Job Identification (Reference Number): 15283
Position Title:ย Programme Officer (Immigration & Border Governance (IBG))
Duty Station City:ย Baghdad
Duty Station Country:ย Iraq
Grade:ย P-3
Contract Type: Special Short Term (Up to 6 Months)
Recruiting Type:ย Professional
Vacancy Type:ย Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration:ย 6 Months with Possibility of Extension
Closing date:ย 10 July 2025
Introduction:ย ย ย ย
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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
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:ย
Internal candidates Candidates from the following non-represented member states:Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from nonrepresented member states of IOM.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM), and in coordination with the Regional Immigration and Border Governance (IBG), Regional Thematic Specialist based in the Regional Office in Cairo, the Programme Officer (IBG) will be responsible and accountable for the development, implementation and coordination of the IBG projects and programmes implemented by IOM Iraq. The Programme Officer (IBG) will be expected to closely coordinate the programme with other Programme Officers as well as with the Project Development and Support Unit, in communication with the donor governments and other stakeholders.
Maintain liaison and conduct comprehensive consultations with relevant governmental counterparts, and other supporting stakeholders, on border management/control and legal identity needs and priorities in support of the Iraqi border and legal identity management authorities to rebuild their national border, strength their legal identity system and migration management structures.Support the implementation of national plans of action or IBG Strategy aiming at enhancing the operational capacities of relevant border and migration management entities in Iraq.Oversee and coordinate capacity building and training activities on migration, legal identity 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 project proposals in the thematic area of ย IBG such as, legal identity, Humanitarian Border Management, readmission, consular support, technological solutions for enhanced border management, capacity development in all these fields, including identifying cross-thematic synergies and opportunities.Provide advice, analysis and input to the CoM/DCoM and relevant stakeholders on all issues pertaining to migration, legal identity and border management in Iraq.Manage all aspects of IOM Iraq Country Officeโs IBG projects and portfolio in line with IOM and donor requirements. Oversee and coordinate the work of all project staff members, including externally recruited 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.ย Draft documents and brief senior management on IBG related topics, including the development of reports, presentations, talking points, and briefings concerning project activities implemented and government priorities.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 IOMโs migration and border management portfolio.Identify new programming opportunities in Iraq on Immigration and Border Governance related areas and coordinate the development of project proposals responding to stakeholder needs and donor priorities, in line with IOMโs mandate and strategy.Represent IBG unit 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.Educationย
Masterโs 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; orUniversity degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.ย
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the field of immigration, border governance and legal identity, including in an advisory role;Having broad operational and supervising experience in a border management entity at the senior level is an advantage;Experience in project/programme management with IOM, other United Nations agencies or non- governmental organisations in IBG, 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, work in the 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;Demonstrated experience in donor liaison on the IBG portfolio;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;Experience in writing training plans, statements of works, standard operating procedures, and detailed instructions; andFamiliarity with Border Management Information Systems (BMIS) is an advantage.Skills
Profound knowledge of the IOM thematic area of Immigration and ย Border Governance;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 level.Languages
IOM's official languages are English, French and Spanish.ย
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.ย
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM's competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.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.Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies โ 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 actions and delegated work.Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.Managerial Competenciesย โ Behavioural indicators Level 2
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organizationโs vision. 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 potential.Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organizationโs goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.ย
Notes
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 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, security clearances.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
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