Senior Project Development Associate

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Job Description

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Project Development Officer (RPDO), the incumbent will support the Regional Project Development Unit (RPDU), which provides technical guidance on project development and on institutional processes with guidance from the Institutional Performance Division, within the Office of Strategy and Organizational Performance (OSOP) in IOM Headquarters (HQ); including: supporting the monitoring and analyse of project development opportunities in the Region; support Country Office (CO) project development, particularly for Small COs; support capacity development in institutional processes such as PRIMA and the Project Handbook; support the coordination of project proposal endorsement processes in the Region; and support knowledge management and resource mobilization efforts in the Region.

Responsibilities

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Support the RPDO to carry out capacity building, training, and technical support to Country Offices in the Region in respect to Project Cycle Management processes, such as the use of PRIMA and results-based reporting.
Support the RPDO to coordinate the review, approval and tracking of project reports developed by COs in the Region.
Support the RPDO to promote engagement in Knowledge Management (KM) platforms, tools and practices across the region based on existing project development and reporting duties, including driving the effective use of PRIMA.
Together with the RPDO, serve as a resource person for COs in the Region by providing insights on resource mobilization efforts and opportunities at global, regional and country levels as well as best practices in internal project development and resource mobilization.
Under the guidance of the RPDO, support the development of projects that are regional/multi-country, for small COs, and for countries with no IOM presence.
Under the guidance of the RPDO, support and facilitate regional engagement on institutional processes such as project development for the IOM Development Fund (IDF), the administration of Flexible Funding, and participation in the Global Appeal.
Support the development internal reports, presentations, talking points, speeches, statements and briefings as relevant.
Under guidance of the RPDO, support the coordination and strengthening of ongoing knowledge management processes at the RO and COs in the Region.
In the absence of the RPDO, ensure the continued functioning of the RPDU by coordinating incoming requests from internal or external partners.

Participate in workshops and meetings related to the technical area of expertise, as required by the RPDO and/or the Deputy Regional Director (DRD) for Operations.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Support the RPDO to coordinate the review, endorsement and tracking of project proposals developed by COs in the Region, including integration of the Strategic Results Framework (SRF).
Identify project development opportunities and calls for proposals, follow project development at the regional and CO level and support the development of policies and reports in collaboration with the Regional Thematic Units (RTUs) in the RO.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law, or related field with four years of relevant professional experience; or,
High School diploma with six years of relevant experience.

Experience

Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, with project management, project development and other relevant technical experience;
Demonstrated expertise in the technical area particularly project development;
Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions, private sector and NGOs; and,
Work experience in project development in the Region is an asset.

Skills

Strong writing and analytical skills, including the development of projects;
Takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
Promotes continuous learning for self and others;
Listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
Displays strong understanding of technical area;
Knowledge of project cycle management and results-based reporting approaches;
Contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation; and,
Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions.

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