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Job Title: Operations Assistant (DTM/MECC)
Organisation: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reference No: SVN/UG/007/2020
About US:
Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits both migrants and society in general. The IOM mission in Uganda was established in 1988 and has since been supporting the Government to address migration challenges and building capacity of relevant stakeholders. IOM implements a range of programmatic interventions in areas such as Refugee Resettlement; Emergency Response mostly for refugees from South Sudan and Democratic Republic of the Congo; Migration Health (Assessments and Promotion); Labor Migration and Human Development; Counter-Trafficking and Migrant Assistance; Immigration and Border Management; and Migration Governance, including policy and research.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision and guidance of the DTM Programme Assistant, in coordination with the Programme Coordinator and the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission IOM Uganda, the successful candidate will perform the following responsibilities:
- Assist the Programme Assistant in the coordination with relevant stakeholders and partners including government authorities, Academia and NGO partners in the set-up of data collection operations.
- Support the Project assistant in the organization of meetings, including logistic arrangements and invitations.
- Support the DTM unit in drafting admin, logistics and procurement document;
- Support the Project assistant to keep track of DTM assets, particularly tablets and phones;
- Assist the project assistant in drafting the interim report of projects;
- Regularly update the M&E tracking tools of the various DTM/MECC projects;
- Compile drafts of MECC/DTM updates;
- Regularly travel to the field to assist in the implementation of activities as necessary.
- Any other duties as necessary.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Operations Assistant (DTM/MECC) job opportunity should hold a bachelor’s university degree from an accredited academic institution in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Procurement from with two years of professional work experience; OR a High Diploma/Certificate with 4 years of professional experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of information technology and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Languages: Fluency in English and working knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
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 wherever possible.
- 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.
Core Competencies
- Accountability- Takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delighted work.
- Communication – Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
- Teamwork – Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results – produces and delivers quality services in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge– Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants may send their applications to hruganda@iom.int. Reference Number and Position Title (SVN/UG/007/2020 – Operations Assistant-(DTM/MECC))should be specified in the SUBJECT field.
NB:
- Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
- Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
Deadline: 9th December 2020