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Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Senior M&E Assistant (MSD and FSL)

Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G6

Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term, Six months with the possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 13 August 2023 

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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Ukraine and the direct supervision of the M&E Officer (Transition and Recovery), the successful candidate will contribute to implementation of IOM Ukraine economic recovery activities targeting Micro-, Small-, and Medium-Enterprises (MSMEs) and individuals, and in particular will be responsible for supporting Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) activities of MSD and Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Units.

 Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Assist in collecting, maintaining and analyzing various data for M&E activities of MSD and FSL Units with a particular focus on enterprise development data.
2. File and compile reports that will be produced for the MSD and FSL projects and keep track of reporting schedules in line with the donor reporting requirements.
3. Assist in the design, comment and/or implementation of special assessments, surveys, and operational research.
4. Participate in specific monitoring exercises as assigned. Compile and collect lessons learnt and success stories for analysis and publishing.
5. Conduct preliminary analysis of findings of monitoring and evaluation exercises. Draft specific inputs as assigned for the development of the MSD and FSL guidance on feedback mechanisms and accountability.
6. Keep track of the status of indicators that were set for the project/programme/strategy. Flag and bring to the attention of the Program delays or challenges regarding compliance issues with the donor requirements.
7. Prepare inputs for project development according to specific needs and situation analysis in accordance with IOM project development standards in close coordination with the PSU Unit and the MSD and FSL Programs.
8. Keep abreast of internal framework for Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Results Based Management (RBM) developments to ensure compliance with processes and strategies such as the Institutional Questionnaire (IQ), IOM global M&E strategy, Strategic Results Framework (following IOM Global Vision), regional M&E planning tools and PRIMA-for-all standards.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school diploma/certificate or equivalent with at least six years of relevant work experience; or
• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Previous experience on the development and implementtion of M&E frameworks
• Previous experience working in international organizations,
• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of development of data collection tools, their administration and evaluation techniques and practices;
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook;
• Strong reporting, writing and research skills, preferably related to M&E;
• Excellent communication and analytical skills;
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills;

Languages

English and Ukrainian is required.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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

• 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 security clearances.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications filling in the IOM Personal History Form   and sending to [email protected]  by 13 August 2023 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 03.08.2023 to 13.08.2023