Responsibilities


Provide technical and operational support for the design, execution, and scaling of renewable energy solutions, with a focus on solar-powered minigrids, decentralized energy systems, and sustainable electrification models for projects under the Environmental Peacebuilding program.
Oversee the full implementation of minigrids and off-grid energy solutions, ensuring... compliance with technical standards, climate resilience principles, and socio-economic integration in fragile and newly recovered areas.
Facilitate the procurement, installation, and commissioning of energy infrastructure, ensuring adherence to sustainability and conflict-sensitive programming.
Conduct monitoring, evaluation, and performance assessments of solar minigrids, solar irrigation systems, and agro-processing solutions, identifying opportunities for optimization and scale-up.
Lead capacity-building programs on minigrid operations, maintenance, and sustainability, targeting local authorities, community-based organizations, and women-led cooperatives.
Develop technical training materials and facilitate workshops on renewable energy adoption, grid management, and productive uses of electricity in climate-resilient livelihoods.
Maintain close and effective collaboration and liaison with relevant stakeholders such as Government entities, national authorities, donors, development partners, United Nations agencies, energy regulators, and civil society to facilitate the success of the project.
Coordinate with UN agencies, energy regulators, development banks, and technical institutions to enhance knowledge-sharing and leverage co-financing for sustainable livelihood and energy programs.
Provide technical information and guidance to relevant Government authorities, donors and other stakeholders and participate in learning events, workshops and meetings to help expand the portfolio.
Support the development of concept notes, funding proposals, and technical reports to expand renewable energy and green economy interventions within IOM’s Environmental Peacebuilding and Community Stabilization programming.
Conduct energy market assessments, feasibility studies, and socio-economic impact evaluations to inform the design of energy solutions tailored to local needs.
Ensure information management systems on programme related activities are maintained and updated.
Ensure that energy interventions are integrated into stabilization, peacebuilding, and durable solutions frameworks, addressing resource competition and conflict risks.
Provide technical inputs to national energy policy discussions, advocating for the expansion of decentralized energy solutions as a pathway to stabilization, resilience, and post-conflict recovery.
Perform other such duties as may be assigned.


Qualifications

Education


Master’s degree in Energy Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.


Experience


Experience in project management, implementation, development or support, with good knowledge of IOM/UN programme/project life cycles;
Previous experience as an environmental/energy engineer;
Previous experience coordinating with renewable energy companies;
Previous work experience in coordinating with local and state government authorities and civil society organizations;
Skill and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and,
Experience working in East and Horn of Africa an advantage. more

Responsibilities


Provide technical, logistical and process related support for the implementation of the “Forging a Greener Peace in the Hirshabelle State of Somalia” project and other Environmental Peacebuilding projects as tasked, including monitoring and following up on its budgetary, administrative and reporting aspects, in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as donor... requirements, agreed timelines and deliverables.
Supervise relevant staff assigned to project activities and monitor the work of consultants, implementing partners and service providers recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities.
Maintain close and effective collaboration and liaison with relevant stakeholders such as Government entities, national authorities, donors, development partners, United Nations agencies, and civil society to facilitate the success of the project.
Draft and/or produce progress and other reports and ensure proper information exchange on the operational aspects of the project or programmes between IOM, the programmes’ donors and other stakeholders.
Research and document donors’ priorities and strategies, recommend possible follow up initiatives, monitor new programme development processes in Somalia and draft project proposals.
Extract specific and environmental peacebuilding related lessons learned and best practices on tackling the climate-conflict nexus, including through monitoring, evaluation and observations of the Forging a Greener Peace project and other Environmental Peacebuilding projects as tasked, to help expand the Environmental Peacebuilding portfolio’s knowledge, skill set and advocacy ability on the topic.
Lead the development and implementation of the environmental peacebuilding portfolio’s Climate Resilience and Peacebuilding Hubs, building seed networks across program target locations.
Drive advocacy efforts for seed saving, engaging local communities, stakeholders, and policymakers.
Provide technical information and guidance to relevant Government authorities, donors and other stakeholders and participate in learning events, workshops and meetings to help expand the portfolio.
Assist in conducting contextual analysis to help identify potential activities to be implemented as part of the Forging a Greener Peace project, and other Environmental Peacebuilding Projects in line with IOM mandate and the priorities established by the Government and partners in Jowhar and other relevant locations.
Coordinate closely with IOM and external partners working primarily in Jowhar and other relevant locations participate in relevant working groups and meetings to support the relevant, sustainable and impactful activities of the Forging a Greener Peace project and other Environmental Peacebuilding projects as tasked.
Ensure information management systems on programme related activities are maintained and updated.
Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees and technical working groups, UN working groups and activities to facilitate the mainstreaming of Environmental Peacebuilding related issues into the UN Cooperation Framework for Somalia, and to facilitate proper coordination and presentation of IOM Environmental Peacebuilding activities.
Performed such other duties as may be assigned.


