Position Title : Regional Migration, Environment and Climate Change Specialist
Duty Station : Bangkok, Thailand
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
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:
Internal candidates
Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; 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:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) in Bangkok, Thailand is covering 40 countries across the Asia and Pacific region. The key responsibility of the ROAP is to formulate regional strategies and plans of action as well as to provide programmatic and administrative support, in line with the overall priorities and policies of the Organization, to the countries within its region.
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director (RD) for Asia and the Pacific based in Bangkok, Thailand and the thematic oversight of the Head of the Migration, Environment and Climate Change (MECC) Division at Headquarters (HQ), the successful candidate will act as a regional thematic resource person; monitors and analyses regional thematic trends; supports regional thematic project development, and reviews and endorses projects related to his/her thematic area in Asia and the Pacific.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Act as a thematic resource person providing support to Country Offices (CO) in the region. Contribute to building the capacity of IOM staff in migration, environment and climate change (MECC) through a combination of formal training and on-the-job mentoring.
Act as the main counterpart to the MECC Division in HQ, ensure coordination, knowledge exchange and information flows between the MECC Division and ROAP.
Provide technical guidance and inputs to ensure that environment and climate change dimensions are integrated into relevant programmes, projects and strategies and support the implementation of the IOM Strategic Vision and ROAP Regional Strategy and develop cross-thematic activities, in close coordination with Regional Thematic Specialists (RTSs) and relevant colleagues.
Provide technical guidance to governments and other agencies working on MECC issues including but not limited to technical support to United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework in coordination with COs, and implementation of the Global Compact on Migration. Liaise with donors, regional organizations, UN and intergovernmental agencies in particular contribute to Regional Collaborative Platform for Asia and the Pacific and the Issue-Based Coalitions, partner organizations in public and/or private sector in close collaboration with MECC HQ to develop partnerships and identify potential joint-activities on MECC.
Identify emerging issues relevant to the thematic area and strengthen the knowledge base and develop regional thematic guidance notes, information sheets and policy documents and reports in coordination with the Regional Liaison and Policy Officer (RLPO), CO, the MECC Division and relevant HQ Division(s).
Provide thematic guidance to Project Managers through sharing information and providing general technical support upon request from CO in coordination with relevant ROAP colleagues.
Contribute to the development and implementation of regional and multi-country MECC strategies, programmes and projects and identify synergies between thematic areas in close coordination with the Regional Project Development Officer (RPDO). Provide MECC thematic inputs in the development of IOM national and sub-regional strategies.
Review, endorse, and track project proposals developed by CO in the region, coordinate and provide regular updates to the MECC HQ Division on projects endorsed. Ensure that all endorsed projects are: (a) Consistent with the IOM Constitution, IOM Strategy and the Organization’s policies, thematic guidelines and manuals and any relevant national and/or regional strategies; (b) Coherent, relevant, and feasible, and take into account good practices in the respective migration/thematic area(s); and, (c) Developed according to IOM’s project development procedures as established in the IOM Handbook on Projects.
Participate in and actively contribute to IOM’s network of RTSs globally, analyse and share best practices with MECC Divisions and other relevant HQ Divisions and COs.
Represent IOM in the region by actively participating in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the thematic area of expertise, as required by the Regional Director, in coordination with MECC Division when relevant.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Social Science, Migration, Environmental Studies, Law, Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
• Advanced understanding of and experience in migration, environment and climate change issues;
• Experience in project development, review, monitoring and implementation in the thematic area;
• Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, project development, management and reporting;
• Experience and sound knowledge of international fora and policy processes in the areas of migration, climate change, environment;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, donors, academia, other national/international institutions and NGOs;
• Proven experience and flexibility to coordinate contributions from diverse stakeholders;
• Experience of regional issues a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite (word, excel, PowerPoint, outlook, etc).
• Knowledge of the Humanitarian and Development Nexus.
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Excellent team building skills with a track record in team coordination and building trust.
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or 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.
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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.pdf
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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 and who do not have prior experience outside the duty station’s country as staff member in the Professional category 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.
This vacancy is archived.