Job Vacancy at IOM – UN Migration for Project Officer (TVET and Entrepreneurship)

Position Title : Project Officer (TVET and Entrepreneurship)
Duty Station : Freetown, Sierra Leone
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 04 March 2021

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 as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba;
Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of
Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Latvia;
Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of);
Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia;
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe;
Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga;
Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office in IOM Sierra Leone and direct supervision
of the Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the
effective coordination and implementation of Technical and Vocational Education and Training
(TVET) and Entrepreneurship project activities in line with strategic directions of the County
Office.

This position will require the successful candidate to be based at the IOM Country Office in
Freetown, with frequent travel to border areas and other Sierra Leone districts to ensure the
implementation of project activities, including technical and administrative aspects. This
candidate will be responsible for coordinating, adapting and supporting the deployment of youth
vocational skills and entrepreneurship skills that minimize the risk of irregular migration from Sierra Leone.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Coordinate and implement TVET and Entrepreneurship project activities, following the work
plans and courses of action established in the approved project documents.
2. Ensure timely implementation of activities as per agreed work plans and budget, in
compliance with IOM and donor standards and coordination with relevant IOM RO Units and
IOM COs in the Region.
3. Analyze challenges and closely coordinate with stakeholders to revise work-plans if needed;
facilitate timely reporting as per IOM and donor requirements.
4. Liaise with the relevant Government counterparts, UN agencies and partners to ensure timely
and effective implementation and monitoring of the Youth TVET/Entrepreneurship project
activities.
5. Act as a focal point of the UN Youth Task Team, collaborating with other UN agency
counterparts in Sierra Leone.
6. Provide technical inputs for the development of new concept notes/ project proposals for the
mobilization of resources for the IOM Country Office in Sierra Leone.
7. Collaborate with private companies, international partners and national NGOs to facilitate
valuable project output.
8. Supervise TVET/Entrepreneurship project support staff.
9. Compile and disseminate information on project achievements, problems encountered,
pertinent developments and strategic needs for IOM Sierra Leone program managers, donors
and implementing partners.
10. Ensure timely project delivery by monitoring and following up on project deadlines, and
financial and narrative reporting requirements in accordance to IOM Rules and Regulations.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education
• Master's degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Planning, Business Management/
Administration, Engineering, or other fields relevant to management with two years of relevant
professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Experience in project management or implementation in a developing country;
• Experience in coordinating youth entrepreneurship-related projects;
• Working experience in a resource-limited setting;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities.

Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to deliver timely and high-quality products that meet
end-user requirements; Strong personal ownership and ability to set and meet high professional
standards;
• Knowledge of youth entrepreneurship training, including financial literacy, business plan
development and business mentorship;
• Knowledge of structures and functions of Sierra Leone's government systems, international
agencies, donors, and organizations as an advantage;
• Knowledge of the region is an advantage.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of
Japanese is a strong advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes
1
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required 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: 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 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.
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.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link: click here

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
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.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No
late applications will be accepted.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 04 March 2021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period: From 19.02.2021 to 04.03.2021

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
accounts.

 

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