Immigration and Border Management (IBM) Programme Support Intern 35 views0 applications

Position Title: Immigration and Border Management (IBM) Programme Support Intern

Duty Station: Niamey, Niger

Duration: 6 months

Type of Contract: Internship

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Vacancy closing date: April 27, 2018

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.

1. BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION

Under the direct supervision of the Head of IBM Unit in Niger and the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Niger, the staff will be accountable and responsible for assisting the planning, development, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of IOM Niger programmes on immigration and border management (IBM). Extensive travel on the field and across the country will be required.

1. OVERALL OBJECTIVE

The staff will aim at:

• Participating in projects’ development, including preliminary research, narratives writing, budget planning, ensuring project’s compliance with IOM standards and donor requirements on IBM.
• Supporting activities’ implementation on border management projects in Niger, especially the MIDAS system deployment.
• Supporting the Project Officers & Managers for monitoring and evaluation, including reporting tasks on IOM projects, national and regional.
• Assisting at strengthening links with existing/remaining Governmental Counterparts, NGOs, UN Agencies and Donors in Niger.
• Assisting the IBM team in managing administration, communications and visibility.

III. DURATION OF THE CONTRACT:

The duration of the contract is six (6) months. The starting date is approximately 02/05/2018, the end date is 01/11/2018.

1. DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES:

Behavioural

• Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
• Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
• Promotes continuous learning;
• Communicates clearly;
• Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
• Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Displays mastery of subject matter;
• Contributes to a collegial team environment;
• Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
• Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Technical

• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
• Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.

1. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education

• University or Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Law, International Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution.

Experience

• Experience in report writing and project development participation is a distinct advantage;
• Experience in liaising with Government authorities, other national /international institutions and donors (including, preferably, EU institutions and civil society organizations) is a distinct advantage;
• Knowledge in the Western and Central African (WCA) region is a distinct advantage.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and French is required.

Note:

• The incumbent will gain exposure in the Immigration and Border Management Unit.
• He/she will also gain in-site experience in working with an international organization.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and additional queries will only be addressed if the candidate is shortlisted.
• Depending on experience and location, IOM provides a small monthly stipend to help offset costs; please consider the cost of living in Niamey, Niger prior to applying to any such internship position.

How to apply:

HOW TO APPLY

• Interested candidates are invited to submit their Cover letter and CV written in French via our e-mail address [email protected] on or before April 27, 2018. Please indicate the position title of this vacancy in your email subject line.
• In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts applications with complete documents (Cover letter & CV in French).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• No late applications will be accepted.