Head of Sub-Office (Zarzis)

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Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director and direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) , and in close coordination with the Programme Managers, Programme Support Unit and Resources Management Unit, the Head of Sub Office(Zarzis) will be responsible and accountable for supporting the overall management and administration of the IOM Sub Office, as well as for coordinating the implementation of the broad IOM programming in line with IOM policies, standards and commitments.

1. Provide support to the CoM in managing the Operational, Human Resources, Administrative, Financial and Supply Chain functions of the Sub-Office(Zarzis) in accordance with the IOM’s rules and regulations, and streamline the implementation of institutional procedures across the Sub-Office.

2. Contribute to the management, recruitment, training and capacity building of Sub-Office’s staff and third-party contractors, if applicable, based on programme assessment, available budget and performance indicators.

3. Participate in meetings with Government Authorities, International Organizations, non-governmental organizations, voluntary agencies, as well as public media and Private Sector. 

4. In coordination with the CoM, contribute to the maintaining, promoting and strengthening the working relationships with national, regional and local governmental authorities, international organizations and NGOs, and other stakeholders in the field of migration management.

5. Provide technical inputs to the design and development of new projects in close coordination with the CoM and other Programme Management counterparts. 

6. Coordinate the adherence to the safety and security procedures for IOM staff, premises, and assets in the Sub-Office in collaboration with the local Office of the United National Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) and other relevant stakeholders, through regular participation in Area Security Management meetings.

7. Support the implementation and reporting of all programme activities in the Sub-Office(Zarzis) in line with IOM standards and in accordance with the donor/grant agreements. 

8. Provide regular updates to the CoM on the progress on programme implementation, achievements and donor liaison issues.

9. Assess the key gaps and operational challenges, provide technical support for programme implementation in coordination with the CoM/ Senior Management Team to check the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of staff performance. 

10. Contribute to establishing the visibility of IOM and the donors as per donor agreements and as relevant to the context. 

11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Humanitarian Affairs, Law, International Relations, Disaster Risk Reduction/Disaster Risk 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.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

• Experience in managing humanitarian, complex and post conflict emergencies at an international level; 

• Experience in liaison with the government authorities, donors, national/international institutions and multi-stakeholders;

• Experience in project development and reporting;

• Experience in programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation; and, 

• Experience working in the Region.

   

• Knowledge of migration management principles, concepts and techniques; 

• Experience working in post-conflict /emergency operations;

• Ability to coordinate multiple activities and work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional background;

• Ability to work well under pressure and in difficult conditions;

• Good communication and negotiation skills, project development skills, and ability to draft clearly and concisely; and, 

• A high degree of computer literacy.

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English, French and Arabic is required

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

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

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No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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