Kenya: Project Development, Reporting and M&E Consultant

CALL FOR CONSULTANCY APPLICATIONS-OPEN FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
Position Title : Project Development, Reporting and M&E Consultant
Vacancy No : SVN/IOMSO/068/2016
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya ( With occasional travel to Somalia when required)
Classification: IOM Consultancy Contract

Type of Appointment: 6 Months with possibility of extension
Organizational Unit: Preparedness and Response Division (PRD)
Reporting Directly to : Head of Preparedness and Response Division
Overall Supervision by: Chief of Mission
Estimated Start Date:
As soon as possibleEstablished 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.
Background
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in close collaboration and coordination with the governments, is one of the leading humanitarian as well as developmental actors in Somalia with extensive experience and technical expertise in assisting vulnerable migrants, mobile populations and affected host communities through developmental sectors strengthening as well as preparedness and responses to various humanitarian emergencies in highly complex and challenging environments.
As of September 2016, IOM’s Migration Health Division (MHD) and Preparedness and Response Division (PRD)*, in close coordination and collaboration with stakeholders including the governments, is implementing a total of 16 projects serving over 300,000 vulnerable populations annually in 17 project locations throughout Somalia, Somaliland, Puntland, Jubaland and other regional states.
In this context, IOM Somalia has embarked on expanding its migration health profile, enhancing the field presence, exploring the new funding sources and schemes, and instituting a robust monitoring and evaluation framework; therefore seeking for a consultant to contribute to the project development, reporting and monitoring and evaluation for MHD and PRD.
PRD consists of six sub-units/programmes: Migration Health Assistance for Crisis-Affected Populations; Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH); Mental Health and Psychosocial
Closing Date:28 September, 2016

Support (MHPSS); Shelter and Non-food Items (NFIs); Food Security; and Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM).
Main tasks and responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of Chief of Mission of IOM Somalia and under the direct supervision of the Head, MHD and PRD, in close collaboration and consultation with Project Development and Monitoring Unit (PDMU), Public Information Unit (PIU), Coordinators of Departments of Migration Management and Operations and Emergencies, and other relevant colleagues and Cluster members, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks to be performed:
Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Draft concept notes and full proposals for potential donors and funding opportunities, such as European Commission (EC), Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM), the African Development Bank, Common Humanitarian Fund, Central Emergency Respond Fund, other donors, etc.;
2. Develop resource mobilization and visibility materials, such as fact sheets, briefers, press briefing notes and infographics to address urgent needs and highlight success stories on catalytic and innovative approaches to appeal to potential donors, closely liaising with the IOM Somalia PIU;
3. Identify funding opportunities by collecting donor information, building relationship with potential donors, and attending coordination meetings;
4. Conduct multi-sectoral rapid needs assessment in potential programme area, including South Central Somalia using mobile data collection technologies;
5. Analyse the collected data and develop assessment reports to develop evidence- and needs-based project proposals;
6. Develop monitoring and evaluation tools and assist participatory monitoring for projects in collaboration with the M&E Assistant and the IOM field team;
7. Pilot Public-Private Partnership (PPP) cases to assess opportunities in new funding areas;
8. Draft donor reports for the projects under MHD, compile technical inputs from the team and coordinate with PDMU for submission;
9. Coordinate with PDMU, and actively assist mission requirements for Project Development, reporting and M&E as requested by Head, MHD and PRD;
10. Perform any other relevant tasks related to PD, reporting and M&E as assigned by Head, MHD and PRD.
    Required Deliverables and Payment Schedule
    The consultancy fee for this position is all inclusive fee of USD 2,500 per month (plus DSA on TDY to Somalia).An average of 5 reports or concept notes per month is required of the consultant The payment will be made upon the review and endorsement of the reports by the PRD MHD programme manager
    Payment schedule
    The payment will be installed monthly upon submission of the brief report on deliverables.
    This consultancy requires:
     Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
     Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
11. Strong strategic, analytical and creative thinking skills
12.  Ability to cooperate and coordinate with other units, implementing partners, NGOs and government departments, particularly in Somalia.
     Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility and drive for results.
     Demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity.
     Capacity to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from various professional backgrounds.
    Required Qualifications and Experience
    Education
     Postgraduate degree in relevant field including international development, public health, social sciences, political science, communications
    Experience
     At least three years’ experience in international development;
     Proven track record in fundraising for UN agencies or non-governmental organisations;
     Good understanding of public health, WASH as well as gender-based violence issues;
     Experience in working for or with bilateral and multi-lateral donors, funds and foundations in relation to the field of migration health;
     Work experience in private sector, an asset
     Excellent written and oral communication skills;
     Excellent inter-personal skills to work with internal and external stakeholders;
    • Experience with public, private and not-for-profit organizations;
    • Experience in working under high pressure and meets tight deadlines;
     Experience in developing mobile data collection tools and conducting assessment;
     Experience in working in Somalia or working with Somalis.
    Languages
     Excellent spoken and written English
     Knowledge of Somali and Japanese, an asset
    Required Competencies
    Behavioural
     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 servic
13. Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
14.  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
    Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
    Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

15. **NOTE:

    The consultancy fee for this position is all inclusive fee of USD 2,500 per month (plus DSA on TDY to Somalia).An average of 5 reports or concept notes per month is required of the consultant The payment will be made upon the review and endorsement of the reports by the PRD MHD programme manager 7**

How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating the Vacancy Notice Number (SVN No) and Position title with three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone) to: recruitmentsomalia@iom.int
Closing Date: 28 September 2016. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period:
From 14.09.2016 to 28.09.2016