National Project Officer, Immigration and border Governance (02 Positions)

Organizational Scope & Context:

The Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Unit at IOM Egypt supports relevant Governmental authorities in enhancing their capacities to manage borders efficiently in a coordinated and integrated way. Current and upcoming interventions include extensive training, equipment and infrastructure provision programme for different Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Finance departments mandated with border management in Egypt on various technical topics, policy support, initiatives related to International Migration Law (IML) and rule of law, rights-based border management, Integrated Border Management (IBM), Humanitarian Border Management (HBM), SAR (Search and Rescue) countering-cross border crime, development and trade, legal identity (migrant registration, biometrics, travel document standards) and cross border cooperation with neighbouring countries in the above domains including implementation of international agreements in support of humane and orderly migration.

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Manager- Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) and the direct supervision of the Project Officer- Immigration and Border Governance (IBG), the successful candidate will be providing technical support to the thematic programme in support of border management authorities in the Arab Republic of Egypt. S/he will also provide technical expertise and inputs in the IBG projects at IOM Egypt, supporting the strategic development and implementation of migrants’ human-rights and protection approaches in the Country.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Plan and coordinate the implementation of activities under the Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) related projects, assist in identifying synergies and facilitating linkages with other Country office (CO) activities.
2. Manage a part of the IBG team relevant to the specific duties of the position.
3. Draft documentation including strategic documents, memoranda of understanding, cooperation plans, talking points, etc. in the thematic domain of IBG.
4. Track and analyze the national and regional context in the IBG area – international and national law, international agreements, and geopolitical context relevant to migration and border governance.
5. Deliver presentations and training modules to the beneficiaries in the relevant thematic area of IBG.
6. Monitor the programme’s budgetary, administrative, and technical aspects in line with IOM policies and procedures and donor requirements and bring conclusions, deficiencies, and gaps to the attention of the supervisor along with recommended actions.
7. Support the monitoring of the procurement as well as the rehabilitation projects through timely facilitation of all necessary administrative, organizational, and tender processes, in coordination with the Resource Management Unit and local partners.
8. Guide and monitor project implementation and the work of local implementing partners. Take appropriate corrective actions and make recommendations to improve effectiveness as necessary; draft and contribute to regular project and activity reports and prepare and provide input to donor narrative reports.
9. Coordinate meetings and capacity-building activities for partner government agencies, local partners and other stakeholders associated with the IBG Programme.
10. Assist in strengthening coordination efforts with government entities, embassies, implementing partners, UN agencies, and other stakeholders involved in carrying out IBG activities in the country and attend relevant meetings and events.
11. Supervise and provide training and technical guidance to project staff and participate actively in team work.
12. Undertake duty travel relating to project activities, monitoring and liaison with counterparts.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in law, Security studies, International Law, Political Science, Conflict Resolution or any other related field from an accredited academic institution or,
• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience

Experience

• Experience in legal professions, the judiciary, law enforcement, immigration, project development, donor relations, operations and/or management.
• Experience in supporting IBG projects and programs, capacity to deliver IBG-related trainings/ workshops to Government officials is required.
• Experience working in migration, law enforcement, human rights, or inter-governmental cooperation.
• Previous experience in support to training plans, statements of works, standard operating procedures and detailed instructions; and,
• Experience in support to donor project management, programmatically and financially, with IOM or with a UN agency, will be an added advantage.

Skills

• Good understanding of international law (in particular International Migration Law), rule of law concept, international and national Egyptian anti-trafficking and anti-smuggling legislation and criminal law as well as human rights.
• Understanding of humanitarian response in support of border management; integrated border management concept, and an interest in advancing their understanding of this technical area; and,
• Capacity to conduct geopolitical analysis.
• Project management.
• Event management.
• Ability to prepare and provide briefings in English.

Languages

• For all applicants, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of French is desirable.

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

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This is a national position and as such only Egyptian citizens and legal residents with authorization to work in Egypt at the time of the application will be considered.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.