Національний/-а Керівниця Програми / (National Programme Officer (MBG)) – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: National Programme Officer (MBG)

Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine

Classification: National Officer, Grade NO-B 

Type of Appointment: Fixed-Term, One Year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 17 August 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.

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:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer (IBG), the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring coordination and smooth implementation of projects activities, including capacity building and high-level Government liaison in relation to IOM-implemented projects in the sphere of Migration and Border Governance (MBG).

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Coordinate the overall implementation of the projects in the Migration and Border Governance (MBG) portpolio, including the oversight of the financial, logistical, administrative and technical aspects in accordance with IOM’s policies, practices and global standards as well as relevant requirements, guidelines and grant agreements.

Lead the planning, implementation and monitoring of infrastructure projects within the MBG programme through supervising engineers and other project staff. Document and evaluate results, identify the causes of deviations and bottlenecks and recommend and implement corrective actions.

Serve as IOM’s liaison person with state agencies and ministries responsible for the areas of migration and border governance, customs and trade facilitation, and rule of law. Liaise with relevant government officials to facilitate the planning, implementation and monitoring of IOM projects in the MBG sphere.

Identify potential areas for project development and contribute to the development of new projects for the existing and potential donors by analyzing problems and needs, selecting and summarizing background information, assessing the local context and drafting segments of project proposals.

Support the MBG programme coordinator in liaising with donors concerning the development of new initiatives, project implementation, monitoring and reporting, as well as communication and coordination with relevant state agencies.

Liaise with relevant international networks, embassies, UN agencies, and international organizations active in the border and migration governance sphere in Ukraine in order to avoid overlaps and ensure complementarity and synergies in related project activities.

Coordinate the elaboration and dissemination of reports for donors, government and other relevant stakeholders ensuring timely submission and compliance with donor and IOM requirements.

Participate in relevant conferences, working groups, workshops, steering committees, and other forums related to the MBG programme and represent IOM.

Supervise, train, and guide project staff, and ensure quality control of project documents produced by project teams.

Participate in the development and adjustment of methodologies, contingency plans, approaches and standard operations procedures to respond to emerging challenges in the county through a consultative process with other relevant parties in the office.

Liaise with other IOM units in project development and implementation as required.

Undertake duty travel as required related to project implementation and monitoring.

Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or

Master’s Degree in above-mentioned fields with at least two years of relevant professional work experience.

Experience

Experience in developing and implementing various types of capacity development activities.

Experience in supervising and monitoring the work of the project staff, ensuring quality control of the documents being produced within the project.

Experience in IOM administrative and financial management, including contracting, budget monitoring, budget revision, budget forecasts, tendering and project extension.

Experience in liaising with governmental counterparts, including high-level officials.

Experience in producing different types of reports, including inside the organization, as well as for governmental counterparts and donors.

Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).

Skills

In depth knowledge of a broad range of migration and border governance related subject areas.

Good managerial, reporting and representation skills.

Good navigation in Ukrainian legislation in the sphere of migration and border governance.

Knowledge of the organization’s financial rules and regulations.

Good communication skills to establish and ensure further maintenance of relations with high level officials from government counterparts.

Languages

For all applicants, fluency in English and Ukrainian is required (oral and written).

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: 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 2

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 2

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.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this 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 using the IOM Personal History Form and sending to [email protected]  by  17 August 2023 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 03.08.2023 to 17.08.2023