Project Officer (IRIS Policy Network)

Position Title: Project Officer (IRIS Policy Network)

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 16 November 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; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; 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:

The Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion (LMI) Division in the Department of Programme Support and Migration Management (DPSMM) is the focal point for IOM`s policy and operational engagement in the areas of labour migration, integration, diaspora engagement and financial empowerment. The LMI Division has the institutional responsibility for overseeing programme development and implementation in relevant thematic areas through a team of experts in Geneva, supported by a network of thematic specialists posted in IOM Regional Offices.

To ensure the coherence of purpose and strategy among the various activities within the organization, LMI specialists work in close coordination with other divisions of DPSMM, as well as colleagues in the Department of Emergencies (DOE). Through research and dissemination of good practices, the LMI Division also keeps the organization, its partners and beneficiaries up-to-date on relevant trends in order to improve project development and the delivery of services to governments and migrants. LMI is responsible for IRIS: Ethical Recruitment, a global, voluntary multi-stakeholder initiative to promote ethical recruitment.

Under the overall supervision of the Division Head of Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion and the direct supervision of the Senior Labour Migration Specialist at IOM Headquarters, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the coordination and implementation of LMI’s portfolio that promotes ethical recruitment, the rights of migrant workers and safe labour migration. The Project Officer (IRIS Policy Network) will also focus on government and civil society under IRIS, working closely with other members of the IRIS Secretariat.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate and implement all aspects of a global IOM project on implementing the IRIS Global Policy Network (GPN) and establishing an IRIS migrant worker voice platform. This includes implementation and monitoring of project activities and targets, administration, procurement and logistics, internal coordination, liaison with donor counterparts, budget monitoring and project reporting.
2. Coordinate with other IOM Divisions, Regional and Country Offices on project implementation, as necessary. Facilitate internal communication, information sharing, awareness raising and support to assist in strengthening and sustaining the Global Policy Network and advancing civil society-centred engagement that promotes migrant worker voice.
3. Contribute to the development and implementation of a global communications and outreach strategy, which targets IOM Member States and public authorities at national and sub-national levels, in close coordination with project partners and with the overall aim of increasing global membership of the GPN. Draft and disseminate relevant communications and visibility resources, including website content, information briefs, brochures, social media content, etc. for both government and civil society interlocutors in close coordination with the Media and Communications Division, the donor and partners.
4. Maintain working relationships with counterparts in government agencies, civil society organisations and international agencies. Contribute to the development of joint statements, advocacy materials, and resource mobilization efforts, as relevant.
5. Implement project activities specific to the promotion of migrant voice and engagement, in close coordination with the IRIS Secretariat.
6. Contribute to raising awareness on ethical recruitment.
7. Monitor and support the implementation of global and regional events, including conferences and workshops that advance project goals. This includes oversight of event logistics and administrative arrangements for the GPN’s Thematic Working Groups and annual all-members meetings and other regular in-person, hybrid, and virtual GPN events.
8. Provide technical inputs and logistical assistance to support the development, implementation and updating of government-facing awareness and capacity building resources, including online and in-person training modules on recruitment regulation and migrant worker protection. Participate in the development of global guidance resources, aligned with the priorities and perspectives of GPN members.
9. Assist the LMI Labour Migration Unit with activities related to labour migration and the operationalization of IRIS, in collaboration with its Secretariat.
10. Undertake duty travel, as required.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Economics, International Relations, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, International Affairs or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in government liaison and engagement;
• Experience in stakeholder advocacy and engagement, capacity building and working with the private sector, government, civil society and international organisations;
• Experience in project management and implementation, team work and coordination;
• Experience in business and human rights, voluntary initiatives in global supply chains, and rights and protections of migrant workers.

Skills

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office programmes, social media, knowledge of SharePoint or other collaboration and knowledge management platforms is an advantage;
• Proven organizational and time-management skills, and attention to detail and quality in all aspects of work;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds;
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English; working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is desirable.

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 (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

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

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.

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.

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.