Job Overview

Position Title : Programme Manager (Immigration and Border Governance)

Duty Station : Tripoli, Libya

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 12 August 2024

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.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator, in coordination with the Senior Regional Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Specialist based in the Regional Office in Cairo, the Programme Manager (Immigration and Border Governance) will be responsible for the development, implementation and coordination of the Immigration and Border Governance IBG projects and programmes implemented by IOM Libya Country Office (CO). They 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

Support the implementation of any national plan of action or Immigration and Border Governance Strategy aiming at enhancing the operational capacities of relevant border and migration management entities in

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

Develop national programmes and project proposals in the thematic area of enhanced Immigration and Border Governance and Humanitarian Border Management, i.e. Search and Rescue at Sea and in the Desert, including identifying cross-thematic synergies and

Provide strategic advice, analysis and input to the CoM and relevant stakeholders on all issues pertaining to migration and border management in

Manage all aspects of Libya CO’s Immigration and Border Governance IBG projects in line with IOM and donor Oversee and coordinate the work of all project staff , including consultants, in operations, supply chain, financial, and 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

Oversee from the assessment phase to completion of improvement interventions at Detention Centers and Disembarkation Points to improve the conditions for migrants post disembarkation or

Supervise the Immigration and Border Governance / Search and Rescue team that provide assistance to migrants at detention centers and disembarkation points, as well as regularly assess the needs of enhancing the conditions for

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

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

Represent IOM and participate in relevant conferences, workshops, trainings and

Ensure timely recruitment of staff and closely monitor staff performance, project progress and ensure mainstreaming of gender according to IOM procedures and

Perform such other duties as may be

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

Professional experience in the field of immigration and border governance, including in a strategic advisory role;
Having broad operational and supervising experience in a border management entity at the senior managerial level is an advantage;
Experience in project/programme management with United Nations agencies or non- governmental organisations in migration management focusing on Immigration and Border Governance Security Sector Reform and other related fields, with supervisory responsibilities and demonstrated achievements;
Work experience in a non-family duty station in conflict or post-conflict countries is desired, having been working in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is an advantage;
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 training/capacity building related to border security and/or management, security sector management for law enforcement entities is desired;
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

Skills

Profound knowledge of the European Union (EU) concept of Integrated Border Management;
Knowledge and proven experience in project development, including the associated budgets;
Well developed skills to manage and monitor project implementation, including liaison with beneficiaries and donors, and related reporting obligations; and,
Able to deliver and/or organize capacity building activities related to specialized technical training subjects in the sphere of border control and border surveillance operations on the strategic, tactical and operational

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic and/or another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

1 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 five values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural Encourages diversity and inclusion.
Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of
Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely 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 actions and delegated
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open 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 Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their
Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and
Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic
Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

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.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

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 background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 12 August 2024 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 30.07.2024 to 12.08.2024

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.

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