Programme Officer (Technical Cooperation)

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  • Baghdad Iraq
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Position Title: Programme Officer (Technical Cooperation)

Duty Station: Baghdad, Iraq

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 21 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. Candidates 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.

Context:

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division, the Programme Officer (Technical Cooperation) will work in the framework of the ongoing Security Sector Reform, on technical cooperation including Community Policing and Border Management, and the community-based initiatives in Iraq to ensure the promotion of the democratic governance in this sector in Iraq. With focus on strengthening trust and cooperation between Law enforcement, Civil society, and communities to enhance the capacity in the area of Migration and Border Management.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

  1. Oversee the development, management, and implementation of the administrative and operational activities of projects falling under the thematic area of Community Policing and Community Engagement (CP) as part of Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division (PSD). Supervise, manage, and provide technical support to all staff (project and field) under the CP thematic area, ensuring that appropriate structures, effective communication channels and internal processes are in place to guarantee transparent and smooth implementation of routine activities in line with IOM rules and regulations;

  2. Backstop the budgetary, administrative, and technical aspects of the projects under their supervision to ensure the timely implementation in accordance with IOM rules and regulations, in close coordination with the Support Services, and regularly brief and advise the Senior Programme Coordinator Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division on any related matter.

  3. Establish and maintain effective relationships with the Ministry of Interior (MOI) and BorderAuthorities in Baghdad and relevant stakeholders at the different administrative levels, closely coordinating joint plans for field work, trainings and workshops. Recommend focal points in the directorates of the Ministry of Interior to ensure the implementation of the programme activities.

  4. Plan, manage and assure quality assurance of the mapping of Law Enforcement and SecurityServices capacity and structures, identify focal points as interlocutor of the programme activities, and aggregate findings to identify programming interventions at the national and local levels. Manage security mapping and vetting processes, and establish the Community Policing Forum (CPF), including developing, explaining, and ensuring the understanding of the ToRs.

  5. Manage and participate in conducting trainings on human rights, rule of law and on operational procedures for the CP approach in Iraq.

  6. In close coordination with relevant Units in PSD, ensure the organization and preparation of training courses for relevant focal points of the community, Border Law Enforcement actors, and directorates of the Ministry of Interior. Guide the design of surveys and manage their administration in the communities on community perception of security and security services.

  7. Based on available data, including surveys of community perceptions of security and security services, and the mapping of Law Enforcement and Security Services capacity and structures, identify and design community policing responses to address ruptures in community trust in policing and security sector capacities, and consolidate planning to bring security and state control to areas of the country where this has been absent and impedes access to durable solutions.

  8. Analyze and assess the police and Border Authorities technical capacity and training needs and advise the Programme Manager on the development of technical concepts to be operationalized such as the Community Policing and the Integrated Border Management as part of the mission strategy to support the stabilization of the country and the capacity building process in the area of Migration and Border Management.

  9. In close coordination with relevant Units in PSD, guide the identification of opportunities to integrate or synergize components of the community policing and community engagement programming portfolio with social cohesion, stabilization, preventing violent extremism, tribal engagement and durable solutions programming through supporting efforts to improve state security and justice provision at the local level.

  10. Lead Focus Group Discussions on security services and security perception by the community. Ensure community feedback is addressed, incorporated, or mainstreamed into activities and programme development.

  11. Ensure the tracking of the beneficiaries of the project activities; for example: trainings, awareness, report of abuses, etc. and participate in the development and improvement of tracking databases and relevant information management systems.

  12. Prepare monthly implementation, progress, and other required reports as well as summaries and other materials relevant to all activities performed.

  13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Correction, Law Enforcement, 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 areas of Law enforcement and community and international policing and project management and implementation;

• Experience working with IOM and/or another UN agency is an advantage;

• A combination of police studies and qualifications and more than ten years law enforcement experience, with regard to International Police Relations, Operations and Police Capacity Building Programme Implementation in UN Missions;

• Experience in the humanitarian and/or development field in an international setting; and,

• Experience in engaging with governmental representatives, police, civil society, and communities is highly desirable.

Skills

• Knowledge of MS Office and Internet Explorer;

• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;

• Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;

• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objective; and,

• Good computer skills (MS Office, Internet browsers).

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 Arabic 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.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 21 April 2022 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 08.04.2022 to 21.04.2022

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.

Requisition: SVN 2022 105 Programme Officer (Technical Cooperation) (P3) Baghdad, Iraq (57515424) Released

Posting: Posting NC57515425 (57515425) Released


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