Cluster Coordinator – International Organization for Migration

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. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi,Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:
Following 2016’s significant below average Gu (Apr–Jun) and Deyr (Nov-Dec) rainy seasons in Somalia, severe drought is widespread across the country. If action is not taken immediately, signals point towards a growing humanitarian crisis in Somalia of potentially catastrophic proportions. With an increasing number of individuals at risk of food security, the previously estimated 5 million people in need of humanitarian assistance has increased to 6.2 million. Between February and June 2017, the number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) is expected to increase from 1.1 million to 3 million individuals.
The IOM Somalia team is implementing frontline activities as well as taking the lead in coordinating the newly-activated Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) cluster to improve the coordination, delivery and monitoring of humanitarian services to vulnerable populations living in communal settings.
Under the overall supervision of the Drought Response Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the CCCM Programme Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination of the Somalia CCCM cluster, in coordination with the relevant co-lead partner(s).

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Coordination
a. Represent the interests of the cluster in discussions and coordination meetings at the national level and ensure a harmonized and coordinated multi-sectorial response in displacement sites;
b. Ensure reporting of multi-sectorial gaps and needs in all displacement sites to the
Inter-Cluster Working Group and advocate for support from other clusters when necessary;
c. Ensure that adequate site management structures are in place in identified displacement sites; d. Organize regular cluster meetings at the national level.
1. Planning and preparedness
a. Lead on cluster planning at national level with regards to developing response strategies, contingency planning including “exit”/transition strategy for site closures and action plans for the cluster;
b. Together with cluster partners, undertake capacity mapping and gap identification exercises to develop a capacity-development strategy for the sector;
c. Identify the training needs and develop a capacity building strategy accordingly; d. Organise joint field missions, needs assessments and analysis among cluster partners and participate in joint inter-cluster needs assessment exercises.
1. Monitoring
a. Ensure and monitor that all CCCM actors implement site management standards and guidance in all displacement sites; b. In coordination with the Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF), ensure that all partners funded through this mechanism meet their targets and complete all reporting requirements.
1. Information management (IM) and reporting
a. Coordinate closely with all cluster partners to collect and collate agreed upon CCCM reporting tools for the field;
b. Closely coordinate with the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) team, as the primary IM
partner of the CCCM cluster; review, share and promote DTM products in all relevant forums; c. Ensure proper communication and information flow between Mogadishu and the field, and among partners.
1. Application of standards and guidelines
a. Facilitate discussion and agreement on the use of common standards and tools among cluster partners; b. Promote awareness of and adherence to relevant policy guidelines, codes of conduct and examples of good practice by all cluster partners, taking into consideration the possible need for local adaptation both in terms of language and content.
1. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, Humanitarian Affairs, Conflict Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Minimum 5 years of operational experience in the field in IDP/refugee and migration related
issues, including technical cooperation, project development and project/programme implementation and evaluation;
• Work experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs – experience in the region is an asset;
• Good knowledge of UN, IOM and NGO mandates and programmes in the IDP humanitarian responses, post conflict construction and development;
• Familiarity with financial management and good level of computer literacy, including database applications.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of any local language used in Somalia is an advantage.

Note
1. Appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
2. With frequent travel to field locations within Somalia. And possible relocation to Somalia if and when the situation is conducive.

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.
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.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 19 October 2017 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-…
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 e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 09.10.2017 to 19.10.2017
Requisition: VN 2017/222 (P) – Cluster Coordinator(CCCM)(P3)-IOMSomaliainNairobi,Kenya (55200088) Released
Posting: Posting NC55200109 (55200109) Released ute;

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