Reporting Officer : Accra, Ghana

Duty Station : Accra, Ghana

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 09 August 2016

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and 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. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech

Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Leste, United Republic of Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and

the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission and in close coordination with the Resource Management Officer (RMO), the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supporting the tracking of the progress of implementation for IOM programmes and projects in Ghana and ensuring monitoring and reporting requirements.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. In close coordination with various programme managers, assist in drafting interim and final project reports for donors and the Regional Office based on programme objectives, work plans, and timelines set by project agreements.
2. Collaborate with IOM staff and implementing partners on both quantitative and qualitative monitoring aspects to provide relevant information for performance management and evaluation of programme/project activities, and for complying with regular reporting requirements.
3. Produce regular monitoring reports to be shared with relevant stakeholders such as donors.
4. Guide and ensure the regular sharing of M&E findings with relevant stakeholders and other

IOM offices and departments, and that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum in

a timely manner, also in terms of implications for future action. If necessary, create such discussion forums to fill any gaps.

1. Assist in the development and design of new projects/programs in close coordination with the relevant units, government authorities, international and regional institutions, and partner organizations in public and/or private sectors.
2. Guide the process for identifying the key performance questions, indicators and parameters for monitoring programmes/projects performance and achievements, for comparing it to purposes and targets, and for preparing evaluations; design the format for performance reports; review monitoring reports, analyse them and identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation and necessary corrective actions.
3. Help the programme/project managers to revise the programmes/projects log frame matrix on a continuous basis, particularly in the areas of the objective hierarchy, indicators and monitoring mechanisms.
4. Provide technical and backstopping support to project development and implementation to relevant units in the mission.
5. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Masters degree in Development, Social or Political Sciences, Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience with logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches, and monitoring methods and approaches;

• At least two years of progressively responsible, relevant professional experience and expertise in preparation of monthly, quarterly or annual programmes/projects reviews and in identifying the key performance questions, indicators and parameters for monitoring programmes/projects performance and achievements;

• Experience in liaising with donors and relevant stakeholders;

• Excellent knowledge of migration management principles, concepts and techniques.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external

stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM Recruitment system, by 09 August 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 27.07.2016 to 09.08.2016

Requisition: VN 2016/159 (P) - Reporting Officer (P2) - Accra, Ghana (54837878) Released

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