Back VN 2025 021 | Senior Technical and Liaison Associate (Global Health Security)

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.   Context Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (HoSO) in Cotabato, direct technical supervision of the National Migration Health Project Officer (GHS), and direct administrative supervision of Head of Satellite office in Zamboanga, the successful candidate is responsible and accountable for facilitating the fulfillment of quality implementation of IOM’s health programming in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The candidate is expected to work closely with Ministry of Health (MOH) – BARMM, Department of Health Region 9, and provinces of Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi, to quality implementation of GHS deliverables, in line with IOM standards, policies and commitments.

1. Plan and implement assessment, training, technical assistance, awareness building, infrastructure support, and mentoring and feedbacking activities related to communication and community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention and control, health emergency preparedness and response, biosafety and biosecurity, Health Border and Migration Management (HBMM), and One Health initiatives, under the direct technical oversight of National Health Officer for GHS.

2. Facilitate multi-sectoral collaboration and close coordination between local health, disaster risk reduction, border and mobility management, and other relevant sectors in Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi. 

3. Monitor implementation progress at the field level, document lessons learned, and provide regular and timely reports, updates, and feedback to the National Migration Health Officer for GHS.

4. Provide operational guidance to the Field Staff assigned in Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi, maintaining alignment with objectives, policies, operational protocols and standards under the guidance of National Health Officer for GHS.

5. Support localization and integration of migration health in government health programmes, facilitating inclusive and preventive care.   

6. Provide necessary field-level data and support to ensure GHS activities in Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi are effectively monitored, evaluated, and documented, in close collaboration with Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning, and Adapting (MERLA) Assistant.

7. Support the development and implementation of GHS-related training to IOM staff and partners, in collaboration with National Health Officer for GHS. 

8. Undertake rapid deployment to provide onsite technical support to local response to public health emergencies, where required.

9. Contribute to establishing partnership with government and non-government bodies, and participate at health-related meetings including thematic subgroups and technical working groups in Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi.

10. Support the operationalization of the Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) framework and mechanism in coordination with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) unit and the integration of Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) strategies with technical guidance from PSEA Officer.   

11. Undertake duty travels in support of the programme.

12. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATION

• University degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics or analytics, social sciences, or health statistic-related disciplines from an accredited academic institution with four (4) years of relevant experience; or
• High school degree with minimum six (6) years of relevant professional experience.
• Relevant accreditation/certification or formal training in areas related to health information, monitoring and evaluation, research methodologies, and data analysis is a distinctive asset.
• Relevant accreditation/certification or formal training in areas related to health information, procurement and supply chain management, health financing and governance, and health insurance system is a distinctive asset.

  EXPERIENCE

  • Experience in programme support, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and coordination of public health activities; 
  • Experience in the public health and/or health sciences sectors; implementation of health program, health information systems, or health analytics, a distinctive asset; 
  • Experience in humanitarian or development operations and/or Government Social or Health Services; and
  • Experience in liaising with government counterparts, including those in DOH and/or BARMM Ministries.

    SKILLS

    • Proficiency in statistical software and data management tools;
    • Excellent analytical, communication, research, and writing skills with strong computer literacy, especially advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Offices;
    • Strong familiarity with the context of BARMM and surrounding areas, knowledge of the issues and programs related to Health Systems at the National and Local (Mindanao) level is highly desirable.

      SECTION 5

      Languages[1]
      IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

      REQUIRED

      For this position, fluency in English and Filipino is required (oral and written).

      DESIRABLE

      Working knowledge of any BARMM language.

      [1] As per IN/233, staff members in a position in the Professional and GS categories are expected to be fluent in one of the Organization’s official languages, which are English, French and Spanish. At least a working knowledge of another official language is highly desirable and may be specified as mandatory in some cases. For positions in the GS category, proficiency in one of the local language(s) may also be required, as specified in the VN/SVN. 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 five 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.