Deputy Chief of Mission

Position Title: Deputy Chief of Mission

Duty Station: Maputo, Mozambique

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 06 April 2022

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. External female candidates:

3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros;Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the UN Migration Agency is a dynamic and growing inter-governmental organization, with 172 member states. IOM is committed to the principle that “humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society”.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and in collaboration with relevant Units at the Regional Office (RO) for Southern Africa and at Headquarters (HQ), the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM) will support the CoM in ensuring coherence between IOM Mozambique Programmes and the support services, while also overseeing the migration management, peace, and development programming as well as the programme support functions. The selected candidate will ensure that programmes are implemented in an effective and efficient manner, in line with IOM Mozambique’s overall strategy and with the Government of Mozambique, donors, and beneficiaries’ expectations.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. In coordination with the CoM, represent the CO, promoting IOM activities with the national authorities, diplomatic corps, governmental and private donors, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other partners in Mozambique and the Region.

2. Represent IOM at United Nations (UN) fora, and related sub-working groups, to ensure the extent possible alignment between the work of IOM Mozambique.

3. Oversee the formulation of Country Strategies, policies and approaches across IOM’s operational portfolio, and identify and develop new programmes to address emerging needs, in close coordination with the Programme Support Unit (PSU).

4. Work closely with the CoM, Heads of Sub-Offices, the Emergency Response Coordinator and Programme Managers to enhance inter-unit collaboration and coordination, to maximize efficiencies and efficacy within the Country Office programming to ensure, that all IOM Mozambique programmes work towards common goals and a consistent and coherent strategy.

5. Coordinate IOM Mozambique’s inputs into multi-agency strategy and operational frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and other relevant frameworks, position papers, workplans and other strategic documents.

6. In close coordination with the Resources Management Unit (RMU), Programme Support Unit and respective Programmes Managers, ensure compliance of all projects with IOM and donor regulations, policies and obligations as indicated in the funding agreements, project documents, work plans and budgets.

7. Coordinate operations to ensure implementation of the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding nexus to ensure timely, effective, and efficient programming delivery, ensuring through sound leadership, supervision and monitoring those blockages, disruptions and delays are avoided in order to achieve program results.

8. Provide overall leadership, guidance, and direction for the development of appropriate risk informed operating strategies, day-to-day programme implementation, continuous monitoring, and regular reporting by provincial/field offices.

9. Coordinate, in conformity with IOM standards, the planning and implementation of initiatives aimed at promoting IOM and donor visibility.

10. Contribute to the development of strong donor contacts and relations, monitoring, updating programme funding priorities across the migration management spectrum and provide support to the CoM in fund raising activities.

11. Monitor developments at the international, national, regional, and provincial levels. Initiate new approaches and develop methodologies to best meet goals and objectives. Contribute to building the capacities of IOM staff in the thematic areas through on-the-job mentoring and training opportunities.

12. Formally deputize for the CoM on an ongoing basis and exercising mission, staff, and financial management responsibility in Mozambique, including chairing the Senior Management Team in the absence of the CoM as well as chairing the Programme Management Team meetings on a regular basis.

13. Ensure IOM participation in appropriate policy and operational UNCT inter-agency mechanisms and engage with UN agencies in the development and implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF).

14. Co-Chair the UN Network on Migration (UNNM), and coordinate with UNCT and UNNM members the implementation and review processes of the migration-relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Global Compact for Migration, the UN Network on Migration and International Migration Review Forum related activities as these processes move forward.

15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Human Rights, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in international emergency, peacebuilding and/or development work, extensively involved in project design, coordination, management or implementation at national, regional and/or international levels;

• Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies, UN agencies, civil society organizations, and donors;

• Sound understanding of the Humanitarian architecture as well as the UN DevelopmentCoordination system;

• Experience in working along the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus (HDPN);

• Proven management capability and experience;

• Previous experience working with IOM in the SADC region is an advantage.

Skills

• Excellent project management skills, including knowledge of IOM administrative and financial procedures and budget monitoring;

• Good liaison and negotiation skills;

• Knowledge of the cluster systems, various steps of project cycle and coordination with different donors, local authorities, beneficiaries and other stakeholders;

• Ability to supervise, motivate and coach/direct staff;

• Ability to work with autonomy;

• Ability to negotiate and resolve operational problems;

• Excellent level of computer literacy.

Languages

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

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Portuguese 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

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 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 – 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 action 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

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 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.