Qualifications

Education


Master’s degree in International Relations, International Development, Environmental Studies, Security Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, Law, Migration Studies, Public Policy/Administration, Political or Social Sciences or a related field from accredited academic institutions with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.


Experience


Experience in project management, implementation, development or support, with good knowledge of IOM/UN programme/project life cycles;
Experience coordinating various project activities;
Experience in liaising with government authorities and other national/international institutions;
Experience in thematic environmental peacebuilding programming;
Experience with UN and International Agencies, international or local NGO’s is preferred;
Work experience in the Region is an advantage;
Knowledge of the role of environmental initiatives in conflict resolution, seed saving initiatives, and peacebuilding, with experience in integrating these elements into ecological projects;
Knowledge of the socio-political context of Somalia and experience working in similar environments is an advantage; and,
Knowledge and experience in working with PRIMA is an advantage. more

Responsibilities


Manage the overall implementation of the Project, including the oversight of the financial, administrative and technical aspects, in line with IOM’s policies and procedures, as well as donor requirements.
Provide operational management, guidance, and technical supervision to the assigned project field staff, assisting on programmatic strategy and implementation. Oversee... the project progress specifically aimed at increasing effectiveness and recommending appropriate action.
Monitor the progress against Project’s strategic objectives, benchmarks, and provide advice with respect to improvements and corrections; oversee the establishment of a common Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Framework that incorporates regular reporting requirements and impact evaluation strategies, in close coordination with M&E Officer in the Country Office.
Identify priority areas for project development and contribute to the development of new projects by selecting and summarizing background information, analysing the local context and segments for new project proposals.
Supervise the staff assigned to the project, as well as Consultants/ Implementing Partners (IPs) recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities. Plan, develop, organize and deliver capacity building activities to build capacity of staff, partners, government officials, and other humanitarian actors. 
Monitor and oversee the compliance with project partners, project staff and implementing entities. Liaise with Government entities, Implementing Partners (IP), United Nations (UN) agencies and other stakeholders in the Project.
Oversee the coordination with other units in  the Country Office for a smooth implementation of all project activities. 
Ensure adequate information management on project related activities including visibility by providing regular updates, summaries, press releases and other relevant materials, in coordination with the donor and relevant unit at HQ.
Produce quality progress Financial, Narrative, and other reports related to the Project activities. Oversee the elaboration and dissemination of reports for donors, government and other relevant stakeholders by ensuring timely submission and compliance with donor and IOM requirements.
Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees and technical working groups, as well as other forums; ensure the coordination and presentation of IOM activities.
Represent the Country Office at the relevant UN working groups and activities to encourage the mainstreaming of migration related issues into United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAF).
Undertake duty travel as required to oversee, monitor and support the project implementation. 
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.


