Mobility VN: Project Officer (Labour and Human Development (LHD)) (Internal Applicants Only)

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

• Contribute to the implementation of the project according to the documents approved by the donor and the terms of the contract, as well as in compliance with IOM financial and donor internal standards and procedures.
• Monitor the workplan and specifically the General Operational Plan (POG) and annual operational plans (POA) as requested by the donor.
• Coordinate the project teams in the 4 regions of implementation.
• Maintain liaison and coordination with Non-Governmental Organization (NGOs)/ Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Niger to conduct vocational trainings and start-up development activities, ensure their regular monitoring and facilitate evaluation of the implemented actions.
• Research and document emerging labour migration trends in Niger, draft briefs, proposals and other written materials to facilitate resource mobilization and other strategic engagements with key partners, including donors and government entities.
• Contribute to ongoing tasks related to project development and management and fund raising activities specifically linked to the Labour and Human Development (LHD) portfolio, and participate in relevant meetings and events as required.
• Facilitate external communication for visibility purposes of the project, its activities and its results.
• Facilitate timely and quality reporting to the donor inclusive of financial reporting and audit needs.
• Undertake duty travels as required providing technical guidance to project staff and implementingpartners and compile field monitoring reports highlighting implementation challenges and solutions.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s Degree in Migration Studies, Law, Public Policy, Development Studies, Political Science, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in migration management and knowledge of migration policy development;
• Previous experience working in the field of Labour Mobility and Human Development;
• Experience in project management with financial and supervisory oversight; and,
• Experience at IOM and/or other UN agencies is an advantage.

Skills

• Knowledge of LHD-specific priorities relevant to the project;
• Strong coordination, competence and ability to promote communication and knowledge sharing and ensuring high quality of programmatic outputs;
• Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
• Demonstrated conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
• Demonstrated communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,
• Establishing and maintaining partnerships with development partners, government counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.

Languages

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

Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, 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.