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Field Coordinator at IOM in South sudan

Under the direct supervision of the Operations Coordinator in Juba the Field Coordinator will
be accountable and responsible for ensuring the overall effective management of IOM
operations in Warrap state and contributing to the programme implementation planning and
development, monitoring and evaluation of IOM activities.
Core functions/ responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain close liaison with local authorities (including the Sudan Relief
and Rehabilitation Commission), assistance actors (including NGO's and UN
Agencies), and with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
2. Assist in monitoring, assessing and evaluation of project/ programme activities/
implementation as well as reporting.
3. Contribute to the planning and development of projects/ programmes.
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4. Provide support for field assessment and emergency response including WASH,
medical, shelters, Non-Food Items (NFIs). Coordinate NFI response on the ground
5. Act as NFI and emergency shelter local focal point.
6. Monitor the set-up of a field office.
7. Ensure proper management of the office and maintenance of the IOM properties,
infrastructures and assets.
8. Ensure updated inventory of assets, and stock in coordination with relevant
departments.
9. Supervise procurement and logistics services; including contracts with suppliers of
goods and services.
10. Support Onward Transportation Assistance team for local movements.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Competencies
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively
with all clients and stakeholders; works with internal and external stakeholders to meet
resource needs of IOM; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d)
takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work,
anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject
matter; g) displays awareness of relevant); h) contributes to a collegial and respectful
team/ working environment; i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, concerns
and promotes equal gender participation.
Technical
a) works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments; b) supports
adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and
other emergency response actors; c) establishes and maintains effective relationships
with implementing partners; d) makes correct decisions rapidly based on available
information.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution
preferrably in Political/ Social Sciences, International Relations, or an equivalent
combination of field-based training and experience; b) three years of experience (or five
years experience for candidates with 1st level university degree) in project implementation/
management; two years of which in emergency environments; c) experience in office
management and logistics; d) understanding of complex social political environments; e)
familiarity with financial and business administration; experience in liaising with national and

international institutions; f) previous experiences with IOM and with UN specialized
agencies an advantage.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Working knowledge of Arabic and/or local languages
an advantage.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply and send their detailed curriculum vitae to
pstenson@iom.int by 30 October 201
 

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