National Programme Officer (Prevention of Violent Extremism and Rehabilitation)

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 Iraq’s PVE program aims at analysing and addressing underlying drivers, motivations and vulnerabilities to violent extremism that may arise in context of marginalization, exclusion, human rights violations, social isolation, exposure to radical ideologies, and lack of livelihood opportunities. To address these factors, IOM relies on its institutional strengths as building blocks for its efforts to address local conditions that are conducive to violent extremism. Working at the institutional, community and individual levels, IOM Iraq supports a whole-of society approach to understanding and addressing underlying vulnerabilities and building community and individual resiliency.

In this context, IOM’s Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division is supporting the Government of Iraq (GoI) to roll out its “National Strategy to Combat Violent Extremism,” adopted in 2019 by the National Security Council and Endorsed by Prime Minister in 2021. More specifically, IOM is supporting the GoI’s Implementation Committee to pilot the National Strategy in six locations, working closely with local and regional authorities, civil society organizations (CSOs), communities and other stakeholders to develop and roll out Plans of Action based on priority components of the overarching Strategy. This approach recognizes challenges related to both vertical and horizontal intra-governmental coordination in the Iraq context, and the importance of targeted measures to bridge the policy-implementation gap.

Under the overall supervision of the Head, Peace, Recovery and Solutions Division (PRSD) and direct supervision of Programme Officer (Return and Reintegration), the program Officer will be responsible and accountable for planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring and overseeing the activities of PVE 

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between IOM Iraq PVE Program and the National PVE Committee and the districts PVE sub-committees.

•  Supervise the PVE Senior Program Assistant and other staff as assigned.

• In coordination with the PVE Program Manager and PVE Program Officer, oversees the design and delivery of technical assistance activities to PVE government stakeholders, managing program assistants, consultants, and implementing partners.

•  Support  coordination with the KRG to develop a policy strategy document which localizes the National PVE Strategy to the Kurdish context.

• Work in partnership with the Office of the National Security Advisor and the National PVE Committee to support the quarterly conferences on the implementation of the National Strategy.

• Work in partnership with the Mayors’ of the six districts to strengthen implementation of the local PVE Plans of Action through capacity building and overseeing in-kind projects.

• Strengthen relationships and synergies with other IOM programs, UN agencies, and local and international CSOs working on PVE relevant areas of work.

•  Develop capacity building materials, for civil society, government, and other non-government actors.  Contribute to the development of materials and professional skills for the PVE team, trainers, and civil society partners. Provides facilitation support as required during trainings and other capacity building activities.

• In coordination with the PVE Program Officer and CSO Fund Officer, supports the Wasl Civil Society Fund team by strengthening synergies between CSOs and the district PVE sub-committees as well as providing technical assistance to grantees and the senior program assistants on grantee deliverables.

•  Guide and coordinate, as delegated by the PVE Program Officer, filed research teams working on PVE. This may include tasks such as identification of relevant stakeholders, logistical support for data collection and other tasks that contribute to strengthening IOM PVE programming in area of operation.

• Attend meetings with government and donor as required, including present key findings and lessons learned from programming and research, facilitate meetings and workshops and discussions.

• Undertake duty travel as required to oversee, monitor and to attend coordination meetings with relevant government and nongovernment stakeholders.

• As needed, contribute to narrative and progress reports, cost modifications, public information material, and other documents, as required by IOM and/or project donors.

• Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in international relations, Development studies, Social Sciences, Business Management, Public Administration, or any related field from an accredited academic university or institute with two years of relevant experience; or 

• Bachelor’s degree in the above-mentioned fields with  four years of relevant experience.

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

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in engaging and liaising with senior government of Iraq and local government officials. 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in project management, with strong financial management and oversight background. Strong managerial and leadership background, including remote management.

• Relevant experience in prevention of violent extremism or relevant areas such as peacebuilding experience is desired.

• Strong organizational, coordination, and diplomatic skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships. 

• Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of actors, including government authorities and humanitarian actors. 

• In-depth understanding of technical assistance and capacity building approaches. 

• Excellent writing and reporting skills, with a focus on creating clear, concise, and official documentation for government partners and donor reporting.

Skills

• Work prioritization and ability to multitask.

• Shares knowledge and experience.

• Positive, constructive attitude.

• Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a minimum of comfort.

• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.

• Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.

• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

• Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.

• Highest standards of integrity, discretion, and loyalty.

• Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.

• Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

Languages

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

Fluency in English is required 

Arabic and Kurdish are advantage Languages

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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• 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

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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