Senior Government Liaison Associate – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates 

Position Title: Senior Government Liaison Associate
Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G7
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term, Nine months with the possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 15 July 2022 

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 (CoM) and the Policy, Liaison, and Programme Development (PLPD) Coordinator, and direct supervision of National Officer (Government Liaison), in collaboration with relevant units within the Mission, the Government Liaison Associate will be responsible and accountable for supporting liaison functions between IOM and the Government stakeholders in the field of migration in Ukraine.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. In coordination with the National Government Liaison Officer support establishment and maintenance of contacts with relevant governmental partners at the central (and possibly local level), as well as with the Parliament of Ukraine for information collection and sharing in the sphere of migration; for identifying the needs and opportunities for advancing migration management policy, legal and institutional framework in Ukraine and for identifying entry points for engagement of governmental stakeholders.
2. Provide specialized administrative and technical support to the PLPD unit in the implementation of programme activities with relevant governmental partners ensuring the smooth coordination of logistical arrangements for events, conferences, meetings, trainings, workshops, seminars and briefings of government counterparts.
3. Work in close collaboration with the Recourse management team, programme and projects’ staff in the Country Office as required for resolving any operational-related issues and exchange of information. In this context the Government Liaison Associate will establish close synergies with and seek guidance from the Recourse management team in terms of operational policies and procedures.
4. Keep track of evolving security situation in Ukraine and impact on population movements, along governmental stakeholders’ response; capture developments in frequent reporting IOM is committed to in a diverse and inclusive environment. Ensure that the Country Office is informed of local and international developments which may have an impact on IOM operations at the ground.
5. Support advocacy actions of IOM Ukraine with governmental partners at the central (and possibly local level), as well as with the Parliament of Ukraine on key topics of migration management in Ukraine, regional and global level (including the Global Compact on Migration) and IOM policies and programmatic interventions.
6. Assist in development and implementation of specific PLPD initiatives that respond to IOM’s priorities and government request for support to advance policy, legal and institutional framework on migration, by facilitating exchanges between IOM and all involved government stakeholders as, and when advised by PLPD Coordinator and National Government Liaison Officer.
7. Support the National Officer (Government Liaison) in developing and consolidating analytical materials on Government priorities and strategies relevant to IOM’s mandate. 
8. Support the efforts of the PLPD Unit in designing and implementing capacity enhancement initiatives for Government and other stakeholders on effective migration management (such as training courses, exchange visits, etc).
9. Assist the National Officer (Government Liaison) in drafting correspondence, reports, briefing notes, background materials, talking points, minutes, etc as required.
10. Perform other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the incumbent’s scope of services above.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Political Science, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Law and International Relations from an accredited academic institution with at least five years of relevant professional experience. 

OR

• High School Diploma/Certificate with seven years of relevant professional experience in above mentioned fields.

Experience 

• Very good understanding of migration governance issues in Ukraine, migration policy and legislation and its application;
• Experience in liaising work with government entities, as well as other actors (UN agencies, civil society, private sector, academia, etc);  
• Sound knowledge of government institutions at the central and local level;
• An overall understanding of the work of the Parliament and its commissions;
• Experience of project development and report writing in development and/or conflict settings and humanitarian support; 
• Experience in technical writing, editing, and reporting in English;
• Good understanding of the political climate in Ukraine.     
• Experience with the EU or the UN, or another international organization is an asset.
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization
• Advanced research, writing, outreach and communications skills.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Ukraine’s political and humanitarian issues.
• Excellent writing and editing skills in English.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer/information systems skills.

Languages

Fluency in English, Ukrainian and Russian is required. 

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.

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 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 Personal History Form to [email protected] by 15 July 2022 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Posting period:

From 05.07.2022 to 15.07.2022