JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Provide operational, financial and programmatic management, guidance and technical supervision for the U.S. Global AVR Program.
2. Lead and manage a large team of national and international staff. Onboard, train, mentor, and support the staff to ensure high-quality results.
3. Develop, organize and provide technical training to all U.S. Global AVR Program staff, coordinating with relevant colleagues in the Regional Office and in IOM headquarters as needed.
4. Prepare and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), scripts, templates, and other materials for the program, or coordinate the preparation of such materials by the program staff.
5. Formulate, develop and ensure the implementation of programmatic strategy, including determining where to focus program resources and how to address complex operational challenges as they arise.
6. Continually review and assess program implementation to ensure all daily activities are effective, timely and remain in alignment with current IOM and donor priorities.
7. Ensure the development and implementation of relevant information management systems for the U.S. Global AVR Program and that all staff are adequately trained in their use and data protection and confidentiality principles and guidelines.
8. In coordination with the Chief, Global and Domestic Programs, Regional Office, Senior Protection RTS, and other relevant colleagues, design and develop new projects that are implemented under the U.S. Global AVR Program. Ensure that all new project activities are based on a solid results framework, donor interests and requirements, and other relevant trends and priorities.
9. Prepare, guide the preparation of and/or ensure all reporting requirements are met, including regular reports on program activities and the program caseload, ensuring accuracy in the data that is collected and shared.
10. Lead and/or undertake duty travel to advise and guide on the implementation of the U.S. Global AVR Program, for assessments, liaison with counterparts, problem resolution, project development, or for meetings, conferences, and workshops related to program activities.
11. Represent IOM and the U.S. Global AVR Program in a variety of meetings and forums, including with program donors, partners, and stakeholders.
12. Regularly advise on activities, responsibilities, challenges, and strategic workplans to the Chief, Global and Domestic Programs and Senior Program Advisor.
13. Prepare policy guidance notes, briefs and other documentation.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations/Affairs, Research, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience working with migrants, civil society, and governments;
• Proven experience in leading and managing a large team;
• Experience managing programming across multiple countries;
• Proven experience working with vulnerable persons and communicating with individuals who have complex needs;
• Experience working in programs that include a movement operations component is an advantage; and,
• Experience with IOM or other UN agencies, particularly working on assisted voluntary return and reintegration programs, is preferred.

Skills

• Strong writing, editing and presentation skills;
• Excellent computer skills: excellent knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email/internet software, statistical analysis package;
• Knowledge of UN cooperation frameworks and bilateral donor programming requirements.
• Ability to gather, consolidate, and attribute information from multiple sources;
• High degree of judgment and initiative, ability to work with a high degree of independence within assigned areas;
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; and,
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, French and 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.

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.
• 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 3

• 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 3

• 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

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 can be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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