Position Title : Programme Coordinator
Duty Station : Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 11 January 2024
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 work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo
(the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See;
Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar;
Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru;
Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Solomon Islands; Suriname;
The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Chief of
Mission (CoM) in Bangladesh, and the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief of MissionEmergencies (DCoM- Emergencies) based in Cox’s Bazar Sub-Office, Bangladesh, the
Programme Coordinator will be responsible and accountable for providing managerial support
and coordination in project development, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), policy,
communications and reporting for all IOM programmes under the emergency response in Cox’s
Bazar Sub-Office, Bangladesh. In addition, the Programme Coordinator will coordinate with,
advise, and provide support to donor relations in coordination with the Mission Support Unit of
Bangladesh Country Office (CO).
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
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Programme Monitoring and Evaluation
1. Analyze trends, issues, and progress of all programme implementation under the emergency
response in Cox’s Bazar Sub-Office.
2. Coordinate and manage the development and implementation of comprehensive and realistic
monitoring and evaluation plans and strategies. Supervise the M&E Team in the Sub-Office to
identify in advance and inform the implementation challenges, formulate solutions, and ensure
timely delivery of activities and services within the designated timeframe.
3. Liaise with the Grants Management Team to track and control of grant agreements and to
better support activities undertaken by IOM’s Implementing Partners.
Programme Development and Donor Liaison
4. Coordinate with Programme Coordinators/units as well with the Programme Support Unit to
support the conceptualisation and development of projects, drafting of donor proposals and
regular progress reports for further submission to donors, Regional Office (RO) and
Headquarters (HQ).
5. Oversee compliance of all project development and reporting with the approval and
endorsement processes and quality standards in accordance with the IOM Project Handbook,
M&E Guidelines, IOM’s Project Information and Management Application (PRIMA), and other
polices and regulations.
6. Act as a donor relations Focal Point in Cox’s Bazar and respond to inquiries from HQ and the
network of IOM ROs on the emergency response.
Sub-Office Support
7. Participate at inter-agency meetings as well as any other relevant meetings in relation to the
emergency response in coordination with Programme Managers, as requested by the Deputy
Chief of Mission (Emergencies)
8. Ensure adequate follow-up with CO’s units in support of the IOM’s strategic input and key
decisions to the emergency response.
9. Prepare policy briefings in relation to the CO’s Senior Management’s liaison functions with the
Government of Bangladesh, senior partners, visiting delegations and donors, liaising with
respective Programme Managers for related organizational events and partner United Nations
Country Team (UNCT) organizations.
Communications
10. Oversee the Media and Communications activities and ensure the availability of adequate
resources to respond to the respective needs of Rohingya operations and that media/
communication outputs are delivered on a timely basis and with the required quality level and in
line with the IOM branding and visibility guidelines, as well as IOM’s contractual obligations to
donors.
11. Plan and manage outreach activities (internal and external communications) to support the
CO in its emergency response in Cox’s Bazaar.
12. Supervise the development of project specific Communication and Visibility Plans and
production of visibility/communications materials, in close coordination with DCoM and Project
Managers.
13. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
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Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, and/or International
Relations or Law from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional
experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Experience in communications is desirable.
Experience
• Program Support or Program Development experience with proficiency in IOM systems, rules
and regulations, as well as complementary experience in Development fields and Humanitarian
Operations;
• Experience and/or familiarity with PRIMA will be a distinct advantage;
• Experience to work with Government and Donors; and,
• Experience in communications is desirable.
Skills
• Excellent reporting and writing skills;
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage staff at an operational level in humanitarian
emergencies;
• Excellent knowledge of the IOM project management cycle;
• Good knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely in English;
• Strong computer skills; and,
• Proven high-level representation skills, such as speaking at meetings and providing situational
analysis.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another
official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) and Bangla is an
advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes
1
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
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.
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• 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 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 actions 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
leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best
and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and
communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period
of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security
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clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late
applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 11 January 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 29.12.2023 to 11.01.2024
No Fees:
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.
Requisition: SVN 2023 436 Programme Coordinator (P3) Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh (58569258) Released
Posting: Posting NC58569259 (58569259) Released

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