Jobs at International Organization for Migration (IOM)

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.

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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.