IOM recruits a Programme Manager of Immigration and Border Management – Libya, Tunisia
IOM :
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
- Internal candidates
- Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Bahamas; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; El Salvador; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Lesotho; Libya; Marshall Islands; Mauritania; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Paraguay; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu Second tier candidates include: All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context :
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), direct supervision of Deputy Chief of Mission and in coordination with the Senior Regional Immigration and Border Management (IBM)Specialist based in the Regional Office in Cairo, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation and coordination of the IBM programme. S/he will be expected to closely coordinate the programme with other programme managers as well as with the Project Development and Support Unit in communication with the donor governments and other stakeholders.
Core Functions / Responsibilities :
- Maintain liaison and conduct comprehensive consultations with relevant governmental counterparts, and other supporting stakeholders, on border management/control needs and priorities in support of the Libyan border authorities to rebuild their national border and migration management structures.
- Support the implementation of any national plan of action or IBM Strategy aiming at enhancing the operational capacities of relevant border and migration management entities in Libya.
- Oversee and coordinate capacity building and training activities on migration and border management, as well as related border control procedures, in particular in the field of detection of fraudulent documents, upholding human rights, and countering human trafficking and smuggling of migrants.
- Develop national programmes and project proposals in the thematic area of enhanced IBM and Humanitarian Border Management, i.e. Search and Rescue at Sea and the Desert, including identifying cross-thematic synergies and opportunities.
- Provide strategic advice, analysis and input to the CoM and relevant stakeholders on all issues pertaining to migration and border management in Libya.
- Manage all aspects of IOM Libya’s IBM projects in line with IOM and donor requirements. Oversee and coordinate the work of all project staff members, including externally hired staff and consultants, in operations/logistics, procurement, and financial/budgetary processing. Exercise quality control over all procedures and documents, and ensure proper follow-up as necessary.
- Oversee and coordinate timely submission of reporting on projects in line with donor requirements and according to IOM standards.
- Oversee from the assessment phase to completion of improvement interventions at Detention Centers and Disembarkation Points to improve conditions of detained migrants.
- Supervise IBM teams that provide assistance to migrants at detention centers and disembarkation points that regularly assess needs to better conditions of migrants.
- Draft documents and brief senior management on migration and border management related topics, including the development of reports, presentations, talking points, and briefings concerning project activities implemented.
- Identify and promote strategic and technical partnerships with relevant government entities, International Organizations, private sector and civil society partners, and other relevant stakeholders to promote and strengthen IOM’s migration and border management portfolio.
- Represent IOM and participate in relevant conferences, workshops, trainings and seminars.
- Ensure timely recruitment of staff and closely monitor staff performance, project progress and ensure mainstreaming of gender according to IOM procedures and regulations.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education :
- Master’s degree in International Relations, International Law, Political or Social Sciences, Humanities, Military Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
- University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law enforcement training institution for senior management officers, in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of a university degree
Experience :
- Professional experience in the field of immigration and border management, including in a strategic advisory role;
- Having a broad operational and supervising experience in a border management entity at the senior managerial level is an advantage.
- Profound knowledge of the EU concept of Integrated Border Management is desired;
- Experience in project/programme management with United Nations agencies or non-governmental organisations in migration management focusing on IBM, Security Sector Reform and other related fields, with supervisory responsibilities and demonstrated achievements;
- Work experiences in a non-family duty station in conflict or post-conflict countries;
- Demonstrated experience of finance, procurement and human resource management in the context of a project or a programme is an advantage;
- Experience in providing support or delivering trainings/capacity building related to border security and/or management, security sector management for law enforcement entities is desired;
- Experience of project development, including the associated budgets;
- Experiences in conducting monitoring and evaluation (M&E), with good understanding of M&E tools and approaches;
- Experience in writing training plans, statements of works, standard operating procedures and detailed instructions; and
- Familiarity with Border Management Information Systems (BMIS) is an advantage.
Languages :
- IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
- For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic, French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
- Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies :
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2:
- Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and
- Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
- Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2:
- Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
- Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link: Here
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
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.
How to apply :
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 01 August 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 19.07.2019 to 01.08.2019
No Fees:
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.
Requisition: VN 2019/193 (P) Programme Manager – IBM (P3) IOM Libya in Tunis, Tunisia (56066878) Draft
Posting: Posting NC56066881 (56066881) Released