the Ireland will be eligible for consideration.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) to the email as shared on advert quoting Vacancy Number VN-IE-30-2022 National MHPSS Project Officer

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 24.11.2022– 08.12.2022

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dublin, County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

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