Vacancy No. | IOM-SVN/0097/2019 |
Position Title | Policy Development officer |
Duty Station | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
Classification | National Officer, NOA |
Type of Appointment | SVN, Six months with possibility of extension |
Estimated Start Date | As soon as possible |
Posting Period | 14.08.2019-28.08.2019 |
Background
Under the overall supervision of the Migration Management Programme Coordinator (MMPC) and direct supervision of the MMU Protection Officer, the incumbent shall be responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, monitoring and effective coordination of advocacy and policy related initiatives in Ethiopia. In particular, he/she will:
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Provide technical assistance and support to GoE institutions relevant to the development and implementation of laws and policies related to migration management priorities in Ethiopia.
- Support the MMPC in developing a strategy and advocacy plan for mainstreaming migration assistance and protection priorities into relevant GoE policy streams, in collaboration with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders.
- Ensure the timely implementation of MMU project activities relating to policy development, research, and advocacy in the field of migration management.
- Work closely with the local Government, UN agencies to organize migration management policy coordination and harmonization meetings, consultations, and dialogues.
- Promote research conducted by IOM and ensure wide dissemination of findings through various platforms.
- Stay abreast of policies, international standards and best practices relating to migrant assistance and protection and assistance.
- Work with Monitoring and Evaluation staff to ensure realization of policy-related results in MMU projects and consultative processes.
- Support in preparing interim and final project progress reports as well as updates as requested by donor.
- Undertake duty travel as necessary.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Job Requirements
Education
- University degree in law, political science, international development or international relations from an accredited academic institution.
Experience
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in the field of policy development, policy advocacy or legal drafting migration management in Ethiopia.
- Demonstrated experience providing technical inputs into policy development and governance processes, with specific emphasis on socio-economic policies.
- Proven experience in working in liaising with Government and other key stakeholders to deliver policy level results.
- Excellent technical writing and reporting skills in both English and Amharic.
- Working knowledge of Ethiopia’s policy making institutions, processes and key actors.
- Experience working towards assistance and protection of migrants and/or other vulnerable groups in highly desired.
- Research experience in the field of migration, migration governance, migrant protection and assistance including field experience in project implementation is highly desired.
Language
Fluency in English is required.
Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
COMPETENCIES
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies:
Behavioural
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 innovate.
- 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.
Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application/ motivation letter enclosed with only detail CV written in English via our e-mail address [email protected], by August 28, 2019 at the latest, referring the position title and Vacancy number in the subject line of your email; no photocopies of educational/training certificates is required at this stage; applicant who doesn`t follow the required application procedure will automatically be disqualified from the competition.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!
More Information
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