VN 2017/115 (P) - Unit Head, Panama Unit (LEGCR-PU) (P3) - Panama City, Panama

Position Title Unit Head, Panama Unit (LEGCR-PU) Contract Division Duty Station :Panama City, Panama

Classification Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible

Closing Date : 29 May 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo

Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia,

Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya,

Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru,

Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, United Republic of

Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela

(Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

The Office of Legal Affairs (LEG) provides legal support and advice to all parts of IOM (Headquarters, Administrative Centres, Regional Offices and Country Offices). The Legal Counsel also provides legal support to the Policy Making Bodies on constitutional matters, mandate and procedures. LEG consists of three divisions.

Within LEG, the Contract Division (LEGCR), through its Units in Manila and Panama, reviews and approves the conclusion of contracts and similar agreements for IOM as provided for in IN/99 Rev.2. Such contracts and agreements include Memorandum of Understanding, local cooperation agreements with States, IGOs, NGOs and other partners, declaration and consent forms for IOM beneficiaries.

In addition, LEGCR deals with various legal issues concerning contractual relations, including contract negotiation, advise on intellectual property rights, contractor’s non-performance, termination, contractual disputes, arbitration, misconduct by contractor’s employees, and complaints made by a contractor and its employees, as relevant.

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Legal Counsel and the direct supervision of

the Division Head, Contract Division (LEGCR), the Unit Head, Panama Unit (LEGCR-PU) will: Page 1 / 3Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the day-to-day management and administration of the work of LEGCR-PU and guide and supervise the work of the legal officers within the Unit.

2. Draft, review and approve various types of contracts and agreements necessary for the development and implementation of IOM projects in a timely manner with minimal supervision, taking into account of IOM’s legal status, IOM’s contract templates and the organizational policies, regulations and rules.

3. Assist the Division Head in drafting, revising and updating IOM contract templates, including identifying the needs of developing new templates and revising existing templates. 4. Provide timely and pertinent legal advice to contract related (potential) disputes and other problems, including proposing the best actions in response to court summons or invitation to conciliation or arbitration.

5. Review and provide comments to various organizational policies related to the work of LEGCR, such as procurement policy.

6. Conduct trainings on concluding contracts and agreements for IOM staff for the French/Spanish speaking regions.

7. Participating in negotiating legal terms of contracts and agreements and undertaking consultations with internal and external entities, as required.

8. Work on a variety of in-house legal issues concerning contractual matters, including drafting or reviewing research papers.

9. Follow up on meetings and international conferences (mainly in the French/Spanish speaking regions) relevant to the Office of Legal Affairs regarding issues related to the work of LEGCR. 10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Law, Public International Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or • University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. Experience

• Experience in contract review in an international governmental organization (IGO); • Proven research skills; and

• Practical experience in one or more of international, administrative, civil or commercial law an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English, French and Spanish is required.

Desirable Competencies:

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• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms; • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders; • Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others; • Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience; • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services; • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 29 May 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 16.05.2017 to 29.05.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/115 (P) - Unit Head, Panama Unit (LEGCR-PU) (P3) - Panama City, Panama (55062530) Released

Posting: Posting NC55062537 (55062537) Released

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