VN 2017/166 (P) - Chief of Mission (P5) - Manila, Philippines

Position Title Chief of Mission

Duty Station :Manila, Philippines Classification Professional Staff, Grade P5

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

Closing Date : 02 August 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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. Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

3. External female candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director (RD) for Asia and the Pacific, with the administrative support of Manila (Global) Administrative Center (MAC) and in close coordination with the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) and relevant units at Headquarters (HQ), the successful candidate will be IOM's interlocutor with the relevant ministries and local government authorities, diplomatic representatives, UN Specialized Agencies, local and international NGOs and private sector. S/he will be responsible and accountable for developing and promoting IOM's strategy and programming in the Republic of the Philippines within the overall regional framework.

The COM will be responsible for the overall operations of the Mission, ensuring that programmes are designed and implemented in line with government and donor expectations, and that IOM’s reputation and profile is enhanced through its programmatic contributions to the country.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

I. Mission Management and Strategy

1. Take full responsibility for the successful execution of ongoing programmes, including the development of robust oversight and support mechanisms to ensure the effective, efficient delivery of assistance in accordance with IOM, donor and government requirements. 2. Develop IOM's overall strategy in the Philippines with appropriate consultation with the Regional Office, Headquarters and other relevant actors. Ensuring IOM's programmes are Page 1 / 4dynamic and responsive to the evolving social, economic and political environment in the country, and that IOM's contribution to the country is perceived by all stakeholders as relevant, cost effective and conducted in a spirit of partnership.

3. Stimulate, catalyze and support project development, assessing the appropriateness and effectiveness of programme development and fundraising and strategies and recommend ways to improve these.

4. Play an integral role in migration policy discussions with UN/government and to seek to enshrine IOM best practice in national policies and programmes.

5. Advise the Regional Office and HQs on national policy and emerging matters as well as government migration policies affecting the activities of IOM in the Philippines and make recommendations or prepare proposals for appropriate action.

6. Participate in appropriate policy and operational United Nations Country Team (UNCT) inter-agency mechanisms, in particular with a view to ensuring migration related issues are properly reflected in relevant UN operational frameworks and as guided by the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

7. Participate in the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT) and provide support to other inter-agency planning processes and the overall humanitarian strategy. 8. Direct and monitor the project planning, design and implementation in the Philippines and give necessary support to the IOM sub-office(s). Evaluate IOM’s operational activities in the Philippines and prepare recommendations with a view to increasing their effectiveness. 9. Support the regional and international processes and dialogues on migration relevant to the country. Ensure the participation of government officials in these initiatives. II. Resource management and capacity building:

10. Direct the operational, human resources, administrative, budgetary and financial activities of the Mission in accordance with the Organization's rules and procedures, with a view to maintaining strong oversight mechanisms. Ensuring the full implementation of all IOM regulations relating to staff employment and ethics.

11. Participate in Security Management Team meetings and, in close coordination with the Director of MAC and SSU, supervise the implementation of policies and procedures which give priority to staff safety and security.

12. Report regularly to the RD and other interested partners on progress achieved and developments in the Philippines. Prepare regular and specific narrative, impact, policy, financial, evaluation and statistical reports covering IOM activities; prepare briefings and background information requested by RO and HQs, the Government and other entities. III. Representation of IOM:

13. Develop and promote liaison with governmental authorities and diplomatic missions, international and regional organizations, development partners (such as the Asian Development Bank), NGOs and voluntary agencies, airlines and public media in the region, particularly with view to identifying migration-related areas for developing common activities/projects in a complementary manner, identify needs and priorities for cooperation and project development as well as for fundraising purposes.

14. Represent the Organization at national and international conferences and meetings. Page 2 / 415. Develop public relations and media activities in order to promote IOM's image and programmes.

16. Take part in the development of any other relevant planning tools such as National Action plans, Migration Profiles, etc.

17. Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Law, Political Science, Human Rights, Humanitarianism, 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. Experience

• Experience in programme coordination and managerial responsibilities specifically in the humanitarian field relating to migration, transition and recovery, peace building, returnees, IDP issues, showing increasing levels of responsibility;

• Experience in field-work in a challenging environment and community based processes necessary;

• Experience in implementing projects in fragile and post-conflict political settings; • Willingness to travel extensively to very remote and isolated field locations and work in a diverse multi-cultural environment;

• Familiarity with the UN system;

• Strong and proven, analytical skills.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• 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;

Page 3 / 4• 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. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

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 02 August 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 20.07.2017 to 02.08.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/166 (P) - Chief of Mission (P5) - Manila, Philippines (55123939) Released Posting: Posting NC55123944 (55123944) Released

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