Job Description

SPECIAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (SVN)

Open to Internal & External CandidatesVacancy No.IOM-SVN/0097/22Position TitleProject Clerk-Shelter/NFIDuty StationAdigrat, Tigray ClassificationG-3Type of AppointmentSVN, Six months with possibility of extensionEstimated Start DateAs soon as possiblePosting Period03.07.2022 to 10.07.2022

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub Office, under the technical guidance of the Project Manager (WASH and Shelter), and under the direct supervision of the WASH National Officer, the Project Clerk-Shelter/NFI will be responsible for supporting implementation of IOM’s SNFI operational activities, including the following duties below:

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1.      Support Shelter/NFI project implementation through field deployment to directly undertake Shelter / NFI distributions, and supervise construction works.

2.      Support in coordinating the logistical needs of the Shelter/NFI program implementation including arranging material transportation, tracking material receipt, Placing storages, and delivery preparations at sites and distribution locations.

3.      Carry out independent beneficiary registration and verification prior to distributions.

4.      Support in recruiting, coordinating and monitoring laborers at field sites.

5.      Assist in needs assessment of disaster affected community whenever needed.

6.      Support in distribution of tokens for identified beneficiaries based on needs assessment, notifying beneficiaries in advance to the distribution, set up distribution points, and crowd controls with security measures.

7.      Support in coordination of other Shelter/NFI activities including community mobilization and sensitizations.

8.      Produce daily/weekly reports, progress reports and related updates.

Job Requirements

Education

·        Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in engineering, urban planning, architecture, or any related technical field

Experience

·        Two years of relevant experience for Degree holders and Four years for Diploma holders

·        Experience in shelter/NFI program interventions

• Strong writing and reporting skills,

• Familiarity in working with International Organizations, UN agencies or diplomatic missions is an asset,

• Good understanding of humanitarian principles

• Good computer knowledge in MS office packages.

• Ability to work independently according to established structures and guidelines, including administrative requirements, and maintain coordination with colleagues and supervisor

Languages

·       Fluency in English and Tigrigna (oral and written).

·       Knowledge of Amharic language is an advantage.

VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies:

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 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.

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.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply using THIS LINK

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!