Qualifications

Education


Master's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field 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


Experience in programme conceptualisation, development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation; 
Experience in project development and capacity-building activities;
Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;
Familiarity with financial and business administration;
Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country and in the Region; 
Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders;
In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and, 
Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming. more

Responsibilities


Draft project work plans, timeframe of implementation, and budget allocation for each activity.
Support planning and coordinate timely implementation of the planned activities. Provide technical inputs and procedural guidance, coordinate the work of Programme Assistants, and/or monitor and assist Consultants who may be recruited for the specific deliverables.
Assist the... planning and execution of procurement for the project in close coordination with IBG Programme Assistant and Common Office Services (COS), adhering to the IOM procurement procedures and processes, as well as requirements for clear documentation. Facilitate timely communication and consultation with the Somali authorities and vendors at the field level.
Liaise with the Somali authorities to clarify project implementation and relevant IOM project procedures and processes. Organise and attend periodical meetings with the Department of Immigration on progress of the project, implementation or other issues and challenges, if any, as well as to discuss corrective measures to be taken by the authority or IOM.
Provide project management support and assist with capacity building trainings, in coordination with technical experts, such as: Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS) users training and installation, passport examination, investigation techniques, records management and data protection, migration terminology and concepts of Humanitarian Border Management.
Research ways to expand collaboration with relevant governmental entities, partners, and donors.
Coordinate the drafting, processing, endorsement and submissions of IBG project proposals, donor reports, partner agreements (Service Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding, Letter of Agreement, and other types of contracts) and other relevant documents, in line with specific internal IOM requirements and procedures.
Attend donor meetings, briefings and conferences as well as liaise with donors, governmental partners, project partners, think tanks policy centres at the international and national level.
Contribute to IBG fundraising efforts: compile and analyse information on donor policies and priorities for Somalia and suggest new funding opportunities and proactive approaches to donors.
In coordination with Programme Manager and in close cooperation with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) unit, observe IBG projects compliance with the objectives set in project documents and budgets, M&E frameworks and work plans, and check for overall compliance with donors’ contractual requirements, interests, and expectations.
Contribute technical inputs for the development and maintenance of a communication strategy, tools, and systems for the unit, in close co-ordination with the Programme Manager and Public Information Unit (PIU). Check that internal and external reporting and communication materials adhere to IOM communication policy, IOM data protection policy, as well as the visibility guidelines of the donor governments. Compile and analyse relevant information on migration using data reports from MIDAS on issues and trends in Somalia affected by an influx of mixed migration flow.
Undertake duty travels within Somalia related to programme activities including assessments, liaison with partners and counterparts, cross border meetings and workshops, etc. as required.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.


Qualifications


Education
Master’s degree in Political, Social Science, Business Administration, International Relations, Law, Labour Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.


Experience


Experience in project management, implementation, and monitoring programme activities;
Proven experience in general fundraising, writing project proposals and reports;
Experience in project development, including clarifying baseline, strategic project designing, drafting a proposal and budgeting;
Experience in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with IOM Offices, governmental, diplomatic authorities, UN agencies, and civil society;
Proven experience and knowledge on Border and Migration Governance, Border, and migration management;
Proven experience in matters related to border controls and Transnational Organized crime; and,
Experience working in East and Horn of Africa region is an advantage. more

Core Functions / Responsibilities:


Participate in the planning, design, implementation and maintenance of an Information Management System for EPC operations that consolidates all information under EPC units for emergency as well as preparedness related interventions linking it to projects and related indicators for donor reporting.
Contribute to the development and implementation of a... system of data collection, storage, backup, data validation and security procedures to assure data integrity and availability, including presentation of data linking it to the needs and responses.
Provide technical and process related inputs for the development of common tools for information sharing during a response to help guide informed decision making.
Participate in the identification, development, implementation, and provision of support for technology solutions for Information Technology (IT)/database related support in EPC in line with ITC policies and standards.
Coordinate the development and enhancement of the integrated methodology for data collection and information packaging as required by various programs in EPC.
Participate in the design of other databases and auxiliary systems for existing or new programmes and projects in IOM, as required.
In close coordination with ITC, undertake the maintenance of networks, servers related to the requirement of Information Management Systems.
Design and implement mobile data collection applications (BRaVE) for use in the various IOM programs currently implemented.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.


Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education


Master’s degree in Computer Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution preferably with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.


Experience


Experience in development using two or more of the following tools: Access, Visual Basic, Java, ASP, C#, SQL or Oracle and programming for mobile platforms (Android, Blackberry, windows, etc.);
Experience in the implementation of population database systems (such as registrations, census or surveys), with Windows Server software (NT/2000) in a multi-site environment,
TCP/IP, MS Office, data analysis with Excel, Antivirus software and IT utilities; and,
Experience working in emergency and crisis context. more

Core Functions / Responsibilities:


Assist the Ombudsperson and OOM globally with the substantive, administrative, and logistical management of the Respectful Workplace Focal Point (RWFP) network.
Contribute to the informal resources available to all IOM staff worldwide by ensuring that personnel have easy and early access to informal resources and all eligible offices have RWFPs.
Work... with OOM Conflict Resolution Officers (CROs) in the regions, Deputy Ombudsperson and Ombudsperson to coordinate and conduct RWFP nomination processes in line with OOM nomination protocol and in coordination with the administrative heads of relevant country and regional offices. Train nominated colleagues to an effective standard to meet their RWFP responsibilities, and ensure ongoing support to the network at individual, regional and global levels.
Ensure compliance with RWFP ToR and Consultation Protocol and OOM’s ethical standards.
Ensure the network is organized, efficient, visible, accessible, competent, high-quality, coordinated, effective, and impactful.
Conduct necessary monitoring and evaluation activities, including establishing effective measurements and key-performance indicators for gathering data on outputs, outcomes, and impact.
Ensure appropriate guidelines are established and updated to inform and guide management with regard to RWFP roles, processes and best practices in collaboration with other CROs and OOM leadership.
In coordination with the Ombudsperson, liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders and participate actively in relevant UN working groups.
Develop training programmes and coordinate with RWFP network in the dissemination of said programmes to promote a respectful workplace worldwide.
Raise awareness of respectful behaviors at IOM through the network with regular network communications, updated presentations to staff and management, and regular reports on network activities.
Perform other duties as may be as assigned.


Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education


Master’s degree in Behavioural Sciences, Conflict Resolution, Law, Social Sciences or Human Resources or a related field 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


Experience in project management and coordination, including administration, logistics, procurement, and finance;
Experience in identifying channels of support and triaging;
Experience in development, coordination, and delivery of trainings;
Experience in coordinating and/or managing volunteers;
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting;
Experience working with or in field or regional operations;
Experience in communicating and explaining information about policies and rules, and about the context of a concern; and,
Experience helping staff to communicate during conflict situations, and assisting them to evaluate the pros and cons of all the choices for the issues at hand more

Responsibilities and Accountabilities


Provide procedural guidance to supervise and train other finance and admin support staff.
Manage financial resources through monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc., in accordance with IOM rules and regulations.
Provide guidance and assistance to country offices and sub-regional HAP offices on financial and administrative... procedures of GHAP and other Health Assessment programmes. 
Conduct reviews and evaluate annual budget requests and budget revisions submitted by country offices to ensure compliance with the budgeting requirements. Provide budget analysis and coordinate the findings and recommendations and follow up with country offices until submission has been finalized.
Perform evaluation of country offices’ financial performance on a monthly or quarterly basis to monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Conduct yearly monitoring and review of medical assets, commitments, start-up costs, capacity building, GHAP fees, and triangulation of FTE across Health Assessment programmes.
Consolidate data into financial statements and produce regular financial monitoring reports to assist in monitoring expenditures to ensure budget consumption remains within authorized levels.
Analyse past trends and current financial data to provide regular and ad hoc financial information to support informed financial decision making.
Assist in monitoring that bank reconciliations for IOM accounts are regularly performed and reviewed by designated stakeholders.
Perform validation of salary projectization of MHD Regional staff by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.
Verification of payments in the system are made based on proper authorizations and supported by legitimate and sufficient documentation for Telerad transactions.
Provide assistance responding to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
Review the status and monitor the proper maintenance of Vendor Accounts in accounting system.
Provide yearly webinar or face-to-face trainings regarding the budget preparation and financial performance reviews.
Enhance reporting templates and assist in the preparation of standard operating procedures (SOP), work instruction manuals, and invoicing procedures within the assigned work areas;
Perform other related duties as required.


