Open to Internal and External Candidates

• Position: Project Associate
• Organizational Unit:  WASH
• Duty Station: Yemen, Marib
• IOM Classification:  UG – Hourly equivalent to G5
• Type of Appointment: Hourly Contract, 3 Months (With a possibility of renewal)
• CFCV No.: CFCV2025.011
• Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
• Closing Date:  Tuesday, 15th July 2025

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Organizational Context and Scope:

Working under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (WASH) and the direct supervision of the Project Officer- (WASH), the Project Associate (Irrigation and Water Distribution Specialist) (WASH) will support the implementation of IOM’s humanitarian assistance directly in the field.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Technical Oversight s Planning:

• Assess and align canal pathways with the Marib Dam irrigation plan.
• Review hydrological and geophysical data to support dam operations.
• Ensure designs conform to the existing irrigation network.

Community Engagement s Conflict Resolution:

• Coordinate with tribal leaders and landowners to secure agreements.
• Mediate disputes over water allocation to ensure equitable distribution.
• Address complaints from farmers and landowners during project phases.

Capacity Building s Training:

• Train farmers on optimal irrigation practices for different crops.
• Educate communities on efficient water management and scheduling.

 Reporting s Supervision:

• Prepare and submit technical reports on dam operations.
• Review field supervision reports on water distribution.
• Support the IOM WASH team in consultations and implementation.

Operational Support:

• Assist in determining the timing for opening/closing the dam’s main gate.
• Contribute to annual maintenance and budgeting for irrigation canals.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• University Degree/Certificate or bachelor’s degree in a profession related to WASH.

Experience:

• Minimum two years of relevant experience in irrigation systems, dam operations, or water distribution.
• Pollution Control in Lakes and Dams.
• Dam Design and Water Structures.
• Design of Water Ponds and Reservoirs.
• Canal and Gate Maintenance.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation skills with tribal communities.
• Experience in hydrological data analysis, conflict resolution, and training farmers on irrigation practices.
• Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Internet.

LANGUAGES

• For this position, fluency in Arabic, is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE

• Working Knowledge of English.

Required Competencies

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

• 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 action 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 1

• 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.

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.

Other

• Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates.
• The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
• Females with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
• As part of the application process, all candidates, regardless of the type or duration of the contract, must disclose any known relative who works for IOM or is engaged with IOM in any capacity.
• Non-compliance with the relative disclosure requirement can constitute a basis for withdrawal of offer of employment, or if the employment has begun, terminating the employment contract and/or disciplinary action.