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.
- Facilitates refugee resettlement programme in the Republic of Korea, including caseload management, participating in donor negotiation on programme targets, coordination with the Regional Hub and Country Offices, implementation of institutional standard operating procedures, and project reporting
- Supports necessary activities for movement assistance, including transit, departure, and arrival at the airport, in coordination with relevant service providers; ensures compliance with IOM movement standards and dignified and safe assistance for all persons of concern; reviews agreement and monthly payment with the airport service provider; monitors mission standard operation procedures for movement operations
- Upholds Protection Mainstreaming Minimum Standards while carrying out all duties and responsibilities and demonstrates the ability to remain professional, impartial and unbiased during all interactions with migrants and colleagues per the IOM Standards of Conduct and instruction on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA). Alert the supervisor or management of any non-compliance with SOPs, Protection Mainstreaming Minimum Standards or IOM Standards of Conduct by IOM personnel or partners
- Participates in necessary internal and external communications for Resettlement and Movement Management (RMM) and regularly updates the mission’s movement figures, including communications with the Regional Hub and country offices to address ad-hoc movement needs for vulnerable migrants
- Assists liaison with the ROK government for the Korea Visa Application Centres (KVAC) to timely address the government’s requests in close coordination with the Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) team in Berlin
- Drafts annual donor and/or internal reports for administrative projects for movement assistance and external partnerships; proceeds with timely revisions and amendments to the project to maintain operation
Contributes to the partnerships with government bodies, civil society networks, and international organizations relevant to migrant protection, such as AVRR, counter-trafficking and smuggling, alternatives to detention, and migrant child rights and protection
- Supports addressing inquiries from vulnerable migrants residing in the ROK, including referring cases to external organizations or seeking available in-house support for AVRR
- Assists liaison with the Ministry of Justice to maintain their engagement with the ANDEX network, as well as its participation in IBG-related global events; promotes IOM’s expertise in border management to identify and develop programme opportunities in collaboration with the government and other stakeholders
Performs any other duties as may be assigned
Education
- School diploma with six years of relevant experience, or
- Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs, Political or Social Science, Peace and Conflict Studies, Migration Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant experience.
Experience
- Demonstrated experience in project support, management, development, implementation, and evaluation;
- Experience in liaison with donors and government counterparts;
- Strong knowledge of reporting for different stakeholders, donors and project partners;
Work experience in international, non-governmental and/or governmental organizations is desirable.
Skills
- Familiarity with humanitarian assistance, international development, and migration issues;
- Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Ecxel is essential; the usage on electronic tools such as SAP is an advantage;
Languages
All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
For this position, fluency in English and Korean is required (oral and written).
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.