Project Support Consultant at International Organization for Migration - IOM

Core Functions / Responsibilities
Working under the overall supervision of the DTM Programme Coordinator based in Maiduguri; and the direct supervision of the Public Information Officer based in Abuja, the consultant will provide his/her technical support to a radio project under “Enhancing displacement and mobility needs tracking, inter-sectorial needs assessment and monitoring displaced populations in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) States”. In particular, the Consultant will:

• Finalize the framework for action and roll out related to the project
• Engage in project advocacy with MoI, IOM, HCWG and AAP CE WG prior to roll out
• Engage with all actors in the initial roll-out and implementation of the project
• Ensure monthly calls with partners to finalize monthly radio show agenda
• Conduct monthly progress checks, and ensure status reports written include details on progress, funds spent and further actions.
• Ensure broadcast of radio programs on state radio every two weeks covering key issues in humanitarian response and gathering feedback from affected people.
• Ensure delivery of 20 one-hour episodes for state radio across the states of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe.
• Determine the program content in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Culture, AAP/CE WG, HCWG and HCT partners.
• Collect feedback on the delivery and impact of radio programmes.
• Use the existing feedback mechanism to collect feedback from affected people.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the project based on means of verification and targets set.

Performance Indicators for the Evaluation of Results:

• Number of radio programmes produced and broadcasted, according to the timeline Percentage of 2021 MSNA respondents who report receiving information in a preferred language other than Hausa
• Number of reports submitted on time (one per month), 10 in total

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism and/or Community Engagement Methods 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.
• Experience in supporting humanitarian response operations is required.
• Experience in supporting the north-east Nigeria humanitarian response is desirable.
• Knowledge of community engagement practices especially involving vulnerable and crisis-affected populations is required.
• Knowledge of approaches to accountability to affected people is required.
• Familiarity with existing community engagement modalities in north-east Nigeria, particularly complaints and feedback mechanisms, is an advantage.
• Experience in supporting inter-agency coordination efforts to strengthen accountability, such as through a multi-stakeholder working group, is an advantage.
• Excellent reporting and analytical skills required. Experience with donor reporting and/or reporting on community engagement practices.
• Excellent knowledge of English.
• IT literate

Languages:

• Fluency in English - knowledge of multiple / Local languages advantageous.

Travel Required:

• Travel within Borno, Adamawa and Yobe States as required.

Required Competencies
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 - Behavioural Indicators:

• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication - encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Others:

• 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.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply