Sri Lanka: Head of Reparations and Reconciliation Unit

Position Title : Head of Reparations and Reconciliation Unit

Duty Station : Colombo, Sri Lanka

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 29 March 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Mauritania, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, United Republic of Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

3. External female candidates.

Context:

Under direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Colombo, Sri Lanka and technical guidance of the Head of Land, Property and Reparations Division (LPR) in Headquarters (HQs) and in close coordination with the Regional Office for Asia-Pacific (ROAP), the successful candidate will be in charge of the Reparations & Reconciliation Unit’s (RRU) programme portfolio, and will ensure continuous policy, technical and operational support to the overall peace-building process in Sri Lanka. At the request of the Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) or ROAP and in agreement with the CoM, s/he may also provide expert advice to other Country Offices in need for expertise on land, property and reparations, on an ad-hoc basis and without prejudice to Donor’s obligations and/or expectations.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Project Level

1. Overall management of the “Promoting Reconciliation in Sri Lanka through Technical Assistance on Reparations” (PRSLTAR), including direct provision of strategic guidance on reparations policy, legislation, institutional setup and implementation to the Secretariat for Coordination of Reconciliation Mechanisms (SCRM) and the Reparations Office.

2. Ensure development and implementation of adequate assessment and mapping tools to identify and analyze the key needs and capacity parameters necessary for design and implementation of fair and efficient reparations programme in Sri Lanka.

3. Ensure development and implementation of tailored training modules, trainings, standard operating procedures, outreach strategy and other tools needed for timely and effective implementation of reparations.

4. Train, guide and supervise national and international staff working on the PRSLTAR project.

5. Develop Terms of Reference for consultants and manage their work and deliverables.

6. Monitor and supervise the daily operations and conduct field visits.

7. Represent IOM in government, UN and other meetings of importance to the project.

8. Ensure appropriate visibility of the overall reparations programme and the IOM role in it.

9. Ensure timely and appropriate internal and external reporting.

Programme

1. Overall management of the projects and initiatives under the IOM Sri Lanka’s RRU, including transitional justice and reparations programmes, durable solutions for conflict induced Internally Displaced Population (IDP)s and refugees, national reconciliation, peacebuilding and social cohesion initiatives.

2. Design and conduct assessments, studies and develop analytical tools to identify needs and opportunities for IOM support to the reconciliation and social cohesion in the country.

3. Development of strategic frameworks, programmes and projects to enhance the government capacity and support communities.

4. Coordination of RRU programme with other UN Agencies and partners on joint initiatives.

5. Training, guidance and supervision of national and international staff, and consultants working for the RRU.

Policy & Liaison

1. Provide policy and expert advice and technical assistance to Govt. of Sri Lanka on all aspects of the reparations mechanism and related matters.

2. Act as the main IOM interlocutor for relevant Government bodies such as the SCRM, Office for National Unity and Reconciliation (ONUR), the working group on reparations and other Government bodies at central and local level involved in the national reconciliation and social cohesion efforts.

3. Serve as main focal point for engagement with UN and other partners on matters such as peacebuilding and reconciliation.

4. Represent IOM in relevant working groups, meetings and conferences at national and regional level.

5. Liaising with the Government to define modalities for collaboration and with donor community on fundraising for IOM projects and initiatives.

6. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience in the thematic area;

• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;

• Knowledge of the region is an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of any local languages is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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.

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 security clearances.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 29 March 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 16.03.2017 to 29.03.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/72 (P) - Head of Reparations&ReconciliationUnit(P4)-Colombo,Sri Lanka

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