Project Officer (Capacity Building) at International Organization for Migration - IOM

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As Soon as Possible

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Together with the Joint Initiative Regional Coordination Unit, participate in the development of a capacity-building strategy as well as the corresponding training programmes and materials on migration management related topics.
• Manage the Facility for Consular Assistance (FCA), including setting up relevant procedures, implementing assistance and ensuring monitoring and evaluation of activities carried out under the FCA.
• Conduct assessments of capacity building needs of government authorities and partners at regional level, when requested.
• Plan and coordinate the delivery of regional workshops and trainings under the Joint Initiative.
• Ensure production of quality internal and external reports on the capacity building and technical assistance provided under the Joint Initiative.
• Provide advice and technical assistance on different aspects of training programmes to IOM, government's counterparts and partners.
• Support the organization of capacity building activities in key areas such as reintegration, protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants in countries under the Joint Initiative, as per need and availability.
• Support activities aimed at fostering regional dialogue and coordination, including through assisting with the creation of a regional strategy on migration and the harmonization of national plans of action on migration.
• Support the establishment of a regional migration resource center at the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and facilitate the creation a group of experts from West Africa to promote inter-regional exchanges of expertise.
• Liaise with national and state authorities, programme partners, civil society, the international community and donors.
• Encourage synergies with the EU funded “Support to Free Movement of Persons and Migration in West Africa (FMM West Africa)” Project as well as with ongoing regional and ECOWAS-led initiatives.
• Liaise with ECOWAS especially on return and reintegration components as well as Migration Dialogue for West Africa (MIDWA) Working Group.
• Coordinate any discussion/action related to or with ECOWAS with the FMM Program Manager prior to such discussion/action taking place.
• Undertake duty travel as requested.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:

• Master’s degree in International Law, Development Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Social 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:

• Proven experience on trainings or workshops facilitation, development of training curricula/modules relevant to migration management;
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in Project Management, Project Implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International NGOs) and at the regional level.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong strategic and creative thinking.
• Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
• Ability to guide and supervise staff and coordinate administrative matters.
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and French is required.

Desirable Competencies
Behavioral:

• Accountability - takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation - works effectively well with client and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning - promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication - listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative - actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation - develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management - identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism -  displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork - contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

• Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.