Senior Livelihoods Program Assistant

IOM is a major actor in post-conflict recovery and reconstruction, and as such is heavily involved in livelihood development and job-creation programming. IOM’s strengths lie in its field presence around the country and operational capacity to rebuild community infrastructure, conduct vocational and other trainings, providing grand funding at local level to support business development and a variety of other areas key to recovery. Under the general guidance of the Head, Transition and Recovery Division, the overall supervision of the EDF Program Coordinator and the direct supervision of the National Operations Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting programs related to livelihoods, including the Enterprise Development Fund (EDF) under the area of responsibility as below

1. Provide support to the Livelihood Programme Associates in all locations where TRD is active in Duhok Governorate during roll-out of livelihood activities, including trainings of staff in preparation for activities and direct support during the various stages of activity implementation.
2. Provide direct support specifically to the implementation of IOM’s Enterprise Development Fund (EDF) in Duhok Governorate, including backstopping for verification process during the lifespan of the EDF grant; support to M&E process during and after the grant process, making recommendations for improving the post-grant oversight and evaluation tools; and, providing feedback and advice on EDF criteria, participating in relevant workshops and review sessions when required. 
3. Provide support during livelihoods assessments including labour market assessments, supply chain and/or value chain mapping, and assessments for IOM’s SME grant-based activities - and assist in identifying business development needs and growth sectors in the geographic areas covered by IOM livelihood activities. 
4. Maintain a high level of understanding of IOM’s livelihood technical portfolio, ensuring participation in and full understanding of any reviews and revisions in SOPs, guidelines, and assessment tools. 
5. Assist in conducting capacity building training on all IOM livelihood activities, including EDF, when necessary, in coordination with the TRD livelihoods technical team.
6. Assist the unit to identify relevant stakeholders and create new opportunities with national or local associations, chambers of commerce / industry, and partners for IOM’s livelihoods programmes.
7. Fulfil responsibilities of SME trainer using IOM-selected methodology, which includes conducting Business Development Service (BDS) training for IOM supported beneficiaries to assist them in a business start-up or to enhancing their business. 
8. Participate in appropriate selection of project beneficiaries by conducting interviews, registering, and profiling applicants using specific agreed criteria. 
9. Support IOM selected beneficiaries by facilitating orientation meetings and/or one-to-one counselling sessions as necessary and support them in the formulation of their business plans. 
10. Travel to project sites on a regular basis to monitor individuals who have received IOM livelihoods assistance, ensure that activities are being carried out in accordance with livelihoods guidelines and provide guidance to the Livelihoods Program Associates to make necessary improvements or changes to livelihoods service delivery.
11. Monitor all distributions of cash grants, tools and equipment for both quality and quantity and support relationship management with vendors in project locations. 
12. Organize and conduct satisfaction and feedback surveys to improve future livelihoods projects. 
13. Monitor achievements in accordance with work plans and report progress to the Livelihoods Team and relevant Team Leader to improve delivery of livelihoods assistance. 
14. Coordinate with field staff and the Information Management (IM) unit to maintain up-to-date and accurate beneficiary data in the IOM Portal. 
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by supervisor. Education

    University degree in social sciences, economics, business management from an accredited academic university or institute. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience

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    • Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in social projects/community stabilization though a gender point and experience with international organization is an advantage.   Skills
      • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to present clear and concise information. 
      • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds, ability to handle confidential matters. 
      • Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Languages

        External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

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

        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.
16. Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.