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 Chief of Mission (COM) in Niger and direct supervision of Programme Officer (Protection and Reintegration), and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) at the Regional Office and relevant Divisions/Departments /Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Project Officer (Reintegration) will be responsible and accountable for supporting the effective coordination and delivery of assistance to returning migrants. The successful candidate will support in strengthening reintegration schemes, planning, budgeting, implementing, and monitoring and evaluation of migrants’ reintegration assistance for IOM Niger under the Migrant Protection, Return and Reintegration Programme in Sub-Saharan Africa (MPRR-SSA).
- Contribute to oversight and coordination of IOM caseworkers, reintegration assistants and reintegration and/or protection partners.
- Facilitate training as well as ongoing counselling and guidance to staff and contribute to the establishment of a sound reintegration case management system in compliance with IOM standards of assistance.
- Support and provide technical inputs for the establishment of national reintegration schemes in coordination with national counterparts (government, civil society, etc.).
- Provide information and technical assistance for the development, enhancement, and implementation of national standard operating procedures (SoPs) related to return and reintegration.
- Coordinate with sending missions to facilitate timely and dignified return of migrants to Niger and adjust the reintegration schemes based on IOM and donors’ guidelines.
- Facilitate the mainstreaming of protection into reintegration activities by encouraging and providing guidance for the provision of adequate assistance for vulnerable categories of migrants, such as victims of trafficking, unaccompanied migrants, and migrants with psychosocial and/or physical health concerns.
- Assess training needs on reintegration and/or protection issues and need for capacity building among local authorities, local NGOs, international NGOs, and other stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance, capacity building support and guidance to implementing partners and Government counterpart.
- Assess the possibility to fluent implementation of community projects in areas with high numbers of returnees.
- Monitor and follow up on the proper documentation and reporting of reintegration activities and projects carried out; ensure supportive documents for the projects are recorded in the database and draft portions of donor reports concerning reintegration activities.
- Oversee appropriate data management of reintegration beneficiaries, including entering case data into IOM databases and proper filing in accordance with IOM Data Protection Principles.
- Contribute to the development of project concepts/proposals, resource mobilization initiatives related to reintegration, as appropriate.
- Maintain close contacts with national and state authorities, programme partners, civil society, the international community, and donors to coordinate the delivery of reintegration support and to maintain visibility of activities.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Education
- Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience, or,
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
- Experience in programme conceptualisation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
- Experience in project development and capacity-building activities;
- Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;
- Familiarity with financial and business administration;
- Proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country and in the Region;
- Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with stakeholders;
- In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
Skills
- Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities;
- Good supervision, coordination, and information management skills;
- Good knowledge of the UN System, NGOs and other international organizations/institutions;
- Knowledge of migration data, labour migration patterns in Niger and ability to negotiate with government authorities;
- Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
- Good conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
- Good communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,
- Ability to maintain 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.