The incumbent will be engaged in key project areas of migration policy, countering human trafficking, and immigration and border management. He/she will be part of the team in the implementation of project activities as assigned by the supervisor under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission. He/She will contribute to strengthening the stakeholder relationship, specifically with the Lao government counterparts, CSOs, and other national stakeholders to strengthen relations to achieve IOM’s mandate. These include his/her assistance in effective project implementation, reporting, project development, and engagement in policy dialogue to foster a stronger impact on the overall migration policy governance.
Under the direct supervision of the National Project, the incumbent will assist the team in achieving the overall IOM’s mandate in Lao PDR’s efforts in
EDUCATION
School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or, · Bachelor’s degree in political or social sciences, international relations, development studies, migration studies, human rights, law, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
SKILLS
Knowledge of the migration issues and its legal framework in Lao PDR is an advantage;Good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain trust and good working relationship with counterparts;Ability to work well under pressure and to keep deadlines;Willingness to travel to remote areas;Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in Lao PDR.Knowledge of the United Nations system is an advantage;Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.LANGUAGES
Fluency in English and Lao (oral and written) is required. Working knowledge of another UN language is an assetCOMPETENCIES
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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—Behavioral Indicators Level 1
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.