Expedited VN : CBI Voucher Start-up Officer (P)

Introduction Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move. IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration . This is an expedited recruitment process, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only. Organizational Context and Scope Under the direct supervision of the Head of Programmes, the CBI Voucher Start-up Officer will support the implementation of IOM’s voucher interventions under the Typhoon Sinlaku reconstruction programme in Chuuk State. The incumbent will contribute to the implementation of a market-informed voucher assistance mechanism for shelter reconstruction targeting affected households across Chuuk State by providing technical support to field staff, as required, and contributing to the delivery of voucher-based assistance in accordance with project objectives and established procedures. Voucher-based shelter operations will be an integral component of the READY project’s shelter reconstruction initiatives, advancing IOM’s efforts in enabling Typhoon Sinlaku recovery. Responsibilities and Accountabilities Support the implementation of vouchers interventions and start-up support activities as part of IOM’s Sinlaku reconstruction operations in Chuuk. Conduct market assessments and analyses to inform programme implementation, identify supply chain constraints, assess vendor capacity, and contribute to the development of a market-informed voucher catalogue. Contribute to the development and periodic revision of voucher catalogues, ensuring items are technically appropriate, cost-effective, and aligned with approved shelter reconstruction standards and beneficiary needs. Support the identification, vetting, selection and management of local and regional vendors, ensuring compliance with procurement standards, quality requirements and program objectives. Support beneficiary registration and verification, ensuring transparent targeting, accurate beneficiary records, and compliance with data protection and accountability standards. Liaise with Logistics, Procurement, Shelter and Programme teams to facilitate the timely procurement, transportation, warehousing and distribution of voucher-supported construction materials. Conduct community engagement and beneficiary sensitization activities, including workshops and information sessions explaining programme objectives, beneficiary selection criteria, voucher procedures, complaint and feedback mechanisms, and resilient shelter reconstruction practices. Contribute to the integration of Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Protection, Gender and Inclusion considerations throughout programme implementation. Provide technical support and guidance to field staff involved in voucher activities, ensuring the effective implementation, monitoring and reporting of activities. Liaise with government counterparts, community leaders, vendors, implementing partners, donors and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate programme implementation and promote transparency. Monitor voucher redemption, vendor performance, material delivery, beneficiary utilization and overall programme performance, identifying implementation challenges and bringing issues to the attention of the supervisor while proposing corrective actions, as appropriate . Support the implementation of Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) activities, including beneficiary satisfaction surveys, outcome monitoring and lessons learned exercises to assess program effectiveness and inform future cash-based interventions. Prepare donor reports, program updates, briefing notes, presentations, statistical analyses and other documentation related to voucher program implementation and results. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience Education Master’s degree in the above fields with two years of relevant experience; or, University degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience Demonstrated experience s upporting the implementation of cash-based interventions, voucher assistance programmes, cash-for-work activities, or market-based programming in humanitarian or development contexts; Experience conducting market assessments, vendor assessments, supply chain analyses, and feasibility studies to inform programme implementation; Experience supporting voucher distribution systems, beneficiary registration processes, voucher reconciliation, expenditure tracking, and financial control mechanisms; and, E xperience working in disaster response, recovery, reconstruction, climate adaptation, resilience-building, or emergency shelter programs is highly desirable. Skills Knowledge of Cash-Based Interventions (CBI), voucher assistance modalities, and market-based programming; Knowledge of market assessment and analysis methodologies; and, Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation, including Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM). Languages For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage. 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 five 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. Professionalism : Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges. Courage : Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance. Empathy : Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2 Teamwork : Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. Delivering results : Produces and delivers quality results 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. Accountability : Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. Communication : Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. 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