Job Title: National Project Officer (Durable Solutions)
Job Identification: 23796
Location: Yobe
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Initial Contract: Duration 6 Months
Org Type: Country Office – Sub Office
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: National Officer
Grade: NO-A
Organizational Context and Scope
- IOM, in collaboration with UNHCR and UN-Habitat and with the financial support of the European Union, will be implementing “EU support for Internally Displaced Persons in Yobe, Adamawa and Kano States, Nigeria (SIDPIN)” project. The purpose of this initiative is to strengthen durable solutions through local integration in urban and urbanising areas by adopting a multi-scale, integrated and area-based territorial approach for displaced communities in Adamawa State, Yobe State, Benue and Kano State, with a specific focus on women and children, and fostering conditions for sustainability, replication and scaling-up.
- Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Sub-Office in Maiduguri, Borno State, and the direct Supervision of the Transition and Recovery Programme Coordinator, and in close collaboration with all relevant programmatic and support Units in Maiduguri, Makurdi and Yola, the National Project Officer (Durable Solutions) will be responsible and accountable for the day to day implementation of the joint EU funded Durable Solutions Project with a particular focus in Yobe, Adamawa and Benue States coordinating IOM’s Multi-sectoral assistance to IDPs. The incumbent will closely collaborate with relevant MDAs, LGAs, and partners including staff of the partner UN Agencies and other International and National organizations contributing to the durable Solutions effort in Adamawa, Benue and Yobe States while also providing technical support to other States.
Responsibilities
- In particular, he/she will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
- Support the overall implementation of the EU support for Internally Displaced Persons in Yobe, Adamawa and Kano States, Nigeria (SIDPIN)” project including the field coordination of all IOM team contributing to the project, government and SIDPIN partners, effective implementation and reporting
- Support capacity building and training of State and local government authorities, and key partners on sustainable solutions including conceptual frameworks, planning, and implementation of durable solutions.
- Support overseeing effective implementation of housing, water and sanitation, livelihood, health, education, HLP, MHPSS activities in line with project plans and targets.
- Support the day-to-day planning, monitoring and implementation reporting of activities
- Support enduring effective coordination across different components of the project as well as coordination with SIDPIN partners and government
- Support and facilitate coordination and collaboration with government authorities and relevant Ministries in the Northeast to promote closer collaboration and engagement on durable solutions.
- Support the strengthening of the sustainable solutions coordination mechanisms and architectures at the state and LGA levels including through organizing, planning, and information sharing and facilitating regular durable solutions dialogue, engagement, and coordination mechanisms.
- Compile, review, and document national, regional, and international instruments, policies, and strategies relevant to internal displacement and durable solutions to IDPs to inform internal dialogue, planning, and programming.
- Contribute to the sustainable solutions initiatives planning and implementation to promote material, physical, and legal safety through an integrated approach including long-term safety, security and freedom of movement, and an adequate standard of living (housing, WASH, education, health etc), access to livelihood and employment, HLP, family reunification, vital document, public participation and access to remedies and transitional justice where applicable
- Compile partner updates contributing to sustainable solutions initiatives in the state, through regular field visits, meetings, and information sharing to update 5Ws on Solutions.
- Compile and document challenges, achievements, lessons learned, and good and bad practices in the implementation of the IDSF project in the Northeast. This may also include supporting the collection, preparation, and dissemination of case stories, best practices, and success stories to promote the visibility of the IOM Sustainable Solution initiative in the Northeast.
- Conduct assessments, draft and prepare project concept notes, work plans, and inputs for internal displacement and sustainable solutions.
- Participate in the development of programs, projects, trainings, and workshops related to durable solutions in the Northeast and beyond as guided by the supervisor.
- Contribute to IOM’s institutional support of sustainable solutions and UNSG AA at States and federal level including developing concept notes and proposals as per the guidance and in coordination with TRD Coordinator and head of sub-office and PCIU
- Any other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- University Degree in Political Science, Law, Conflict Resolution, Community Development, Project Management, Conflict Studies, or other related fields with two years of relevant professional experience
- Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience:
- Work experience in sustainable solutions, internal displacement conflict resolution, community development, and support to institutional development in the context of conflict-prone rural communities.
- Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams for integrated and multi-sectoral interventions.
- Computer/software is literate, preferably knowledgeable in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop.
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural setting
- Advanced English writing, communication, and negotiation skills.
Skills:
- Excellent understanding of the political economy of Nigeria broadly and the Northeast in particular including national and state level laws, policies, regulations, and strategies relevant to sustainable development and sustainable solutions
- Excellent teamwork, planning, communication, and negotiation skills;
- Conversance and familiarity with the UNSG Action Agenda and Nigeria’s priority for sustainable solutions to internal displacement
- Excellent in supporting inter-agency processes, initiatives, and coordination mechanisms as we as the ability to liaise and coordinate with government authorities
- Demonstrable and practical experience in the operationalization of Internal displacement protocols, tools, resources, and initiatives
- Good analytical skills, ability to interpret information, identify and analyze problems;
- Good knowledge of assessments, research methodologies and tools, and data collection skills in sensitive issues such as conflicts;
- Personal commitment to the mandate of the Organization, a quick learner, a strong drive for results, efficiency, and flexibility;
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with key counterparts, government authorities, international organizations, and other partners;
- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team and with colleagues from varied cultures, and professional backgrounds and respect for diversity;
- Good level of computer literacy; proficient in Microsoft Windows and MS Office applications.
- Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
- Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
- Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
- Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
- Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within the area or responsibility;
- Displays mastery of subject matter;
- Contributes to a collegial team environment;
- Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
- Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet the resource needs of IOM.
Application Closing Date
17th November, 2026, 01:00 AM.
Method of Application
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