JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Provide strategic direction, substantive inputs, and advice to the BMRR Director, in line with IOM’s Strategic Plan, mission, and values.
2. Develop institutional positioning and capacities, innovative policies, and strategic advice and guidance on immigration and border governance area of works, while ensuring alignment with global standards, and contribute to enhancing the capacities of HQ and field staff with guidance on efficient and cost-effective IBG operational solutions.
3. Lead and enhance IOM”s strategic engagement and dialogue with governments to foster stronger partnerships and influence policy development on IBG.
4. Ensure regular liaison with, and participate in, meetings with governments, international organizations, and private sector partners to promote cooperation, and raise funds for new IBG programming.
5. Oversee the management of global programmes providing services to member states (MIDAS, API/PNR) as well as IOM migrant services (Canadian Visa Application Centre (CVAC), Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC), Family Assistance Programme (FAP)) as requested by governments and private partners.
6. Monitor the quality and impact of IOM’s IBG work and deliverables while promoting evidence base and research for policy development to ensure learning and innovation in this field, including provision of expert advice on emerging issues.
7. Advise and provide substantial and technical inputs and guidance to governmental counterparts and internal stakeholders notably BMRR Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) so as to ensure tailored IBG programmatic offer and positioning.
8. Represent the Organization at national and international conferences, events and meetings, and ensure the organization remains in the lead as a convening entity on IBG.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with twelve years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience:

• Extensive experience in working in various regions and contexts leading and managing complex missions; and,
• Experience in liaising  with governmental and diplomatic authorities and international institutions.

Skills:

• Excellent and demonstrated knowledge and practice of technical programming such as robust border management technology and systems; preventing and responding to transnational crimes; strengthening identity management; and bolstering return and readmission cooperation;
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate others;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders;
• Articulate and possess strong advocacy and public speaking skills; and,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to think strategically and creatively.

Languages:

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

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 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 3

•  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 3

• 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.

Notes:

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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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