Programme Support Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) was established in 1951 and is a Related Organization of the United Nations. It is the leading UN agency in the field of migration, working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM's mission is to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, saving lives and protecting people on the move. The organization 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. The organization operates in numerous countries and employs a diverse workforce, emphasizing the importance of diversity and inclusion in its recruitment processes.

Job Overview:
The Programme coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Support Coordinator will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating the program development, administrative, and financial aspects of project management and implementation for the IOM Iraq Mission. This position requires close collaboration with various divisions, including media and communication, Monitoring & Evaluation Learning (MEAL), finance, administration, logistics, procurement, and human resources. The coordinator will serve as the focal point for designing and developing new programs/projects, analyzing data and outcomes on program implementation, and preparing regular implementation and progress reports. The role also involves maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all projects and programs implemented by IOM Iraq, identifying new project opportunities, and participating in the preparation of project proposals and budgets. The coordinator will lead the preparation and organization of donor visits and assess program implementation and progress, including tracking project budget expenditures. Additionally, the coordinator will supervise and coordinate the work of the Programme Support team, guiding and training team members while overseeing all administrative and performance matters within the team.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Support Coordinator include:

• Serving as the focal point for the design and development of new programs/projects in coordination with Senior Technical Coordinators.
• Analyzing and assessing data and outcomes on program implementation and indicators, and coordinating the preparation of regular implementation and progress reports.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all projects and programs implemented by IOM Iraq.
• Identifying new project opportunities and participating in the preparation of project proposals and budgets.
• Leading the preparation and organization of donor visits in coordination with Heads of Units and technical teams.
• Assessing program implementation and progress, including tracking project budget expenditures and preparing relevant reports.
• Overseeing the preparation and submission of payment requests, ensuring documentation meets program requirements and donor agreements.
• Supervising and coordinating the work of the Programme Support team, emphasizing capacity building and development of new team members.
• Undertaking field visits to project sites and providing ad-hoc support to field activities as required. 1
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Programme Support Coordinator position include:

• A Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or a University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
• Previous experience working in an international organization and knowledge of the UN is essential.
• Experience in project development, project management, reporting, and monitoring & evaluation.
• Experience preparing reports, budgets, statistics, and coordinating administrative activities.
• Experience liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with international institutions.
• Previous experience with foreign government funding mechanisms is essential.
• Experience in finance, administration, logistics, procurement, and human resources, with a substantial focus on efficient and on-time management of projects.
• Previous work experience in an emergency mission is an advantage.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution. Alternatively, a University degree in the aforementioned fields with seven years of relevant professional experience is acceptable. Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience if they hold a Master’s degree, or seven years if they hold a University degree. Experience in an international organization and knowledge of the UN system is essential. Candidates should also have experience in project development, management, reporting, and monitoring & evaluation, as well as experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position, both oral and written. A working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is considered an advantage. Proficiency in the required languages will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Additional Notes:
The position is internationally recruited, and candidates are required to be mobile. The appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security checks, as well as any residency or visa requirements. The selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations, and recommended candidates will remain eligible for appointment in a similar position for a period of 24 months. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, and discrimination. IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process and only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM WAVE system.