Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
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
- Candidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.
Organizational Context and Scope
The position will support the M&E requirements of the Pacific Climate Mobility Partnerships Programme (PCMP), a regional programme led by IOM and delivered in partnership with regional organizations, governments, civil society, and technical agencies to advance rights-based, people-
centred climate mobility action across the Pacific as well as other Climate Mobility-related programmes.
- Assist in collecting, maintaining, and analyzing various data for M&E activities.
- File and compile reports that will be produced for the projects/programmes/strategy and keep track of reporting schedules in line with the donor/United Nations Country Team (UNCT) reporting requirements, as well as IOM’s institutional reporting, such as the Institutional Questionnaire (IQ).
- Assist in the design, comment, and/or implementation of special assessments, surveys, and operational research.
- Participate in specific monitoring and reporting exercises as assigned. Monitor report endorsement procedures with the required endorsement entities.
- Liaise with the PSU/donor’s/UNCT Monitoring Team(s) accompanying the project/programme/strategy implementation to document identified issues.
- Conduct preliminary analysis of findings of monitoring and evaluation exercises. Draft specific inputs as assigned for the development of the internal mission guidance on feedback mechanisms and accountability.
- Keep track of the status of indicators that were set for the project/programme/strategy, including IOM Strategic Results Framework (SRF) indicators.
- Flag and bring to the attention of the Programme Officer (Migration & Climate Change) delays or challenges regarding data quality or compliance issues with the IOM, donor, or partners' M&E requirements.
- Participate in specific field monitoring missions as assigned to support data collection according to the monitoring plans and tools and risk monitoring processes.
- Provide administrative backstopping support for the Programme Officer (Migration & Climate Change).
- Prepare inputs for project/initiative development according to specific needs and situation analysis in accordance with IOM standards for project development and related M&E and Results-Based Management (RBM) policies and guidance, in close coordination with the COM, Programme Officer (Migration & Climate Change) and PSU.
- Keep abreast of developments in IOM’s Evaluation and Monitoring and RBM functions to ensure compliance with IOM strategies and institutional monitoring and reporting requirements, including for the SRF, the IQ, Project Information and Management Application (PRIMA) and other M&E frameworks and planning tools.
- Liaise with COSP, PSU, and relevant Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS)/Regional Office units on M&E-related information sharing and timely follow-up on agreed actions.
- Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.
Education
- Master’s degree in International Relations, Political or Social Sciences, Business or Public Administration, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,
- University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience
Experience
- Experience in M&E and reporting in alignment with donor’s/UN requirements;
- Experience in application of IOM/UN rules, regulations and procedures; and,
- Experience with project development and donor liaison.
Skills
- Strong reporting, writing and research skills, preferably related to M&E;
- Excellent communication and analytical skills;
- Demonstrated knowledge of development of data collection tools, their administration and evaluation techniques and practices;
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; and,
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of another official UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) or any Pacific language is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Notes
Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security, as well as accreditation, and any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time in Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children.
IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system-wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.
IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.