Recrutement de 01 Programme Officer (Immigration & Border Governance)

Localité : Ethiopie / Addis Ababa
Domaine : Sociologie
Niveau : Non precise
Entreprise recruteur : Organisation Internationale pour les Migrants (OIM)

Recrutement de 01 Programme Officer (Immigration & Border Governance)

Niveau d'études: Non précisé
Expérience: Non précisé
Expire le: 19-09-2023

L’Organisation Internationale pour les Migrants (OIM)
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, ...), Projet/programme de développement
Position Title : Programme Officer (Immigration & Border Governance)

Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 19 September 2023

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:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes and direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer (Migration Management and Governance) and in close coordination with relevant parties, especially the Regional Thematic Specialist in the Regional Office Nairobi and Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) at headquarters, and the IOM Ethiopia IBG team in country, the Programme Officer (Immigration & Border Governance) will be responsible for leading all aspects of the IBG Programme management, coordination, implementation, and monitoring in the country.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Oversee the planning, development, development, and implementation of the IBG portfolio, covering diverse projects like border management systems, legal migration pathways, regularization efforts, readmission cooperation, immigration policies, legal identity initiatives, anti-smuggling measures, border development/trade initiatives, and Humanitarian BorderManagement (HBM). Ensure alignment with IOM policies, practices, and donor requirements, while achieving timely and impactful project outcomes.
2. Provide operational guidance and technical supervision on IBG projects assigned, including managing and providing technical support to relevant programme staff, and capacity development initiatives. Backstop the budgetary, operational, and administrative management aspects for IOM Ethiopia IBG projects assigned, and serve as the key focal point for relevant IOM Units Ethiopia, Regional Office (RO), governmental authorities, donors, and project partners on all project related matters.
3. Train and supervise the IBG team in implementing activities, in reporting, monitoring and evaluation and identify and implement improvements in project delivery and coordination.
4. Advise Head of Migration Management Unit and Head of Programmes, in coordination with Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS), on emerging national and regional trends, donor priorities and resource mobilization for the development and execution of IBG projects, including border management information systems and the provision of the latest technological solutions to effectively and efficiently manage borders and migrations.
5. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government counterparts at the technical level, to advise on project implementation and the resolution of implementation related challenges, including organizing periodical meetings with relevant stakeholders in support of the Government Ethiopia border authorities to strengthen national border and migration governance.
6. Develop and conduct capacity-building development activities in coordination with technical experts on relevant IBG thematic areas including, but not limited to, document security, passport examination, legal identity, identity management, the responsible use of biometrics, readmission, cooperation, admission and stay pathways, and Advance Passenger Information, amongst others, targeting relevant institutions, communities, and migrants as well as project staff.
7. Contribute to advance IBG thematic areas within the respective UN Network on Migration (UNNM) and other initiatives related to institutional efforts to implement the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) and strengthen migration governance. This includes, but it is not limited to, providing technical advice on the expansion of the IBG portfolio in Ethiopia, developing new IBG
projects and contributing to fund raising efforts and relevant initiatives.
8. Oversee the elaboration of public information and training materials, including resources for customs, border and immigration authorities, visa officers, and other border governance stakeholders for internal and external use, in coordination with IBG Specialists and other relevant divisions
9. Ensure timely recruitment of staff and closely monitor staff performance, project progress, and ensure mainstreaming of gender according to IOM procedures and regulations.
10. Undertake travel duty as required to develop, coordinate and/or support programme implementation.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Migration management, Security studies Law enforcement, Information Management, Political or Social Science, International Law, Humanitarian Affairs, 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
• Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, project development, and management and report writing;
• Experience and background in border management, border security and border governance and relevant project implementation;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions, UN and NGOs;
• Experiences in conducting monitoring and evaluation (M&E), with good understanding of M&E tools and approaches; and,
• Experience in writing training plans, statements of works, standard operating procedures and detailed instructions.

Skills
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office package (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of other IOM official languages is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes
1
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 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 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 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 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 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.

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 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, and 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.

How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 19 September 2023 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period: From 06.09.2023 to 19.09.2023

No Fees:
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.

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