Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : August 11, 2015
Reference Code : VN2015/76(P)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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. Context: Building on nearly ten years of experience in East and Southern Africa, in 2014, IOM Pretoria commenced implementation of the second phase of the four-year bi-regional programme, Partnership on Health and Mobility in East and Southern Africa (PHAMESA II) with financial support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA). PHAMESA II's overall objective is to contribute to improved standards of physical, mental, and social wellbeing of migrants and migration-affected populations in East and Southern Africa, enabling them to substantially contribute towards the social and economic development of their communities. This will be achieved through four interrelated outcomes
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of non- represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favourably considered: Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Botswana, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Czech Republic, Comoros, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Somalia, Suriname, Swaziland, Tanzania, Timor Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
- Outcome 1: Improved monitoring of migrants health to inform policy and practices;
- Outcome 2: Policies and legislations make provisions for the health needs and rights of migrants and migration-affected communities in line with international, regional, and national commitments;
- Outcome 3: Migrants and migration-affected communities have access and use migrant-sensitive health services in countries of origin, transit, and destination;
- Outcome 4: Strengthened multi-country / sectoral partnerships and networks for effective and sustainable response to migration and health challenges in East and Southern Africa.
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Programme Manager for PHAMESA II, The Programme Specialist (Partnerships) will support the implementation of outcomes 2 and 4 as they relate to policy development and partnership strengthening. The geographic scope of the work will primarily focus on Southern Africa, but will, on occasion also cover East Africa.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Serve as the team leader for Outcome 4 of PHAMESA II. Facilitate advocacy and regional coordination activities for the mining sector interventions in Southern Africa. Specific duties will include, but not be limited to, the following
- Providing technical assistance to and attending forums and meetings with key stakeholders, such as regional economic communities (e.g. SADC, COMESA, IOC), governments, UN partners, regional NGOs, and civil society organizations;
- Providing support to the organization of donor coordination meetings, regional partnership forums, and other regional workshops/meetings;
- Conducting technical presentations on IOM's migration health projects and programmes; and
- Developing and finalizing budget and work plans for the PHAMESA II Partnership Outcome.
- Provide support and technical guidance to migration health country coordinators and/or focal points in IOM offices in implementation of activities related to policy development and partnerships.
- Serve as the country desk officer for several Southern African countries. Support coordination of technical support, work planning, and reporting requirements.
- Undertake regular duty travel as necessary to attend relevant meetings, maintain initiatives within the framework of the migration health programme, and monitor project implementation.
- Assist with the recruitment of and delivery of outcomes by consultants and service providers as necessary.
- Facilitate project proposals and participate in fundraising activities, in particular for multi-country or regional projects.
- Represent the Organization at national and international conferences and meetings. 8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
- Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
- Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
- Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
- Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
- Displays mastery of subject matter;
- Contributes to a collegial team environment;
- Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA);
- Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
- Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
- Effectively applies knowledge of health issues in execution of responsibilities at appropriate level;
- Maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- University degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution with at least seven years of professional experience; or
- University degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution plus Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Sciences Medical Specialization in Infectious Diseases, Tropical Medicine or other related fields from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience. Experience
- Experience in the field of development in the areas of migration health including HIV, TB, population mobility, and migration;
- Operational experience and understanding of regional migration issues in Southern Africa;
- Sound experience in working with regional organisations, international organisations, and governmental entities;
- Proven capacity and strategic vision to develop, implement, and coordinate migration health programmes;
- Proven ability to respond to project development opportunities;
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills;
- Demonstrated skills in writing, editing and reporting.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Portuguese and French is an advantage. How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by August 11, 2015 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/how-apply
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period: From 28.07.2015 to 11.08.2015
Requisition: VN 2015/76 (P) - Regional Programme Specialist (Partnerships) (P3) - Gaborone, Botswana (54669573)
Released Posting: VN 2015/76 (P) - Regional Programme Specialist (Partnerships) (P3) - Gaborone, Botswana (54669578) Released
