Sr. Project Assistant (WATSAN) at International Organization for Migration (IOM): (Deadline 13 February 2023)

Sr. Project Assistant (WATSAN) at International Organization for Migration (IOM): (Deadline 13 February 2023)

        VACANCY NOTICE

Open to Internal and External Candidates

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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

The selected person, under the supervision of Senior Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Regional Programme Manager (SRPM), will support the definition of the WATSAN standards as well as the supervision of the construction companies and liaison with relevant government authorities.  

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Review the work plan and bill of quantity of the planned construction of handwashing facilities and report any inconsistencies to the supervisor.

2. Support the identification and selection of construction companies

3. Monitor the construction works of the handwashing facilities verifying they comply with the design, and the required technical specifications and quality standards.

4. Monitor through field visits the progress and the quality of the construction works.

5. Support to elaborate and file all needed documentation related to the infrastructures and procurement process

6. Coordinate on continuous basis with local authorities, IOM Rwanda team, selected constructor, and national authorities (when assigned by the SRPM)

7. Contribute to regular reporting and coordination meetings.

8. Facilitate and produce minutes of the meetings with the selected constructor, local authorities and between lOM Rwanda and National Focal Persons.

9. Support the IBG unit in any matter related to infrastructure and WATSAN that requires a specific expertise.

10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience 

     Education

• University Degree in civil engineering, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• At least 4 years of work experience with governmental, inter-governmental organisations or Non-Governmental organisations, especially in the field of civil engineering and WATSAN.

• Sound experience in liaising with governmental counterparts in Rwanda.

• Excellent skills across the SAP and CAD construction software.

• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong reporting skills

• Demonstrated understanding of cutting-edge ICT security and data protection  

    Languages

Fluency in English. French, Kinyarwanda and Swahili are an added advantage. 

Required Competencies

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

• Accountability – Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs

• Client Orientation – Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries;
• Continuous Learning – Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
• Communication – Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures;

• Creativity and Initiative – Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems

• Leadership and Negotiation – Presents goals as shared interests;

• Planning and Organizing – Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others;

• Professionalism – Masters subject matter related to responsibilities;

• Teamwork – Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment;

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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

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.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to [email protected] by at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

The subject of your e-mail MUST indicate the reference code, the Position title as well as candidate’s names

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications which should include a completed CV and an application letter (not more than one page)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 31.01.2023 to 13.02.2023