Job Identification (Reference Number): 13439
Position Title: Policy Adviser on Humanitarian Development Nexus
Duty Station City: Islamabad
Duty Station Country: Pakistan
Grade: P-5
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: 12 March 2025

Introduction

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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:

1.       Internal candidates

2.       External female candidates:

3.       Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Kiribati, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

The Policy Adviser on Humanitarian Development Nexus will assist the UN Resident Coordinator and the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) by advancing the humanitarian-development Nexus (HD Nexus) approach, focusing on strategic, systemic integration of climate resilience and development in Pakistan. The Policy Adviser on Humanitarian Development Nexus will employ data-driven analysis and stakeholder engagement to develop and refine strategic frameworks that guide the UN’s interventions, ensuring alignment with national priorities and international assistance pillars, particularly in the context of Pakistan’s vulnerabilities to climate risks and natural hazards and suggest recommendations for Government & development partners. The Policy Adviser on Humanitarian Development Nexus will work under the overall supervision of the UN Resident Coordinator who will discharge his/her day-to-day functions as a member of the Office of the Resident Coordinator. The successful candidate will also be supervised administratively by the Chief of Mission, IOM Pakistan.

Programmatic Engagement:

• Facilitate stakeholder consultations to gather diverse inputs and foster inclusive planning processes, enhancing the effectiveness of nexus-oriented interventions.
• Oversee the design and implementation of initiatives that build local capacities in resilience and adaptation, integrating gender-responsive and cross-sectoral approaches.

Partnership Development:

• Strengthen existing partnerships and forge new alliances with national stakeholders, international actors, and development partners to support HD Nexus initiatives.
• Coordinate with donors and financial institutions to mobilize resources and align funding with strategic priorities, particularly those related to climate adaptation and resilience.

Capacity Strengthening:

• Lead capacity-building efforts within the UNCT, focusing on the integration of climate resilience into development programming under UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2023-27.
• Develop and deliver training modules and workshops for UN staff, Government and development partners as needed on data analysis, strategic planning, and the operationalization of the HD Nexus etc.

Resource Mobilization:

• Conduct comprehensive analyses to identify funding opportunities and craft targeted approaches for resource mobilization especially from non-traditional and less explored and utilized funding mechanisms like vertical funds etc.
• Develop and implement a resource mobilization & financing strategy that supports the HD Nexus, with particular focus on most vulnerable populations in hazard prone regions, climate resilience and sustainable development goals.
• Conduct & facilitate various studies with partners to generate evidence for effective policy formulation and implementation.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree) in political science, sociology, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, or other related social sciences with ten years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in political science, sociology, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, or other related social sciences with twelve years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• At least 10 years of senior-level experience in policy and strategy development, experience on humanitarian-development nexus strategies and climate resilience, preferably with experience in Pakistan or South Asia will be an asset;
• Extensive experience in research and project development;
• A proven policy, advisory and advocacy experience and track record of engagement with senior levels of government, United Nations, and donors;
• Proven experience in development programming; and,
• Excellent knowledge of and extensive experience in Pakistan or South Asia region, including in dialogues on political economy, social integration and initiatives, is an advantage.

Skills

• Skilled in engaging a variety of stakeholders in dialogue and collaboration to enhance program outcomes;
• Ability to develop comprehensive strategies that align with both local needs and global standards;
• Ability to use methods and tools to monitor crises triggers and determine impact of various dynamics;
• Knowledge of the interaction of political and economic processes in a society; including distribution of power and wealth between groups and individuals, and the processes that create, sustain and transform these relationships over time, and how these dynamics both affect, and are affected by, UNCT’s development support;
• Ability to efficiently handle and share information and knowledge;
• Ability to engage with other parties and forge productive working relationships; and,
• Ability to identify and organize programmes and projects to implement solutions and generate resources.

Language

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, 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 three 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.

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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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, 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.

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

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements