Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

General Functions:  

With the crisis in Syria in its tenth year, fighting between the government and opposition forces continues to maintain a large regional internal and external displacement crisis. Currently, more than 4.7 million foreign nationals reside in Turkey, including 3.6 million Syrian refugees under Temporary Protection. Turkey is now host to the largest migrant/refugee population in the world, including nationals from Iraq, Afghanistan, Somalia, Iran and Pakistan, among others. The Government of Turkey has set a precedent for refugee response by pursuing a predominantly non-camp approach, with more than 95% of refugees and migrants living within the host community.

In line with the Regional Refugee and Resilience Plan (3RP), IOM has been providing multiservice assistance to Syrians including transportation, cash vouchers, shelter repairs, livelihood support and protection, including support to migrant and community centers, reaching approximately 2 million individuals to date, including vulnerable members of the host community. IOM shelter and CS interventions in Sanliurfa Province are planned to be expanded to include more provinces.

Under the overall supervision by the Senior Programme Coordinator based in Gaziantep, direct administrative supervision by the Head of Field Office in Hatay and technical supervision by the Recovery and Stabilization Officer the incumbent will be responsible the incumbent will be responsible in monitoring and following up on the rehabilitation and construction works following under the community stabilization projects in Sanliurfa and Marden.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. As the focal person of all shelter and CS activities in Sanliurfa, lead the implementation of all related activities by coordinating with the other relevant units of IOM (logistics, procurement, finance, M&E, and PI) to ensure the coherence of logistical, administrative and technical arrangements of all steps and activities of the program components .
2. Coordinate the implementation of required assessments (needs, beneficiary, market assessments) among refugee/migrant and host communities to identify shelter and CS opportunities through field visits and in coordination with the field support staff, to identify vulnerable beneficiaries to be enrolled in suitable Shelter and CS activities through data collecting, filtering, scoring and beneficiary selection based on established project criteria.
3. Coordinate with the IP for the implementation of the shelter and CS project activities in the duty station. Monitor the project activities to ensure IOM standards are maintained.
4. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
5. Draft status reports; identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest corrective measures.
6. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, BoQ and other forms of documentation.
7. Ensure all shelter and CS data, reports and records for Sanliurfa are clearly organized and archived.
8. Supervise shelter and CS on-call field support staff and project assistant by guiding them and building their capacity in order to facilitate the delivery of high-quality outputs.
9. Assist the PM in improving existing tools of the projects and developing new ones when required.
10. Support the PM in identifying partners and creating opportunities for joint action with local authorities, associations, chambers as well as NGOs to scale-up IOM’s shelter and CS Program and assist in creating MoUs for new collaborations.
11. Ensure strong coordination with all the relevant stakeholders (government agencies, local authorities, (I)NGOs, UN agencies, chambers, and private sector actors) in the field of shelter and CS in Sanliurfa. Represent IOM shelter and CS Program in coordination meetings (working group and inter-agency meetings) and meetings with local authorities, governmental officers with regards to shelter and CS related topics in the duty station.
12. Report to the shelter and CS PM and Head of Field Office about projects, provide inputs for reports.
13. Perform such other duties as may be requested.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• University degree in civil engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or
• Completed High School diploma from an accredited academic institution with six years of relevant professional experience.

Experience:

• Proven experience in project management and implementation,
• Proven experience of shelter and community-based approaches or programming,
• Proven team management in humanitarian environments with successful examples of local staff management,
• Understanding of relevant international standards,
• Knowledge in surveys, planning, BoQ and execution of building construction projects is an advantage,
• Experience liaising with Government counterparts and humanitarian partners,
• Knowledge of the Syrian conflict and its impact on the affected populations,
• Working experience in the region is an asset.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Turkish is required.
• Working knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.

Required Competencies    

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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 wherever possible.
• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Other:

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, and security clearances.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

Please be advised that this is a local position and as such only applications from candidates with a valid residence / working permit residing in Turkey will be considered.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application including the most recent CV with a cover letter in English with contact details (name, position, phone and e-mail details) of three references by indicating  name of the position applied with its VN number in the subject line of the e-mail or to IOM Birlik Mahallesi Sehit Kurbani Akboga Sok. No:24  06610, Çankaya, Ankara Turkey by the end of 14 June 2021.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.