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 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:
- Internal candidates
- External female candidates
- Candidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories: Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), and in close coordination with relevant Departments in Headquarters (HQ), the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM) will support the CoM in their responsibility to ensure coherence between the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Project and Development Support Unit (PDSU), while also managing early recovery, durable solutions and development programming for the Libya Country Office (CO). Furthermore, the DCoM will supervise the Heads of Sub-Office(s) and will oversee programming for a wide range of programmes and projects being implemented in Libya in close coordination with relevant Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) and Regional Resource Management Unit (RRMU). The DCoM will ensure that implementation of IOM programmes is done in an effective and efficient manner consistent with IOM Libya CO’s overall strategy and in line with the expectations of the IOM’s Donors and beneficiaries, while working with the authorities.
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), government authorities, and other stakeholders in Libya.
2. Support the CoM with the effective management of all offices in place and, in coordination with the Head of Resources Management, ensure that office/administrative systems are fit-for-purpose to support the implementation of IOM programmes, that an appropriate organigramme is defined, that offices report in a timely and informative manner, and that all Heads of Sub-Office(s) fully discharge their duties.
3. Represent IOM at United Nations (UN) fora, and related working groups, to ensure the extent possible alignment between the work of IOM Libya, including humanitarian, early recovery, and transitional priorities contained within the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and its Collective Outcomes in Libya, as required.
4. Oversee the formulation of the Country Strategy, policies, and approaches across IOM’s operational portfolio, and identify and develop new programmes to address emerging needs while ensuring systematic implementation capacity.
5. Make strategic recommendations and provide advice to the CoM and Senior Management to improve overall performance of the CO and support the CoM’s Office with development of strategy/policies/guidance notes, organize regular Senior Management Meetings (SMT), set-up meetings with external partners (UN/authorities), prepare speeches/talking points, and support/facilitate consultation process with defector authorities/UN/international community on Libya’s strategies.
6. Coordinate and manage IOM Libya’s inputs into multi-agency strategy and operational frameworks such as the UNSDCF and relevant frameworks stemming from the reconfiguration of international assistance in Libya.
7. 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.
8.Oversee field operations to ensure implementation of the humanitarian, development, and peace-building nexus to ensure timely, effective, and efficient programming delivery, ensuring through sound leadership, supervision, and monitoring that all blockages, disruptions, and delays are avoided in order to achieve program results and that these results are measurable.
9. Support the CoM to 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 for programme implementation. Supervise, in conformity with IOM standards, the planning and implementation of initiatives aimed at promoting IOM and donor visibility.
10. Lead the resource mobilization strategy development, implementation, and project development for IOM Libya, liaise closely with donors in relation to IOM programme implementation, programme development, and funding priorities.
11. Formally deputize for CoM on an ongoing basis and exercise mission, staff, and financial management responsibility in Libya and support, including chairing the Senior Management Team and Senior Operational Team meetings in the absence of the CoM.
12. Ensure IOM participation in appropriate policy and operational United Nations Country Team (UNCT) inter-agency mechanisms; engage with UN agencies in the development and implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and coordinate with UNCT and partners on the implementation and review processes of the migration-relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Global Compact for Migration, and the UN Network on Migration related activities as these processes move forward.
13. Supervise the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Unit and lead the development and implementation of the project-level monitoring and evaluation plan, associated work plans for each programme and project.
14. Ensure quality control of project outputs, including by contributing substantively to the design and field testing of the monitoring methodology, reviewing, supervising design and implementation of the survey, participatory data collection methods and protocols, data verification techniques, and other technical evaluation and analytical tasks.
15. Ensuring mentoring and training of the programme/project team to foster capacity building on results-based M&E knowledge.
16. In close coordination with the CoM, facilitate knowledge building and management by identifying best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country goals and activities, and contribute to and promote staff development and learning, especially for staff under the direct supervision of the incumbent.
17. Perform any other tasks as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or,
- University degree in the above fields with twelve years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Experience at an international level in managing programmes, covering emergency, stabilization, and development areas;
- Previous experience as a Head of Office, Chief of Mission, and/or Senior Programme Manager with a Government or UN agency, or a regional or international organization;
- Extensive experience in public relations, as well as liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities and institutions;
- Experience in managing IOM offices and liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions;
- Excellent understanding of and proven experience in the UN systems and experience in a crisis context; and,
- Work experience in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is an asset.
Skills
- Proven knowledge of programme development, management, and capacity-building methodologies;
- Demonstrated knowledge of refugee and migration-related issues, including economic and social conditions of migrants in several countries;
- Proven knowledge of financial and administrative management;
- In-depth knowledge of the triple nexus and broad-based migration-related programming in complex environments;
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming; and,
- Knowledge of programme management in an emergency context.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English and French 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.
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 3
- 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.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3
- 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 leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. 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 all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
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, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.
IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.
IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM WAVE system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies
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Job info
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)Initial Contract Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension
Org Type: Country Office
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: Professional
Grade: P-5
Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No