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Position Title : Labour Migration and Human Development Officer

Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 12 April 2020

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; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

States have increasingly called upon the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) to assist in addressing Migration Management issues.

Under the overall supervision of the IOM Burundi Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Migration Management Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the designing, implementation, and monitoring of programming related to the Labour Migration and Human Development (LMHD) unit, specifically initiatives aimed at protecting migrants workers as well as contributing to a better understanding of the links between international migration and development in order to optimize the benefits of labour migration.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support the development, implementation and monitoring of (LMHD) projects for Burundi including maintain close contacts and information sharing with different governmental entities, UN agencies and the international donor community. Review the technical aspects of projects and propose action to resolve issues.

2. Support with appropriate government bodies in Burundi to build their capacity to promote labour migration management, enhance diaspora engagement, and mainstreaming of migration in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

3. Support the monitoring of financial and administrative aspects of LMHD projects in close coordination with the Migration Management Coordinator and the Regional Office (RO).

4. Prepare terms of reference for the recruitment of consultants and prepare trainings materials for capacity building activities.

5. Maintain strong contacts with IOM Country Offices as well as the RO on areas related to labour migration and development.

6. Facilitate adequate data and information management for LMHD activities of the Mission and information sharing.

7. Draft regular project reports in a timely manner according to IOM and donor formats, in close coordination with mission team.

8. Identify potential opportunities and partnerships with other IOM Burundi units, external partners at the technical and operational levels. Draft portions of project proposals and corresponding budgets.

9. Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, meetings and technical working groups, as well as other forums to facilitate coordination and exchange of information.

10. Undertake duty travel related to programme assessment, liaison with counterparts, problem solving and project implementation as required.

11. Oversee and train LMHD support staff.

12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law and/or International Relations 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

• Demonstrate experience in project management, and implementation, including resource and financial management;

• Relevant professional experience in the area of migration management, particularly related to labour migration, diaspora engagement and financial services;

• Experience in liaising with governments, international organizations and the private sector is an asset;

• Applied knowledge in programme management, project formulation, and reporting standards on labour migration, diaspora engagement;

• Excellent leadership, coordination and information management skills;

• Demonstrated experience in understanding the position and needs of national partners, as well as building their capacity;

• Capacity to travel to field locations and liaise with local authorities;

• Good skills in using Microsoft Office software and other commonly used software.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.

1 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 three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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.

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 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 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

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 security clearances.

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