National Project Officer (Cash and Distribution)
Organizational Context
Established in 1951, IOM is a UN-related organization focused on promoting humane and orderly migration. It operates globally, saving lives, protecting people on the move, and facilitating regular migration pathways. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. This role supports IOM Ukraine's Cash-Based Programme.
Job Purpose
The National Project Officer (Cash and Distribution) supports IOM Ukraine's Cash-Based Programme, specifically focusing on Unified Cash Transfers and Group Cash Transfers for affected populations in frontline and selected territories. This role is crucial for addressing diverse humanitarian needs through cash assistance, ensuring essential needs are met and contributing to strategic humanitarian outcomes. The position provides leadership for the Cash-Based Interventions (CBI) component, ensuring coordination among IOM support units and programme teams. It also involves leading interactions with implementing partners and resolving key issues to ensure the effective functionality of CBI programming within the mission, directly contributing to the humanitarian response.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include participating in the technical design and coordination of cash-based interventions (CBI) delivery in Ukraine. This involves contributing to work plans, budgets, M&E tools, and standard operating procedures for efficient CBI implementation. The role requires coordinating needs and market assessments to inform CBI modality selection and design. It also involves assisting in the operational, administrative, and financial coordination of CBI, ensuring compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements. The officer will help identify appropriate transfer mechanisms and financial service providers. Responsibilities extend to monitoring implementation status, identifying gaps, and suggesting improvements. Data collection, verification, analysis, and updating information management systems are also key. The role includes coordinating timely project report preparation and dissemination, liaising with partners, attending relevant meetings, and contributing to project proposals and communication materials. Duty travel for assessments and monitoring is expected.
Work Experience
Experience in cash programming within humanitarian contexts, particularly in emergency and conflict environments, is required. Experience working with vulnerable groups such as migrants, refugees, and internally displaced persons is also necessary. Prior experience with international humanitarian organizations or in a multicultural setting is advantageous. Additionally, experience liaising with governmental authorities and building local partnerships is beneficial.
Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively in diverse, multicultural teams. Demonstrated interpersonal and strong communication skills. Knowledge of Sphere standards and humanitarian response training is preferred.