Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months 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; Djibouti; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; 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:
States have increasingly called upon the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) to assist in addressing Migration Management issues.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination, identification, development, implementation and reporting of the Country Office’s (COs) migration management activities.
S/he will oversee the IOM Burundi Department of Migration Management (DMM) work and ensure compliance with administrative and programmatic procedures in coordinating project activities, monitoring financial budgets, and communication with implementing partners, the United Nations (UN) system in Burundi and the Government of Burundi focal points.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Manage, monitor and implement a variety of projects implemented in the following units: Migrant Protection and Assistance (MPA), Labour Migration and Human Development (LMHD), and Immigration and Border Management (IBM).
Provide technical direction and supervision to staff assisting with the implementation of project activities related to MPA, LMHD and IBM thematic areas.
Coordinate and develop project proposals and corresponding financial requirements within the relevant thematic areas; pursue regular financial, procurement and output monitoring; ensure relevant financial and narrative reporting obligations and accountabilities are fulfilled according to IOM and donor standards and timetables.
Ensure and coordinate the collation of relevant, accurate, and comprehensive statistical data for project identification, implementation monitoring and report briefing purposes. Work closely with monitoring and evaluation staff to ensure timely delivery of services in accordance with project objectives.
Establish and maintain strong partnerships and liaison with government ministries, local authorities academic and private sectors, implementing partners, UN agencies and other stakeholders at the technical level to foster IOM's strategic goals in programmatic areas; Promote dialogue, information-sharing and cooperation among government and non-governmental actors.
In coordination with the Project Development and Support Unit, provide technical support to the mission on donor interests in the thematic areas. Coordinate the development, review, endorsement and submission of proposals for Burundi, as necessary.
Represent IOM at country-level meetings, public events, forums, seminars, and workshops regarding DMM activities. Undertaking duty travels, within the mission and outside Burundi.
Report regularly on the progress of the department, keeping the Chief of Mission advised of problems and suggesting improvements to the units as needed.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law and/or International Relations 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.
• Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, IOM project development, and management;
• Experience of devising and delivering solutions and capacity building of government officials in the areas of migrants’ protection assistance, labour migration and human development, and immigration and border management;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and Non-Governmental Organisation (NGOs);
• Working experience in the region is an advantage;
• Familiarity and demonstrated experience with Government relations and advocacy.
• Excellent knowledge of the IOM project management cycle;
• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development;
• Good knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
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.
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 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.
This vacancy is archived.