Established in 1951, International Organization for Migration (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.*IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment.
Position Title : Project Officer (Shelter)
Duty Station : Maiduguri, Nigeria
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates
are considered as first-tier candidates:
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.*IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment.
Position Title : Project Officer (Shelter)
Duty Station : Maiduguri, Nigeria
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates
are considered as first-tier candidates:
- Internal candidates
- Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:
**Context:***
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Emergency Response), the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and coordinating the design and implementation of an emergency shelter project in displacement sites in the wider Maiduguri Metropolitan area, Nigeria, where an estimated 89,914 internally displaced people are living in informal and formal camps, and 1,362,617 are displaced in host communities as a result of insurgency in the North East of Nigeria.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Shelter/NFI/CCCM Working Group, led by the National Emergency Management Agency
(NEMA) and the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), and on other site extensions
as may be required.
shelter and/or shelter repair, targeted to the most vulnerable.
software and hardware elements of the programmes.
safety).
sector guidance. Provide guidance and technical support regarding the construction of
prototypes, rainwater run offs, wind resistance, etc.
corrective action.
development of clear technical guidance documents for the Shelter Sector.
Experience
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of any regional languages is an advantage.*
Desirable Competencies: *Behavioral**
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.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Emergency Response), the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and coordinating the design and implementation of an emergency shelter project in displacement sites in the wider Maiduguri Metropolitan area, Nigeria, where an estimated 89,914 internally displaced people are living in informal and formal camps, and 1,362,617 are displaced in host communities as a result of insurgency in the North East of Nigeria.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Contribute to site planning and coordinated shelter delivery in Bakassi site extension,
Shelter/NFI/CCCM Working Group, led by the National Emergency Management Agency
(NEMA) and the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), and on other site extensions
as may be required.
- Conduct shelter and NFI reviews in host communities, developing appropriate shelter
shelter and/or shelter repair, targeted to the most vulnerable.
- Coordinate with other sectors: WASH, Health, and Livelihoods, to integrate shelter activities
- Assist in identifying, and coordinate with HR, staff/casual labour recruitment as necessary for
software and hardware elements of the programmes.
- Provide information and guidance with respect to hazards that occupants of the site/s will face
safety).
- Ensure quality of materials in collaboration with procurement staff, and supervise the
sector guidance. Provide guidance and technical support regarding the construction of
prototypes, rainwater run offs, wind resistance, etc.
- Monitor the delivery of shelter project targets and bring to the attention of the supervisor
corrective action.
- Conduct site viability assessments, and identify technical, costing and other requirements
- Monitor NFI distributions and carry out quality control for all stages of the response cycle.
- Support site planning as required in new site developments and extensions.
- Assist in developing IOM Nigeria shelter and NFI response options, which is sensitive to
- Participate and contribute to Shelter and NFI Sector Technical Working Groups and other
development of clear technical guidance documents for the Shelter Sector.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.*Required Qualifications and Experience:*
- • Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture 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
- • Similar international experience is desirable;
- • Experience in shelter programming in complex emergencies/camp settings;
- • Previous working experience in complex emergency essential.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of any regional languages 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.
- • plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of
- responsibility;
- • displays mastery of subject matter
- • Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs,
- perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
- • displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- • 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.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 29 March 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 e-recruitment system.
Closing Date : 29 March 2016
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 e-recruitment system.
Closing Date : 29 March 2016