Qualifications

Education


Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or, 
High School diploma with six years of relevant professional experience. more

Responsibilities


Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive... liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation.
Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions;
Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned


Qualifications

Education


Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
School diploma with five years of relevant experience. more

Expected Activities to be carried out under this assignment  ?

Conduct desk review of IOM and external materials, including IOM’s Financial Literacy and Remittance Management modules; and other financial literacy modules that can be included in the curriculum


Convene consultations with key government counterparts and other  partners including civil society to understand the informational... gaps and needs of migrant workers (aspirant migrants, returnees, migrants’ families) on existing financial literacy materials as well as recommended delivery modalities.
Tailor-make  a Financial Literacy curriculum, and develop a ToT Manual and IEC materials (digital remittance booklet) for distribution at the community level
Deliver in person TOT sessions for selected counties to relevant  partners, civil society partners, migrant/community leaders and Government agencies as relevant, specifically to strengthen the financial literacy components of existing PDO programmes.
Deliver community engagement sessions cascaded through workshops for local communities and female-led households in the communities to create awareness on digital financial services and the benefits of using these services for remittance transfers.


 Tangible and measurable output of the work assignment:


An inception report outlining a detailed workplan which includes activity timeline and a draft outline of the financial literacy curriculum and TOT manual based on desk reviews.
A financial literacy curriculum and TOT manual after consultation with IOM and civil society and relevant government partners.
1 finalized training packa ge and materials (including financial curriculum, manual for trainers copyedited and in line with the IOM House Style manual and IOM Spelling List). 
1 Developed accessible Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials based on the Digital Remittance Booklet in local language (English & Swahili) for dissemination at local level, including brochures and online content
Two in person TOT sessions (30 pax (15 for each ToT)) for IOM’s implementing partners, civil society partners, migrant/ community leaders, and government stakeholders as relevant.
2 community led workshops held at local level on the financial literacy  modules and cascading of the IEC materials (25 pax for each meeting -      total 50pax)


Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Performance indicators for evaluation of results (value of services rendered in relation to their cost:


 Satisfactory completion of tasks indicated
 Timely delivery of outlines
 Compliance with IOM house style guidelines
 Delivery of any other tasks indicated above


Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience


Financial Literacy Expertise: Significant experience in designing and delivering financial literacy programs or modules, particularly for diverse audiences with varying levels of financial knowledge with ten years of experience.
Remittance Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the remittance process, including fees, exchange rates, and regulatory aspects, to tailor the module effectively.
Educational Curriculum Development: Experience in developing educational content and curriculum, ideally in financial literacy or related fields.
Cross-Cultural Competence: Awareness of cultural nuances and financial behaviors in different regions to ensure the module’s relevance and effectiveness. 
Consulting Experience: Experience in a consulting role, where incumbent has provided advisory services to clients in the financial services industry, is advantageous.
Project Management: Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver projects on time and within budget.
Good understanding of the current state of migration in Kenya and the key activities that the Government is undertaking in diaspora engagements, pre departure orientation training amongst other in the BETA plan
Understanding of the Sustainable Development  Goals 2030 and the Global Compact on Migration more