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. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa
1. External female candidates.

Context:
IOM Philippines has partnered with the Government of the Philippines through the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) to implement the latest version of the PAMANA project in the ARMM in support of the 1996 GPH-MNLF Peace Agreement. This PAMANA project 2017-2018 will be implemented in conflict-affected and fragile communities in Mindanao, and will commence in 2017.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and in close coordination with Senior Resources Management Officer in Manila, Philippines, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for managing and supervising the Sub-Office in Cotabato, as well as leading the promotion and field implementation of the “Peace and Development (PAMANA) Initiatives in Conflict-Affected Areas in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)” project in line with IOM policies, standards and commitments.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Supervise and manage the operational, human resources, administrative and financial functions of the Sub-Office in accordance with the Organization’s regulations and procedures. Execute responsibility for the recruitment and capacity building of local staff. Staff supervision includes management of project staff and consultants in the Area of Responsibility (AoR) of the Cotabato Sub-Office, as well as the Deputy Program Manager, and reporting and liaison staff based in Manila.
2. As Senior Programme Manager (SPM) in charge of the PAMANA project, direct and monitor the implementation and reporting of all activities in the AoR in line with IOM standards and in accordance to the donor/grant agreement’s stipulations.
3. Advise the CoM on the PAMANA process and other peacebuilding initiatives relevant to the ARMM that may synergize with the existing programme.
4. Oversee the field implementation of all IOM programmes (activities and operations) in the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao.
5. Provide technical and expert advice/guidance at all stages of the peacebuilding programme, including providing training and technical assistance, assigning duties, building capacity, giving feedback to staff members and resolving performance issues.
6. Identify gaps, operational challenges and constraints and take action to increase effectiveness and programme success, and to streamline procedures for the Programme and the Sub-Office.
7. Establish, promote and strengthen working relationships with regional and local governmental authorities, international organizations and NGOs, and other stakeholders in peacebuilding and migration governance in the AoR.
8. Undertake duty travel related to programme assessments and guidance, liaison functions, management meetings and/or ensuring the provision of assistance as required.
9. Provide regular and timely updates and reports on AoR operations, programme achievements, challenges, finances, cluster/sector discussions, and donor liaison issues to the CoM and other senior management staff.
10. Ensure compliance to mandatory IOM trainings for all staff, consultants and local partners in the AoR.
11. Ensure compliance with IOM policies and procedures, including implementation of internal control measures to prevent fraud and mismanagement.
12. Maintain oversight of AoR deadlines, narrative (results matrix oriented) and financial reporting requirements in accordance with IOM Rules and Regulations as well as the donor/grant agreements.
13. Take necessary measures, in coordination with the project management team and the Mission’s Protection Unit, in ensuring prevention and proper responses to complaints of fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, and other unethical practices.
14. Ensure field visibility in coordination with the donor/s and relevant units within IOM.
15. Represent IOM on ARMM related security issues and meetings, and liaise with relevant security actors – particularly UNDSS – to ensure that IOM staff are aware of any changes and program staff are cleared for travel in a timely and efficient manner.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Peacebuilding, Political or Social Sciences, International Development, Humanitarian Studies, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.
• Trained on the MGOF, MCOF, transitional justice, reparations and the humanitarian cluster system, a distinct advantage.
• Past training, certification, or self-led (MOOC, etc.) coursework in peace building and community stabilization a distinct advantage.
Experience
• Extensive experience in programme management and implementation of IOM operations in conflict/post-conflict settings;
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multiple activities and to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in staff management including staff evaluations;
• Proven record of establishing and maintaining good working relationships with governmental and diplomatic authorities, national, regional and international institutions as well as civil society actors including the media and private sector;
• Experience in a rapid transition or post-conflict setting with massive displacements and demobilized former combatants and their families; experience in the Philippines especially in the ARMM, preferred;
• Previous sub office management and programme management (on community stabilization)
particularly in a conflict or fragile state setting, a distinct advantage;
• Good oral and written communication and analytical skills, required.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of any ARMM language 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;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization – 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.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 11 September 2017 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-…
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.
Posting period:
From 29.08.2017 to 11.09.2017
Requisition: VN 2017/191 (P) – Head of Sub-Office (P4) – Cotabato, Philippines (55145048) Released
Posting: Posting NC55160961 (55160961) Released *