National Programme Officer

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 candidates are considered first-tier candidates.    Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Community Resilience) in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia and the direct supervision of the Project Officer (Community Resilience) in Pohnpei, the successful candidate will assist in implementing programme activities, coordinating with local stakeholders,  developing programme Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials tailored to the local context, facilitating community events and trainings, and overseeing community mitigation projects in the areas of food security, WASH, and emergency shelter throughout FSM.
 

1. Assist the Project Officer in the coordination, implementation, monitoring, and timely reporting of programme activities and deliverables to ensure smooth project implementation and close adherence to the programme’s workplan.
2. Ensure the correct and timely completion of required administrative forms by programme assistants in a timely manner in order to facilitate the implementation of programme activities in accordance with the programme’s workplan. 
3. Liaise and coordinate with government counterparts, community leaders, and partner organizations in order to support IOM’s DRR-related activities in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM); assist in navigating socio-political factors, leveraging our relationships with partners and community for enhanced public perceptions of IOM/IOM Programming, and to simultaneously contribute to minimizing potential risks that could cause operational delays. 
4. Ensure the collection of documents, verify the completion and authenticity of documents, data and other inputs, to the extent possible. Documentation may include but is not limited to attendance sheets, photo documentation, logbooks, geographical information for the design and implementation of community-based disaster risk management activities, including mitigation projects and emergency communication protocols. 
5. Plan, organize, and conduct workshops, trainings, and/or focus group discussions during community engagements in order to exchange and deliver information on hazards and DRR mitigation recommendations, demonstrate locally contextualized concepts in line with programme training materials and facilitate group conversations. 
6. Assist in producing public information on hazards, emergency preparedness and DRR mitigation strategies by ensuring the correct translation of text into the Micronesian language in order to increase public awareness on DRR and promote action at the local level. Further, the National Programme Officer shall ensure all public information has been coordinated with and approved by the Programme Manager before public release or use in programme activities. 
7. Ensure the appropriate branding of key products and events with IOM and donor logos in order to increase awareness of programs implemented by IOM and funded by the donor. 
8. Monitor hazards and provide support for potential emergency response activities under the guidance of the Programme Manager. 
9. Assist in the IOM Program Development process to grow IOM’s ability to continue supporting the FSM with Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Risk Reduction initiatives. 
10. Strictly comply to IOM’s policies and procedures including prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse and promotion of a respectful work environment. 
11. Travel at the request of the supervisor and approval of the CoM. 
12. Perform other duties as assigned.  Education
    • Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, liberal arts, public administration/policy, public health or crisis management or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.  Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
      • Experience in the field of disaster risk reduction (DRR) and emergency management. 
      • Experience in communication, coordination, facilitating meetings, and community outreach. 
      • Experience with public information, education, or training is advantageous. 
      • Experience in implementing small scale projects and/or experience in construction trades. 
      • Experience in data collection and knowledge of spreadsheet and data analysis. 
      • Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc). 
      • Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is advantageous.  Skills
        • Effective time management and the ability to complete work within strict deadlines. 
        • Proficient use of MS Office and/or other office applications. 
        • Construction-trade skills such as basic carpentry or plumbing are advantageous. 
        • Ability to effectively facilitate meetings, trainings, and community activities. 
        • Ability to produce well written and concise reports. 
        • Strong intrapersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly. 
        • Knowledge of traditional customs.  Languages

          For all applicants, fluency in English and Pohnpeian is required (oral and written). 

          📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐

          ⚠️ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

          Working knowledge in other Micronesia language/s.

          IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   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.
      • 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.
13. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.