Labour Migration Officer – International Organization for Migration 41 views0 applications

Position Title : Labour Migration Officer

Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 21 November 2017

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 environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Migration Management Coordinator (MMC) and the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with project management of the UPU (Universal Postal Union)-IOM-RNP (Regie Nationale des Postes) Migration and Development Integrated Postal Project in Burundi.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Supervise the overall implementation of the project in a timely manner in close coordination with the MMC, relevant colleagues and implementing partners.
2. Draft and coordinate regular project reports in a timely manner to be submitted to the CoM, Donors, and Headquarters.
3. Manage the information management tools required to track service delivery and identify gaps. Conduct outreach with donors to assist in fundraising for the project’s full funding cycle and provide regular updates with current donors.
4. Provide technical assistance to the RNP with a view to concluding specific partnerships with different money transfer operators.
5. In cooperation with RNP, assist in the development of savings facilities and financial products to meet the needs of migrants and their families (savings, insurance, investment, etc.).
6. Guide in the development of financial products tailored to agricultural needs, liaise to obtain the necessary regulatory approvals and to for agricultural processing working with the diaspora abroad to help facilitate the market abroad.
7. Ensure that the quality of customer service provided is monitored by RNP users and feedback provided by target beneficiaries and diaspora.
8. Regular communication with internal and external counterparts, promoting shared goals across remote localities, and carry out staff development activities to achieve goals efficiently and avoid duplication.
9. Supervise project staff and monitor project progress to document and evaluate results, increase effectiveness and recommend appropriate action within the RNP team.
10. Participate in Steering Committee Meetings Represent the implementing partners in relation to the project at relevant meetings, including in donor briefings, field visits and conducting media outreach to promote the project.
11. Monitor the funds and propose corrective measures in coordination with the Steering Committee, the Resource Management Officer, the Chief of Mission, and the Regional Office (RO).
12. Under the guidance of the MCC and CoM, contribute technical inputs for project design and development with RO and HQs thematic specialists within the framework of IOM confidentiality and data protection guidelines.
13. Coordinate workshops for relevant stakeholders to share experiences/best practices between key players.
14. Monitor that environment, gender, children, and other vulnerable groups in the project implementation are considered throughout the programme.
15. Undertake duty travel relating to project activities as required.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Finance, Project Management, Business Administration 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 project management or finance, preferably in an international non-profit organization;
• Field experience in one of the UN Common System organizations is a distinct advantage;
• Experience in liaising with governments, international organizations and the private sector is an asset;
• Profound knowledge on remittances and financial services is a distinct advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is a distinct advantage.

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.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 21 November 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-…

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 08.11.2017 to 21.11.2017

Requisition: SVN 2017/206 (P) – Labour Migration Officer (P2) – Bujumbura, Burundi (55234962) Released

Posting: Posting NC55234979 (55234979) Released