National Officer - Disability Inclusion
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is a leading UN agency promoting humane and orderly migration. It works with partners to save lives, protect people on the move, drive solutions to displacement, and facilitate regular migration pathways. IOM fosters an inclusive and supportive workplace to harness the full potential of migration.
Job Purpose
The National Officer - Disability Inclusion, based in Honiara, Solomon Islands, supports the implementation of IOM's programming focused on disaster displacement and strengthening resilience to disasters and climate change. This role specifically enhances the resilience of vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities, youth, older persons, and women. Key functions include supporting the design and implementation of disability-inclusive early warning systems, developing related information and education materials, delivering inclusive trainings, and contributing to Community-Based Disaster Response Management (CBDRM). The incumbent will engage in community-level activities and coordinate with national and provincial government partners, working directly with affected populations.
Responsibilities
Assist in the implementation and monitoring of disaster preparedness and response activities, managing financial, logistical, administrative, and technical aspects according to IOM policies. Provide technical input for disability-inclusive disaster preparedness and response, including CBDRM and early warning systems for vulnerable groups. Monitor project progress against work plans, document results, identify gaps, and report to the supervisor. Integrate cross-cutting issues like gender, protection, and human rights into program implementation. Support project development by researching the local context and drafting proposals. Coordinate the preparation and dissemination of project reports, ensuring compliance with IOM and donor requirements. Liaise with government entities, UN agencies, civil society, and other stakeholders. Contribute to planning, developing, and delivering capacity-building activities for staff and partners. Participate in relevant forums and undertake duty travel as required.
Work Experience
Experience is required in implementing programming related to climate change and human mobility, disaster risk reduction (DRR), Community-Based Disaster Response Management (CBDRM), and early warning systems (EWS). Experience liaising with governmental authorities, international institutions, UN agencies, and NGOs is necessary. Prior experience supporting the design and implementation of inclusive programming for persons with disabilities, youth, older persons, and women, particularly in disaster contexts, is beneficial. Experience in developing training materials and facilitating learning events is also advantageous.
Skills
Knowledge of disability inclusion principles and their application to disaster preparedness, DRR, and community-based programming. Familiarity with inclusive early warning systems, CBDRM, and accessible communication approaches. Ability to analyze and present project information clearly to diverse audiences. Capacity to support inclusive consultations, training, and community engagement. Understanding of project implementation, monitoring, and donor reporting requirements.