SVN 2017/217 (P) - Regional Programme Coordinator (P3) - San Jose, Costa Rica

Position Title Regional Programme Coordinator

Duty Station :San Jose, Costa Rica Classification Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Nine months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible

Closing Date : 06 December 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. 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, Bahamas, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia

(Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Costa Rica and in coordination with relevant Headquarters (HQs), Donor Liaison Office and the Regional Office (RO), and in collaboration with COMs in all 8 programme countries, the Regional Conference on Migration and other relevant regional bodies, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overseeing to the Mesoamerica Programme strategy development and implementation, as well as development of complementary proposals to interested donors

The Mesoamerica Programme (Regional Program to Strengthen Capacities to Protect and Assist Vulnerable Migrants in Mesoamerica), established in 2010, covers all 8 countries in the

largest continuous migration corridor in the world: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua and Panama. The programme builds the capacity of governments, civil society and a variety of regional bodies, including the Regional Conference on Migration and SICA, in order to develop strategies to promote regular, orderly and safe migration, and the adequate protection and assistance of vulnerable migrants. The Programme is viewed by the donor, the US Department of State (BPRM), as a key strategic programme to create innovative and sustainable migration governance in the region, including through advancing regional consensus around good practices, in a way that reduces high-risk migration that puts migrants at risk and expand regular migration options that benefit all. Page 1 / 4Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. In close coordination with the CoM, support the development of regional strategic migration evidence-based policy and implementation opportunities in the region coherent with IOM’s mandate and policies, particularly the Sustainable Development Goals, the Global Compact on Migration and IOM’s role in the UN System.

2. In close coordination with the CoM and in collaboration with the Regional Office, advise States, regional bodies and the donor on national and regional migration trends, policies and legislative frameworks in collaboration with the Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS). 3. In close coordination with the CoM, and based on inter-State consensus, develop a multi-year strategy aiming at sustainability and driven by evidence-based policy and innovation, with a focus on quality assurance supported by a results-based management system, consistent with IOM’s mandate and policy priorities.

4. In close coordination with the CoM, develop and secure funding from traditional and new donors for innovative, high-impact initiatives, in close coordination with the relevant donors, government counterparts, public and private institutions, and project partners, ensuring compliance with donor interests and requirements.

5. Maintain regular liaison with international, governmental and non-governmental partners, and advise the Programme Country Offices on partner and donor priorities, resource mobilization, preferences and regional synergies in the field of migration.

6. Coordinate the effective implementation and overall management of the Mesoamerica Programme in coordination with IOM missions in the region and Regional Office, by monitoring the political, administrative and financial aspects.

7. Ensure the accurate monitoring and regular reporting to the COM and donor of the Programme’s compliance with the objectives set in project documents, M&E frameworks and work plans, and ensure overall compliance with donors’ contractual requirements, interests and expectations.

8. Supervise all project staff and consultants, ensuring high performance and human resource management.

9. Review and approve requests for direct assistance to vulnerable migrants, as well as Assisted Voluntary Returns.

10. Ensure processing, endorsement and submissions of project proposals, donor reports, partner agreements (Service Agreements, MoUs, LoAs and other types of contracts) and any other relevant documents, in line with specific internal requirements and procedures. 11. In coordination with the CoM and collaboration with the RO, represent IOM in Programme-related donor meetings, briefings, conferences, Regional Consultative Processes, national UN bodies, as well as meetings with donors, governmental partners, project partners, think tanks policy centers at the national and regional level.

12. Provide weekly briefings to the CoM on programme developments as well as on relevant national and regional developments that may have an impact on the work of IOM. 13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Page 2 / 4• Master’s degree in Development, Political or Social Sciences, 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

• Liaison with donors, government counterparts, UN agencies and/or non-governmental organizations;

• Management of programmes on vulnerable migrant assistance, counter-trafficking and counter-smuggling capacity building;

• multi-country programme management an advantage; PRM donor experience an advantage; • Management of development or labor migration projects an advantage;

• Strategic and policy analysis;

• Clear report-writing and multi-country project development;

• Understanding of and experience working with international human rights instruments, tools and standards with the adaptation and implementation of the same in developing countries; • Excellent oral, writing and organizational skills.

Languages

Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage. Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• 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.

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.

Page 3 / 4Appointment 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 06 December 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 23.11.2017 to 06.12.2017

Requisition: SVN 2017/217 (P) - Regional Programme Coordinator (P3) - San Jose, Costa Rica (55255294) Released

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