Senior Capacity Building Associate (Port Sudan) – IOM

Job Description

Organization	International Organization for Migration
Job Title	Senior Capacity Building Associate
Location	Port Sudan
Classification	G6
Type of Appointment	Special Short-term graded contract, 9 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date	As soon as possible
Closing Date	Oct 18, 2025

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and
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 providingservices and
advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible
to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are consideredas firsttier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programs in IOM Sudan, and the direct supervision of the Grants Management & Capacity Building (GMCB) Coordinator, the Senior Capacity Building Associate will support the organization and implementation of capacity building activities for non-government organizations (NGOs), community-based organizations (CBOs), and civil society organizations (CSOs) who are currently or may become implementing partners (IPs). The incumbent will assist in trainings, workshops, and related events, and contribute to assessments and documentation that facilitate the creation and maintenance of a vetted pool of implementing partners. These efforts will help strengthen local partner’s ability to deliver humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding assistance, in line with the principles of localization and community ownership, particularly in areas where IOM or the UN have limited direct access.

Core Functions /Responsibilities:

1. Support the implementation of Capacity Building (CB) portfolio activities under the Grants Management & Capacity Building Unit, contributing to the delivery of activities in a high-quality manner.
2. Support the implementation of CB activities, monitoring progress against project scope, budget, schedule, and quality, and checking compliance with component specifications, donor requirements, and IOM rules and regulations.
3. Coordinate with IOM programme managers, colleagues and internal/external stakeholders on sector specific or cross-cutting CB activities as necessary.
4. As required, contribute to the preparation of and support the delivery of trainings to staff and implementing partners.
5. Assist in maintaining and updating a vetted pool of implementing partners in regions, in coordination with the Grant Management and Capacity Building unit. Support the identification of new partners.
6. Support communication with the identified pool of implementing partners by sharing updates on activities, needs, and developments by the organization, and disseminating calls for expressions of interest within established network.
7. Support in programmatic assessments of capacity and due diligence of IPs, in coordination with the Resource Management Unit and under the guidance of the GMCB coordinator.
8. . Assist in collecting information from sector leads, community leaders, and local governments to support
9. assessments of needs, challenges, and the capacity of potential IPs to operate in the area.
10. Support the preparation and submission of internal and external reports, updates, and beneficiary lists for CB activities.
11. Assist in monitoring the use of training materials, and the coordination of pre- and post- training assessments
    and tracer surveys to track and evaluate the effectiveness of training and capacity building activities.
12. Support monitoring of project implementation, highlighting problems and suggesting practical actions to expedite the delivery of inputs. Compile progress and implementation information, and document significant project events, decisions, problems or deviations.
13. Support the integration of cross-cutting issues such as environment, Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), gender, children, Gender Based Violence (GBV), and other vulnerable groups in programme activities.
14. Undertake duty travel, as necessary.
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Pedagogy, Business Administration, International Relations,
  Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional
  experience; or
• High school diploma with six years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in capacity building, including assisting in training delivery and preparation of training materials.
• Experience in supporting capacity assessments or due diligence process of implementing partners is an asset.
• Experience in humanitarian response programming, preferably supporting field operations.
• Experience in working with implementing partners, grantees, or third-party organizations to assist in programme
  activities is an asset.
• Experience in supporting coordination with donors and cluster or sectoral leads is desirable.
• Experience working within humanitarian ecosystem and coordination to assist in programme implementation.
• Experience in contributing to project documentation or reporting is desirable.

SKILLS

• Familiarity with the implementing partner/grant award cycle and internal procedures and controls for
  supporting IPs will be an asset.
• Knowledge of humanitarian sectors (e.g., WASH, Health, SNFI) and their core activities.
• Ability to support training and capacity building activities, including preparing materials and coordinating
  assessments.
• Basic knowledge of information management or grant management systems.

Languages

• Fluency in English (oral and written) and Working knowledge of Arabic

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the
selection process
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and culturaldifferences;
  encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a mannerconsistent
  with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committedmanner
  and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators level 2

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units toachieve
  shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timelymanner;
  is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge andinnovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership of 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 – Behavioral 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

OTHER

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• Only candidates residing in either the duty station or from a location in a neighboring provincethat is
  within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
• Accommodation is not provided.
• This position is open to ONLY Sudanese nationals.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
• Vacancy close at 23:59 local time Khartoum, Sudan on the respective closing date. No late
  applications will be accepted.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email referencing the subject as
SVN 37 2025- Senior Capacity Building Associate- G6- Port Sudan, Sudan
Kindly send the following document to: [email protected]

1. Cover Letter
2. CV
3. PHF (PersonalHistory Form)
   https://sudan.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1606/files/personal-history-form-sudan.docx
   Any application that does not comply with the above-mentioned instructions will be automatically
   excluded from the process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
   Posting Period
   From 05 Oct 2025 to 18 Oct 2025.
   No Fees:
   IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing,training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts