Senior Project Associate-Health (EPHI)-Affiliated Contractor-Addis Ababa-Required 1 positionnew

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

Ethiopia has one of the most complex human mobility environments in the world, with factors ranging from conflict, drought, environmental degradation, damage to basic services and infrastructure, to changing livelihood strategies in an evolving political and economic milieu where poverty, and progressive depletion of coping mechanisms available to the displaced and host communities exist in large portions of the country, often leading to more displacements. Health, Nutrition and MHPSS program in Ethiopia supports the vulnerable populations to cope with these situations by providing essential health and MHPSS services including medical consultations, nutrition, maternal and child health, health promotion and referrals to tertiary health facilities. The program has over 25 health facilities supported in Tigray, Amhara, South Ethiopia, Oromia, Dire Dawa, Benshangul Gumuz, and Somali regions working collaboratively with the Ethiopian Public Health Institute. These activities are integrated with MHPSS program to ensure wholistic approach to patient care. In addition, it supports the governments through health system strengthening activities. 

This is the position be required to support IOM Health and MHPSS Team towards the successful implementation of IOM Health, & MHPSS related projects in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. In addition, support the deputy director office at the EPHI. 

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Officer-Emergency Health and MHPSS, and the direct supervision Senior Project Associate, Health, Addis Ababa, the incumbent will be responsible for the supporting program activities in Addis Ababa.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities in close collaboration with EPHI in line with IOM objectives. 

2. Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration at IOM and EPHI. 

3. Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with EPHI units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions. 

4. Draft status reports; identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures. 

5. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation.

6. Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; prepare training materials and participate in the delivering of capacity building workshops.

7. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.

8. Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project. 

9. Provide inputs for the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP) and concept papers and provide general support for the development of new projects. 

10. Provides guidance/training and assist in coordinating and monitoring work of other staff at IOM and EPHI.

11. Participate in meetings and conferences related to migrant health; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.

12. Support the strengthening of IOM Ethiopia’s migration health programming and activities, including by contributing to project development and by identifying and address gaps in coordination with EPHI.

13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University Degree with at least four years of relevant working experience. 

• Secondary School Diploma with at least six years of relevant working experience.

Experience

• Experience working with Ethiopian Public Health institute

• Experience in managing large dynamic teams, with a customer service, IT or administrative background; 

• Knowledge of data management principles;

• Certificate in IT/Data entry is an advantage;

• Knowledge of customer care;

• High computer literacy in Windows and MS Office is mandatory, knowledge of web page design would be an asset;

• In-depth use of MS office applications, data collection and manipulation;

• Knowledge of medical terminology, as well as previous secretarial and archival experience, an added advantage; and,

• Previous working experience with NGOs or international organizations is an added advantage.

Skills

• At least an intermediate level of MS office skills;

• Effective managerial and leadership skills in the provision of data entry and customer care;

• Analytical skills;

• Excellent communication skills;

• Fast and accurate typing.

Languages

REQUIRED

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish). For all applicants, fluency in English & Amharic is required (oral and written).

 

DESIRABLE

Other Ethiopian languages incl. Afaan Oromoo and Tigrigna. 

 

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

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 five 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.

• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

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, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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

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