Marshall Islands: Programme Manager (Immigration and Border Management (IBM))

Position Title : Programme Manager (Immigration and Border Management(IBM))

Duty Station : Majuro, Marshall Islnds

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

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

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 03 January 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.

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, 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 Chief of Mission, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), and Republic of Palau, and with technical support of the IBM Regional Thematic Specialist in IOM’s Regional Office in Bangkok and IOM Headquarters (HQs), the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, management, implementation and coordination of the Immigration and Border Management (IBM) programme in the RMI. S/he will be expected to closely coordinate the programme with the Majuro Head of Sub-Office and the other programme managers in communication with the government and other stakeholders.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Manage all aspects of IOM Majuro’s IBM MIDAS (Migration Information and Data Analysis System) project in line with IOM and donor requirements. Oversee and coordinate the work of all project staff members in operations/logistics, procurement, and financial/budgetary planning. Exercise quality control over all procedures and documents, and ensure proper follow-up as necessary.

2. In coordination with the Chief of Mission, support the Government of the Republic of the

Marshall Islands to strengthen its border management at all points of entry and exit. Build

capacity – focusing on equipment, skills and systems – of front line officials and services to facilitate a more efficient and effective border management system.

1. Enhance resource mobilization efforts of IOM Micronesia’s IBM portfolio. This includes donor liaison, project development and positioning IOM strategically with government, development partners and technical working groups. In addition, the incumbent will promote joint resource mobilization efforts for border management and other IOM programmes.

2. Develop and contextualize training plans and manuals in coordination with Government counterparts.

3. Manage, oversee and coordinate migration and border management activities, including capacity building trainings, in coordination with technical experts, such as: MIDAS users training and installation, passport examination, investigation techniques, records management and data protection, migration terminology and concepts, travel documents & identification – passports and visas.

4. Prepare and ensure the timely submission of reporting on projects, including ad hoc, monthly, interim, quarterly, annual and end-of-project reports. Meet the Mission’s and the donor’s reporting requirements by providing specific data, analysis and financial reports.

5. Manage, direct, mentor and supervise the National Programme Officer (IBM).

6. Represent IOM and participate in relevant conferences, workshops, trainings and seminars.

7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in in International Relations, International Law, Political or Social Science, 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.

• Studies in the National Border or Police Academy of country of residence may be considered an equivalent diploma with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in project/programme management with United Nations agencies or non-governmental organization in migration management focusing on border management, Security Sector Report and other related fields, with supervisory responsibilities and demonstrated achievements;

• Demonstrated experience of finance, procurement and human resource management in the context of a project or a programme;

• Experience in planning, organizing, and delivering trainings;

• Experience in conducing monitoring and evaluation (M&E), with understanding of M&E tools and approaches;

• Experience in writing training plans, manuals, statements of works, standard operating procedures and detailed instructions;

• Experience providing support to national efforts in training/capacity building, law enforcement, operations, border security and/or management is desired;

• An understanding of MIDAS is an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Spanish and French is an 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.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 03 January 2018 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-apply.html

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 21.12.2017 to 03.01.2018

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