Senior Programme Associate - PDSU

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. 

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

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM) and the direct supervision of the Programme Support & Donor Liaison Officer, the Senior Programme Associate – Programme Development Support Unit (PDSU), will be responsible and accountable for contributing to the identification, design and development of new programmes and projects for the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Libya, including support related to the Benghazi Sub-Office. The role will support needs assessments, data analysis, stakeholder consultations, concept notes and proposals, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and IOM Libya strategic objectives. The Senior Programme Associate – Programme Development Support Unit (PDSU) will also support project cycle management, reporting, donor liaison, programme/resource management functions, knowledge management, compliance documentation and technical support to programme units, including on relevant corporate tools such as Project Information and Management Application (PRIMA) and institutional frameworks such as the Strategic Results Framework (SRF).

1. Support and contribute to the identification, design and development of new programmes and projects, including for the Benghazi Sub-Office, through needs assessments, data analysis, stakeholder consultations and the drafting of concept notes and proposals in accordance with donor priorities and IOM Libya strategic objectives.
2. Support the coordination of project development processes and ensure timely preparation of project reports and related documentation in compliance with IOM standards and donor requirements, in coordination with the Country Office (CO), Regional Office (RO) and Headquarters (HQ), as relevant.
3.  Maintain effective working relationships with donors, government counterparts and partners, and contribute to communication, reporting and follow-up on project revisions, modifications and extensions.
4. Contribute to programme and resource management functions by monitoring budget utilisation, tracking project progress and helping ensure compliance with operational and administrative requirements to support accurate programme implementation records.
5. Provide technical and administrative support to programme units, including capacity building on project development processes, donor requirements and relevant corporate tools such as PRIMA contributing to consistent application of established procedures.
6. Support the integration of institutional frameworks, including the SRF, in project development, monitoring and reporting processes for alignment with organisational requirements.
7. Support Knowledge Management (KM), documentation and compliance processes, by maintaining project records, compiling due diligence and risk management documentation, and drafting briefing materials, reports and visibility products contributing to accurate programme information and institutional records.
8. Undertake duty travel, as required, to provide programme development and coordination support consistent with operational requirements.
9. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.

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