National Parliamentarian Engagement Officer

Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

IOM works with various actors on a broad range of activities, including humanitarian assistance, health, labour migration and counter-trafficking. IOM’s interaction with the private and public sector is multifaceted. IOM Germany holds the role of Country Office for Partnerships and Advocacy (COPA). Areas of work include protection, labour mobility and social inclusion, return and reintegration, resettlement and humanitarian admission, family reunification, crisis response, resource mobilization and psychosocial support.

The Berlin office is also the liaison office to the German government for international cooperation and IOM projects around the globe in the fields of humanitarian aid, crisis prevention, stabilization, peacebuilding and development. 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the National Liaison Officer, the National Parliamentarian Engagement Officer will support the planning and implementation of activities with parliamentarian stakeholders in Germany. In this capacity, the incumbent will assist in fundraising efforts, promoting IOM’s mandate, and helping to safeguard migrant rights.

Responsibilities

1. Support the roll-out and implementation of the Bundestag Engagement Strategy in Germany through targeted outreach and stewardship of parliamentarian stakeholders.

2. Assist the Liaison Officer in developing resource mobilizing strategies and mechanisms for programmes and projects, in coordination with the relevant HQ Departments, Regional Offices and Country Offices, and in line with IOM strategy and priorities. Assist in fundraising activities.

3. Conduct ongoing mapping of prospects of parliamentarian engagement and identify opportunities to scale up existing partnerships in Germany. Assist in implementing outreach plans for new partnerships.

4. Collect, analyze and present information on parliamentarian priorities and trends to the National Liaison Officer as well as to the Chief of Mission.

5. Coordinate administrative project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions, etc.

6. Organize meetings and events, workshops and training sessions, including preparing materials in coordination with other relevant internal entities.

7. Participate in conferences, meetings, and workshops with national and international partners in close coordination with the National Liaison Officer. 

8. Assist in building, documenting, and sharing best practices across thematic and priority areas to further inform and enhance parliamentarian engagement.

9. Support the monitoring and reporting of progress made against key performance indicators (KPIs) for parliamentarian engagement. 

10. Support the Unit in compiling data and drafting reports for internal and external stakeholders.

11. Perform other duties as assigned, including general administrative support to parliamentarian engagement activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, Migration Studies, International Relations,Development Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution ; or,

• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, International Relations, Development Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with  two years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Work experience in engaging and liaising with partners and donors, including the German national parliament (Bundestag) is required;

• Work experience in a similar function and/or with national, regional or international public bodies is an asset;

• Experience organizing events and meetings;

• Work experience in fundraising is considered an advantage.

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills and confidence to engage with high-level stakeholders;

• Excellent writing, drafting, editing and reporting skills in German and English; ability to present the Organization and diverse operations in an appealing and concise manner;

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the German national parliament (Bundestag). Knowledge of other German institutions is considered an advantage;

• Full adherence to IOM’s values and core competencies including integrity, and; 

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English and German is required (oral and written). Knowledge of any other official IOM language (Spanish, French) would be an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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.

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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