Job Identification (Reference Number): 15676
Position Title: Programme Officer
Duty Station City: Geneva
Duty Station Country: Switzerland
Grade: P-3
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 02 July 2025
Introduction
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.
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This is an expedited recruitment process open only to:
a) internal candidates and
b) former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.
This process is not open to external applicants, their applications will not be considered at this time.
Context
The United Nations (UN) system is committed to supporting the implementation, follow-up and review of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM). To this end, the UN established a Network on Migration (Network) to ensure effective, timely and coordinated system-wide support to Member States. In carrying out its mandate, the Network prioritizes the rights and wellbeing of migrants and communities of destination, origin, and transit, placing emphasis on issues where a common UN system approach adds value and from which results and impact can be readily gauged. The Network respects the principles of the GCM and is guided, inter alia, by the UN Charter, international law, and the Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development.
The GCM calls for the establishment of a Capacity Building Mechanism (CBM) to support Member States to action their migration commitments. The CBM is a system through which Member States, the United Nations and other relevant stakeholders, including the private sector and philanthropic foundations, contribute technical, financial and human resources on a voluntary basis to strengthen capacities and foster multi-partner cooperation. Per the Compact, the CBM is made up of three interconnected parts:
A Connection Hub: the Demand-driven facility (DDF) provides short term system-wide capacity building and technical assistance to advance GCM implementation; A Start-up Fund: the Migration Multi-Partner Trust Fund (MPTF) is a UN inter-agency pooled financing mechanism for migration-related programming; and, A Knowledge Platform: the Migration Network Hub is a space to share lessons learnt from GCM implementation, including through a repository of peer-reviewed Practices.Established by the Director General of IOM in the capacity as Coordinator of the Network, the Network Secretariat is responsible for servicing the work of the Network. The Secretariat is housed in IOM’s Office for Partnerships Advocacy and Communications (OPAC), under the supervision of the Senior Director.
Within the Network Secretariat, the CBM Division is responsible for managing or coordinating the work of all three components of the CBM. The CBM Division provides strategic, operational and administrative support to the Migration MPTF Steering Committee and is responsible for the coordination and day-to-day management of the Fund. The Division coordinates, monitors and reports on the technical assistance and capacity building provided by the Demand-driven Facility and ensures that good practices are peer-reviewed and publicly shared through the Network Hub.
Under the overall supervision of the Head of the UN Migration Network Secretariat and direct supervision of the Senior Trust Fund Manager, the Programme Officer is responsible for the following:
Programme cycle management
Coordinate, guide and advise UN partners on the conceptualization, development, and implementation of UN country and regional joint programmes.Coordinate the review of Joint Programme Document and Concept Notes submitted to the Migration MPTF and prepare the assessment sheets to guide Steering Committee decisions.Ensure funded joint programme alignment to GCM guiding principles, notably human-rights, gender responsiveness, child-sensitivity, whole-of-government, whole-of-society and people-centered approaches.Monitoring, reporting and capturing results
Coordinate the monitoring and implementation of the Joint Programmes funded by the Migration MPTF. Suggest revisions of the Migration MPTF and DDF results frameworks and risk management strategy, as needed.Prepare regular updates capturing main results achieved by the CBM and provide inputs of results, good practices and lessons learned in relevant papers, reports and talking points.Lead on the timely preparation of the Migration MPTF Annual Report.Internal Knowledge management
Enhance effective internal knowledge management for all three components of the CBM, including project tracking, data capture and analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and information sharing. Ensure that good practices emerging from Migration MPTF-funded programmes are submitted to the repository of good practices.Fund operations
Support the Senior Trust Fund Manager and his/her deputy in preparing Steering Committee meetings, through drafting background documents, organizing meetings of the Technical Group and providing support to Technical Group members on a bilateral basis.Review, and revise when necessary, the Fund’s operational processes and mechanisms, as outlined in the Operations Manual and annexes (include templates, guidance notes, etc.). Maintain strong contacts with the Multi-Partner Trust Fund Office on administrative issues related to different aspects of the Fund operations.Perform such other duties as may be assigned.Education
Master’s degree in International Studies or 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.Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Experience in working in a multilateral system, preferably UN context, with deep familiarity of the UN system, its secretariat, agencies, funds, programmes and organizations; working also closely with international agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders, and governments; Experience working in project management; Experience in monitoring and evaluation;Experience in inter-agency work in general and pooled funding / joint programming in particular;Experience in report writing for external audiences; and,Experience in the field of international development and migration governance.Skills
Proven analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage simultaneous critical tasks;Proven skills in Project Cycle Management (PCM) and Results Based Management (RBM);Good written and oral communication skills, good analytical skills;Capacity to work independently under pressure with tight deadlines; and,Proven ability to work effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.Languages
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.
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.
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 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 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 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.Notes
Open to internal candidates and previous IOM employees only.
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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
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