VN 2017/269 (P) - Donor Relations Officer (P3) - Geneva, Switzerland

Position Title Donor Relations Officer

Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland

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 : 27 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:

The Donor Relations Division (DRD) aims to strengthen and diversify IOM’s collaboration with donors and partners, including the private sector. It provides guidance and tools to identify donor priorities and match them with ongoing and future IOM programmes. DRD also functions as the Secretariat of the recently established Migration Resource Allocation Committee (MIRAC) which acts as an entry point, prioritizes and allocates flexible voluntary contributions received from donors.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Donor Relations Division, the successful candidate will contribute to DRD’s Resource Mobilization Strategy, analyse strategic funding priorities of the Organization, and expand the donor base of Member States that contribute flexible funding through the MIRAC.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. In support of the Division’s Resource Mobilization Strategy, carry out effective liaison functions with assigned donors, HQs Departments/Divisions, regional and country offices, so as to ensure the timely coordination of project proposals, contractual agreements and the identification of funding opportunities.

2. Develop, implement and innovate strategic donor outreach aimed at increasing flexible Page 1 / 4voluntary contributions to IOM. To this effect, contribute to the creation of a group of ‘like-minded’ donors rallied around the concept of flexible funding.

3. Provide expert support to the newly created Migration Resource Allocation Committee (MIRAC), including the organization and facilitation of MIRAC meetings as well as the monitoring of programming emanating from MIRAC decisions approved by the Director General. 4. Through direct liaison with project managers, track the implementation of projects funded through the MIRAC, including analysing burn rates, troubleshooting and ensuring timely reporting to donors and integration of achievements into the DG’s annual report. 5. Support the Chief DRD in promoting within IOM the strategic prioritization and allocation of flexible funding through regular communication with senior management (including outcome documents produced by annual SMT retreats and PCC/MCC minutes), by keeping track of UN system-wide initiatives (Grand Bargain, NWOW), as well as establishing and maintaining a repository of institutional priorities generated from due diligence exercises (MOPAN, MDR, CAA, External Auditors report, etc.).

6. Track, monitor and report on the utilisation of Humanitarian Assisted to Stranded Migrants (HASM), Global Assistance Fund (GAF), Rapid Response Transportation Fund (RRTF), Migration Emergency Funding Mechanism (MEFM).

7. Coordinate IOM responses to recurrent and adhoc donor requests, including the collection, edition and dissemination of institutional and thematic information.

8. Respond to donor-driven institutional assessments of the Organization (at both HQs and field-levels) aimed at gauging institutional strengths and weaknesses, including by coordinating Department/Division participation and ensuring management responses to these assessments. 9. Carry out high-quality and timely review of donor reports assigned as per division of responsibilities within DRD.

10. Contribute to the creation and roll-out of resource mobilization tools to IOM country missions, regional offices and headquarters divisions.

11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Economics and Business Administration 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 donor relations in international organization;

• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities; • Experience in financial management an advantage;

• In-depth knowledge of IOM project/programme activities and funding processes. Languages

Fluency in English and French is required. Working knowledge of Spanish is an advantage. Page 2 / 4Desirable 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;

• 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 27 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 13.12.2017 to 27.12.2017

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