Expedited VN: Head of Partnerships and Programme Support Division (PPSD) (P)

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.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director and direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), and in close collaboration with the relevant units at the Regional Office and Headquarters (HQ), Resources Management Office and other relevant Departments in Internatioal Organization for Migration (IOM) Headquarters (Geneva, Switzerland) and Regional Office (Cairo, Eygpt), the Head of Partnerships and Programme Support Division will be responsible for managing the Division which encompasses the Programme Development and Reporting, Strategic Communications, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Partnerships and Liaison Units, including overseeing and leading the programme development, fundraising and resource mobilization, external partnerships and liaison and internal coordination functions of the IOM Syria Country Office (CO).

The Head of Partnerships and Programme Support Division (PPSD) will work closely with the CoM, DCoM/HoP on the following:

• Oversee the overall development, monitoring and evaluation of programme activities under areas of responsibility to ensure projects are developed in line with IOM Syria strategy and projects’ results and deliverables are assessed and analyzed.
• Lead in providing guidance on relevant and thematic fundraising strategies and actively contribute to the Country Office’s (CO’s) resource mobilization efforts by analysing and assessing information on strategic migration-related initiatives, donor policies and priorities, determining new funding opportunities, and defining proactive approaches to partnerships in coordination with Programme Managers.
• Support policy and liaison functions for issues relating to UN internal planning, programming, working towards frameworks including the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Syria, Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan, and any other IOM and UN core Working Groups or frameworks.
• In close coordination with senior management, advise on and contribute to the CO’s strategic planning through developing Appeals that reflect IOM Syria’s priorities in line with IOM and UN global, regional and national strategies, the Strategic Vision and frameworks.
• Liaise with the Resource Management Unit, Headquarters and relevant liaison and Regional Offices to ensure that IOM Syria’s programmes comply with donor, stakeholder and IOM requirements.
• Lead the development of the Mission’s donor and partner outreach, taking into account priorities in Syria and global strategic priorities and objectives, and implement the strategies in close coordination with the CoM, DCoM/HoP and relevant units within the Mission.
• In coordination with the CoM, DCoM/HoP and relevant units within the Mission, establish liaison and maintain a continuous dialogue with relevant stakeholders to coordinate and facilitate the implementation of ongoing programming and promoting new programmes.
• In coordination with the CoM and DCoM/HoP, provide strategic oversight and coordination of government liaison and external engagement functions to ensure consistency of institutional messaging, adherence to established reporting and escalation protocols, and alignment with the Mission’s strategic priorities.
• Prepare policy guidance notes, documentation and briefs for senior management, including the CoM and DCoM/HoP, RD and EO.
• Ensure integrated project support functions such as project development, reporting, donor relations, public information and information management are provided to programme/project units in a timely manner.
• In coordination with Programme Managers, lead project development, public information, donor relations, and information management; and ensure consistency and coherence of project/ programme activities in the Mission in accordance with the mission strategies.
• Identify potential programme activities and projects in relevant thematic areas and areas of interest in line with the IOM mandate and expertise, aiming to further expand the Mission’s partnership basis and scope of activities.
• Assess training needs and coordinate training efforts on PD/PM-PRIMA
• Identify knowledge management initiatives and capacity-building requirements in the mission.
• Ensure a results-based approach and provide significant advice, input and contributions to proposals, ensuring compliance with IOM and donor requirements in line with IOM’s Strategic Results Framework (SRF) and Results Based Management Approach.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,

Experience

• Extensive experience in policy formulation, programme development, implementation and evaluation;
• Demonstrated experience in report writing and coordination with programme managers;

Supervisory experience in staff management;

• Experience in managing humanitarian, recovery and development programmes; and,

Skills

• Knowledge of inter-agency, UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Proven record of establishing and maintaining good working relationships with governmental and diplomatic authorities, national, regional and international institutions as well as civil society actors; and,

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Arabic and another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) 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, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time 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 promote 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.