International Organization for Migration Senior Migrant Protection and Assistance Advisor Jobs in Ethiopia

International Organization for Migration Senior Migrant Protection and Assistance Advisor Jobs in Ethiopia

Closing date: 22 Aug 2019

Position Title : Senior Migrant Protection and Assistance Advisor

Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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 : 22 August 2019

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 work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

Internal candidates

External female candidates:

Candidate from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Bahamas; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; El Salvador; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic

Republic (the); Libya; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States

of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Paraguay; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission to Ethiopia and Representative to the African Union, IGAD and UNECA, the successful candidate will be responsible for the below listed responsibilities:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Provide advice and direct support to the Office of the Commissioner on migrant protection and assistance policies and strategies, including coordination with key partners, and relevant AUC departments.

Provide guidance the Department of Social Affairs in enhancing the capacity of AU Member States on resource mobilization and partnership building for ensuring sustainable funding of migrant protection and assistance policies and programmes, in line with international and continental strategic frameworks.

Support mainstreaming of migrant protection and assistance policies in AU Member States specifically for vulnerable migrants, including unaccompanied migrant children, and return and reintegration.

Provide advice and technical support on promoting migrant protection and assistance for AU member states through.

Advocacy and technical assistance on capacity development programmes for governmental and non-governmental entities.

Provide support in developing and implementing M&E mechanisms on the MPFA with regards to migrant protection assistance as well as knowledge management systems on migrant protection and assistance within the Department of Social Affairs.

Support the Department of Social Affairs in the planning and implementation of results monitoring framework in consultation with RECs, Member States, regional dialogues and partners on topics related to migrant protection and assistance.

Oversee the development process of responses to development and migration related inquiries from the Commissioner of Social Affairs, and other stakeholders.

Draft policy papers on issues of migrant protection and assistance in the African continent, with the aim of disseminating updated information through regular publications and/or information bulletins.

Prepare responses to ad-hoc requests from AU member states, sub regional and continental bodies on issues of migrant protection and assistance.

Keep abreast of, analyze and provide advice on developments related to migrant protection and assistance globally and in the region.

Direct the representation strategy of the AUC at regional and continental conferences, workshops, seminars and meetings on migrant protection and assistance.

Brief the Commissioner and Director of Social Affairs on developments related to migrant protection and assistance

policies as required.

Work closely with relevant AUC departments on coordination of migrant protection and assistance related issues.

Perform any other duties as requested by H.E the Commissioner of Social Affairs.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Master’s degree in Economic Sciences, Social Development Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or

University degree in the above fields with 12 years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

At least 10 years of working experience in migrant protection and assistance policies and strategies, migration affairs and development, preferably for a national government or intergovernmental organization in Africa;

At least 10 years of Experience in project planning, coordination, development, management, monitoring and evaluation;

Strong experience in managing staff, an office and liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions with proven record;

Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

1 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 three values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

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.

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 action 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 potential.

Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

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.

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 22 August 2019 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

Posting period:

From 09.08.2019 to 22.08.2019

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 2019/202(P)SeniorMigrantProtection&AssistanceAdvisor(P5)-Addis Ababa,Ethiopia

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