Job Description

Position Title : Compliance Officer (Implementing Partner)
Duty Station :  Mogadishu, Somalia
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, nine months with possibility of
extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 20 June 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading
UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and
non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the
benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
   Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo
   (the); Cook Islands; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati;
   Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands;
   Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and
   Nevis; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The
   Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu
   Second tier candidates include:
   All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
   Context:
   Under the overall supervision of the Senior Resources Management Officer (SRMO) and direct
   supervision of the Resources Management Officer (Grants Compliance) with the close
   coordination of the Program Manager Rapid Support Mechanism; and, in collaboration with
   relevant units at Headquarters (HQ) and the Regional Office in Nairobi, the Compliance Officer
   (Implementing Partner) will be responsible and accountable for contributing to and coordinating
   the preparation of the Budget, Implementing Partner Report in accordance to IOM Financial
   Regulation and Policies.
   Core Functions / Responsibilities:
3. Assist the development and revision of Implementing Partner budget plans by coordinating
   the budgeting processes, checking compliance with IN/288 and IOM standards, budget and
   programming policies and procedures.
4. Provide technical guidance to IOM Somalia Implementing Partners on IOM Budgetary
   management and financial compliance rules as well as those relevant project donors.
5. Coordinate and support the preparation of Due diligence assessments and provide capacity
   building for the implementing partner to facilitate their achievement of the goals and deliver the
   objectives as per agreement.
6. Draft and recommend a common reporting framework for all the implementing partners and
   check that changes are applied.
7. Assist and closely coordinate with the PSU/SCU colleagues for the determination of the
   Purchase Request/Purchase Order (PR/PO) based on the deliverable.
8. Assist with reviewing the Financial Report by counterchecking the data with the certified
   physical and electronic copies, verifying that all the supporting documents (memo’s, vouchers,
   timesheets, purchase orders etc.) are provided, and checking that expenditure records are
   eligible in the appropriate period, budget heading and budget code.
9. Closely review the Open PO/PR for the Implementing Partner and double check the entry that
   has been done specifically for the Implementing Partner.
10. Following Implementing Partner (IP) timeline for the implementation of the activities, input and
    highlight milestones for the funding disbursements and check that funding disbursements to the
    IPs are in accordance with contractual obligation.
11. Check that the Implementing Partner Budget specified in the IOM Project duration and
    financial report produced are in accordance with the donor requirements.
12. Generate and recommend the approval of the Implementing Partner budget monitoring
    requirements concerning the up-to-date budget consumption, instalments made, up-to-date
    percentages of time on consumption expenditures, etc.
13. Work closely with other units of the country office, as well as other stakeholders as required,
    in the performance of the budgeting and compliance functions.
14. Assist in liaising with relevant units at Headquarters (HQ) and regional Office Nairobi with
    regards to the budgetary and compliance activities of the Country Office and provide inputs for
    the development and monitoring of the implementation of country specific budgetary compliance
    measures that complement existing IOM rules and regulation.
15. Review the compliance of implementing partners in terms of contractual obligations and
    other applicable project-specific operating procedures and check on the timely follow-up to concerns raised.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Experiences and Qualifications

Education
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, Accounting, 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
• Experience in IOM administrative and financial management, budget monitoring, cash
management and/or internal control procedures;
• Experience working with Implementing Partners, including selection, due diligence, financial
advisory contracting, monitoring and/or training;
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of
spreadsheet and data analysis;
• Experience supervising the development and implementation of administrative control
procedures; and,
• Experience in field emergency operations.
Skills
• Sound knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the
Organization;
• Excellent knowledge of internal control procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement;
• Knowledge of the context/scope of work of Somalia Country Office is an advantage;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations; and,
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Somali
is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes1
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
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. Explains
complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the
ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their
leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best
and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and
communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period
of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security
clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late
applications will be accepted.

Skills Required

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