Migration Policy Specialist/ Area Coordinator – Представництво МОМ в Україні

Classification:  General Service Staff

Type of Appointment:  Special Short-Term ungraded

Duration: Six months with possibility of extension

All Inclusive Salary: 2000 USD per month

Estimated Start Date:  As soon as possible

Closing Date: 4 November 2021

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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context: 

The Migration Policy Specialist/ Area Area Coordinator, to be located in IOM Ukraine Office, will support the Mission in its response to all IOM commitments to the UN Reform and contribute actively to wider UN System Frameworks. The Migration Policy Specialist /Area Coordinator will uphold and strengthen IOM’s core thematic role in migration, and as Coordinator of the UN Network for Migration, including the follow-up reviews and reporting processes on the GCM, as well as advocating for migration as a development lever at appropriate forums. 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Ukraine, and direct supervision of the Policy, Liaison and Programme Development Coordinator, , and in close coordination with the Senior Area Coordinator, the Area Coordinator will assist in implementing and coordinating activities intended to contribute to reinforce IOM policy and external capacities as a key stakeholder in the implementation of the UN Reform, as well as in the global governance of migration, and ensure that migration is duly considered in relevant Development Cooperation Frameworks including but not limited to the Common Country Analysis (CCA) and the United Nations Sustainable development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) in order to build opportunities for joint programming. In addition, the  Area Coordinator will support the Unit/Supervisor in strengthening IOM’s lead role as Network Coordinator, particularly by ensuring contributions by government and other stakeholders to the 2022 IMRF.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Assist IOM Country Office in performing activities related to integrating and mainstreaming migration in the various development frameworks in coordination with the supervisor and the Senior Area Coordinator,  
2. Assist in developing a coherent mapping of all ongoing processes, initiatives, platforms and strategies related to Migration at the country level, and their associated obligations and requirements for the IOM Country Office:
3. Act as focal point for administrative coordination with the Senior Area Coordinator and other relevant colleagues; and,
4. Compile, summarize and map relevant information on country level into a straightforward document. 
5. Assist in conducting assessment of IOM’s institutional policy and administrative capacities on country level: 
6. Act as focal point for administrative coordination and facilitate interviews with key informants at different level of governance in IOM (HQ, RO and COs);
7. Quantify the time and human resources required by IOM Country Offices by keeping a record of   time and human resources spent on the implementation of the UN Reform on country level; and,
8. Draft and produce, in coordination with the Senior Area Coordinator, a report with key strategic recommendations based on the identified shortfalls addressed in the Country Office. 
9. Support the CO in advancing further operationalization of the Country Networks and strengthen the role of IOM as the Network Coordinator/ Chair of the UN Working Group on Migration;
10. Act as a focal point for UN Network related matters, brief IOM Country Office with updates UN Network Secretariat communication, and draft correspondence to support Country Offices in preparing governments and other stakeholders towards the IMRF 2022 through UN Country Networks on Migration or other similar platform; 
11. Collect information and provide support to encourage Government of Ukraine to adopt GCM and to participate in the Champion Country Initiative;
12. Support the Country Office in soliciting government and other stakeholder participation in the relevant migration related events, also as a preparatory exercise to the IMRF 2022 (e.g. High-Level Political Forum, Global Forum on Migration and Development);
13. Collect information and provide support to support the development of Migration-MPTF projects, ideally with a regional scope; and, 
14. Contribute and provide inputs  on sub-regional knowledge and capacity building needs, that might result in the production of guidance, public information sheets, translated documents and/or thematic events.
15. Contribute to Mission periodic reporting on the implementation of the UN Partnership Framework (2018-2022);
16. Support project development by PLPD Unit more broadly, especially in relation to joint initiatives with UN agencies;
17. Contribute to data gathering and analysis work conducted by PLPD Unit. 
18. Undertake additional activities relating to the mainstreaming of migration in UN Reform and in preparation of the IMRF 2022 as required.
19. Perform other duties as may be required from time to time.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with three years of relevant professional experience; or,
• Secondary/High School Diploma with five years of relevant professional experience in above mentioned fields.

Experience 

1. Professional experience (up to 2 years) in migration research and policy issues, preferably in the context of Ukraine;
2. Experience and familiarity in liaising with Government and non Government stakehoders;
3. Familiarity with the UN system
4. Good understanding of the migration dynamics in the Region (Eastern Europe);
5. Excellent organization skills; analytical and creative thinking;
6. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required;
7. Excellent communication and team-building skills with a track record in coordination and building trust with diverse stakeholders.

Languages

Fluency in English and Ukrainian is required. Working knowledge in Russian, is an advantage

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values 

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

• 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.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. 

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and security clearances. 

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form (iom.org.ua/sites/default/files/personal_history_form_0.xls) to [email protected] by 4 November 2021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.