Expedited SVN Project Assistant (Community Cohesion), for internal candidates only

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the Project Officer (Hromada Reconstruction and Empowerment Facility) and the direct supervision of the Project Specialist (Community Cohesion), the successful candidate will provide support to the implementation of IOM Ukraine’s Transition and Recovery efforts.

1. Assist in the overall implementation of the Response, Resilience and Recovery (3R) Unit’s efforts. 
2. Support project specialists in regular reporting (IOM internal and external, briefing notes, statistical tables, presentations etc.), correspondence and reach-out to communities.
3. Assist project specialists in contracting partners, assist in procurement of goods and services.
4. Support project specialists in updating budget related information. 
5. Maintain close cooperation with other units, liaise with Data and Analytics, render support to monitoring and evaluation activities as necessary.
6. Render support to programme visibility as necessary.
7. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; assist in/organize all relevant project logistics and organization of activities and events (meetings, presentations, discussions, visits, training sessions etc.).
8. Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project. Take notes at relevant programme events.
9. Draft official and unofficial correspondence in English and Ukrainian.
10. Provide informal interpretation and written translation (English/Ukrainian) when necessary.
11. Undertake duty travel within Ukraine, to areas selected for the Portfolio programming, on an as-needed basis.
12. Perform other relevant duties as may be assigned. Education
    • High School diploma/certificate with four years of relevant experience; 

      OR

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      • Bachelor’s degree (preferably in public administration, law, political science, management, economics, international relations or other related field) from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; Experience
        • Experience working with authorities and civil society;
        • Experience with organizational and administrative duties;
        • Proven drafting, writing, and reporting skills, confident user of the Microsoft Office Suite;
        • Experience of field work;
        • Knowledge of humanitarian activities and context is advantageous;
        • Experience in community participation and cohesion, is advantageous;
        • Experience in working with IDPs/refugees and/or vulnerable populations is advantageous. Skills
          • Knowledge and understanding of the issue of emergency and recovery response in Ukraine is an asset;
          • Advanced PC skills. Languages

            For this position, fluency in English and Ukrainian is required (oral and written). Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

          • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
        • 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.
    • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
13. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
14. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.