National Project Officer – Migration Governance and Protection

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

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission with Coordination Functions for Cape Verde, Gambia, Guinea Bissau and Sierra Leone based at IOM Dakar, and in close coordination with relevant programme and technical units of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Senegal, the National Project Officer – Migration Governance and Protection will be responsible and accountable for supporting the implementation, monitoring and reporting of migration governance and protection activities in IOM Senegal under the project "Enhancing Protection and Assistance along the Western African Atlantic Route (WAAR)".
The incumbent will contribute to liaison, information-sharing and technical exchanges with relevant stakeholders and participating IOM offices, while supporting project activities, partnerships, reporting and capacity-building efforts in IOM Senegal.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
1. Monitor the implementation of assigned project activities in IOM Senegal in accordance with International Organization for Migration (IOM) procedures and donor requirements, and report on progress and risks to remain on track, compliant and accountable to stakeholders.
2. Prepare and monitor work plans, budgets, results frameworks, monitoring tools and project implementation schedules for assigned components, analysing variances and recommending adjustments, in order to sustain effective resource use and delivery of planned results.
3. Coordinate the collection, verification, analysis and reporting of project data and interpret findings, to inform evidence-based decisions, adjust implementation and strengthen the quality and credibility of donor reporting.
4. Liaise with government counterparts, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Implementing Partners (IPs), United Nations (UN) agencies and other stakeholders involved in project implementation in IOM Senegal to provide technical guidance, resolve operational issues and maintain effective partnerships.
5. Contribute to the planning and delivery of capacity-building activities for government officials, civil society partners, communities and other project stakeholders.
6. Organise workshops, coordination meetings, assessments, monitoring visits and technical consultations related to project implementation and harmonise their outcomes into actionable findings, to contribute to informed decision-making and the achievement of project objectives.
7. Provide technical inputs to participating IOM offices and regional counterparts and document lessons learned to support coherence across the project and improve programming through shared experience.
8. Participate in the preparation of project reports, visibility materials, briefing notes, concept notes and other programme documents.
9. Apply protection, gender, age, diversity, Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment (PSEAH) and data protection principles throughout the project implementation.
10. Undertake duty travel related to project implementation, monitoring, assessments and liaison with project stakeholders to support field-based activities and verify results at the source.
11. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience
EDUCATION
• Master's degree in Humanitarian Protection, Social Work, Psychology, Law, International Relations, International Development, Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,
• Bachelor's degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
• Experience in humanitarian project management would be an asset;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organisations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organisations, non-government or government institutions/organisation in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
SKILLS
• Good knowledge or experience on the topic of migrant protection, child protection, GBV, fight against trafficking in persons, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS);
• Good command of MS-Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong knowledge of migration governance and regional frameworks related to human mobility in West Africa;
• Excellent institutional coordination and partnership management skills;
• Very good analytical and writing skills;
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously; and,
• Experience in using project management, monitoring and reporting tools.

Languages1 

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
REQUIRED
For this position, fluency in French and English is required (oral and written).
DESIRABLE
Good knowledge of local languages (Wolof, Fulani, Manding).

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.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Required Skills

Job info