Position Title: Programme Coordinator (Integrated Border Stability Mechanism (IBSM))

Duty Station: Dakar, Senegal

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 03 May 2023

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.

Context:

The International Organization for Migration, Regional Office for West and Central Africa will establish an Integrated Border Stability Mechanism (IBSM) as a multilateral coordinating structure with the aim of strengthening cooperative border governance and security in areas strategically relevant for regional stability, with a particular focus on promoting cross-border cooperation between neighboring states in the field of border security management.

By improving coordination and cooperation among relevant national, regional, and international stakeholders, the IBSM aims at specifically supporting West African states, and development partners in facilitating joint action and executing regional and national strategies and policy frameworks in support of border stability.

The IBSM will be managed by a secretariat, led by IOM in partnership with the United Nations Office for Counter Terrorism and the United Nations Office for Drugs and Crime and will support the members of the IBSM in achieving their joint objectives.

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director for West and Central Africa and direct supervision of the Senior Regional Thematic Specialist (Immigration and Border Governance), the Programme Coordinator (IBSM) will be responsible and accountable for managing the IBSM secretariat and all components related to the achievement of the objectives of the IBSM.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Manage the overall implementation of the Integrated Border Stability Mechanism (IBSM) component of the project, and be the interface with the donors in terms of strategic engagement;
2. Oversee IBSM’s financial, administrative and technical activities and the preparation of regular project reports, in coordination with the IOM Country Office in Ghana, in line with IOM’s policies and practices and donor requirements.
3. Be responsible for preparing and organizing high-level and technical level meetings, as well as other partner meetings required to advance IBSM’s objectives.
4. Oversee and maintain strong working relations and liaise with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in the IBSM Secretariat, and establish partnerships with other relevant development and implementing partners that provide support to relevant authorities with the objective of strengthening stability at border areas.
5. In coordination with the UN agencies of the Secretariat, oversee outreach to focal points in West African governments and regional organizations, implementing agencies and embassies and compile information on the situation in border areas and ongoing interventions in line with the objectives of IBSM.
6. In close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS):

• Design an effective IBSM communication and outreach plan, in consultation with the UNagencies of the Secretariat, to disseminate tailored information and communicate about IBSM as required to its members and any other internal and external audience;
• Engage with relevant IOM colleagues at a national, regional and global level to identify emerging needs and priorities relevant to promoting stability at border areas covered;
• Ensure adequate information management on Immigration and Border Governance (IBG)-related subjects through research and data/information collection to produce analytical reports and recommendations for the development and update of roadmaps of interventions in line with the objectives of IBSM, and provide updates to support COsin identifying areas of programming and interventions relevant to IOM’s mandate; and,
• Develop and implement contextualized capacity-development activities and on migration and border management, incorporating up-to-date best practices in programming targeting IBG staff and relevant institutions in the Region, in line with IBSM’s objectives.

1. In coordination with the RTS, and in consultation with the UN agencies of the Secretariat, ensure the monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of the IBSM’s coordination function and the implementation of the ISBM road map.
2. Prepare relevant working documents, in consultation with the UN agencies of the Secretariat, for the proper functioning of IBSM, including Terms of Reference (ToRs) and work plan.
3. In accordance with the Organization’s procedures and regulations, set-up, manage and coordinate the day-to-day operations of IBSM Secretariat, including the supervision of IOM’s IBSM staff and consultants, to achieve IBSM’s objectives of the reporting results and identifying possible challenges and improvement measures.
4. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Law, Migration Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the field of migration, including operational and field experience
• Extensive experience in liaising with governmental authorities, UN agencies and other national/international development partners and civil society;
• Extensive work experience with Government authorities in the thematic area of immigration and border management;
• Experience in IOM project development, and management;
• Demonstrated expertise relevant to IBG programming as follows: national migration and border management strategies; border management policy and practice, border management and security; integrated border management;
• Experience in related policy and legal areas of border and immigration governance;
• Extensive experience in capacity development in migration and border management; and,
• Strong experience in writing reports, summaries, analytical papers, among others.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations; and,
• Strong analytical and writing skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

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 3

• 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 3

• 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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

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.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

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 and who do not have prior experience outside the duty station’s country as staff member in the Professional category 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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications HERE via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 03 May 2023 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

No Fees:

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.

Requisition: VN 2023 151 Programme Coordinator (Integrated Border Stability Mechanism (IBSM)) (P4)

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