Mobility VN: Senior Immigration and Border Governance Specialist (Capacity Development) (P) (Internal Applicants Only)

Introduction

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

This Vacancy Notice is part of IOM’s competitive mobility exercise, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the direct supervision of IOM’s African Capacity Building Centre (ACBC) Manager, technical supervision of the Immigration and Border Management Division Head, and under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission in Tanzania in coordination with the Director DMM as the Chair of the ACBC Advisory Board (AB), the successful candidate will provide expertise, planning and guidance in the development, coordination, and implementation of training initiatives and migration-related solutions for IOM-ACBC in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania. This role will have the responsibility for serving as an expert resource for immigration and border management programming in Africa, including legal identity, integrated border management and one-stop border posts, and border management information systems.

Since its creation in 2009, ACBC has gained across Africa and beyond a solid reputation as a Centre of Excellence for technical trainings and capacity development across the migration management spectrum. In line with IOM’s Vision, Strategic Planning for the ACBC as formulated by IOM’s ACBC Advisory Board (AB).

1. Analyze and identify selected African governments’ training needs and priorities in the immigration and border management area in consultation with those governments and relevant IOM Country Offices.

2. Provide expertise, planning and guidance in the development, coordination, and implementation of training initiatives of the IOM-ACBC, in coordination with the Capacity Development Unit of DPSMM, and relevant IBM capacity development initiatives.

3. Develop curricula and training modules including background material, PowerPoint presentations and group exercises, for specialized training of immigration and border management officials from Africa, and supplement this with Train-of-Trainers (TOT) material.

4. Coordinate internally with other project-specific interventions to maximize the use of training material, as well as access project funding for delivery and development of additional modules.

5. Institutionalize IOM’s training interventions through the development of branded and organizationally coherent training programmes and contribute to developing the capacities of IOM staff in the thematic area through a combination of formal training and on-the-job mentoring.

6. Deliver training and provide facilitation at the ACBC or in the requesting Member State.

7. Identify and develop programming opportunities for ACBC delivery in coordination with IOM Headquarters, Regional and/or Country Offices.

8. Act as a thematic resource person providing capacity development in all its forms to Country Offices (COs) in Africa.

9. Maintain and develop a roster of immigration and border management trainers who can contribute to ACBC capacity development efforts upon request.

10. Participate in and actively contribute to IOM’s network of Immigration and Border Management Regional Thematic Specialists globally, analyze and share best practices with relevant HQ Divisions and COs.

11. Represent IOM in Africa by actively participating in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the thematic area of expertise upon request.

12. Support the development of relations with regional bodies active in promoting effective migration and border management including the Africa Union Commission (AUC) and the relevant Regional Economic Communities in coordination with IOM Special Liaison Office to the African Union, and relevant Regional and Country Offices.

13. Manage relevant ACBC Projects as designated by the ACBC Manager, including financial management and donor reporting requirements.

14. Contribute to timely reporting and information requirements of the ACBC including monthly, quarterly, and yearly summary reports.

15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations and/or Law from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with at least nine years of relevant professional experience. Alternatively, a higher degree from a border police academy or similar public institution where higher level officers are trained, as long as the combination of theoretical and practical on-the-job training can be considered to be equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience

• Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, IOM project development, and management;
• Substantial experience of devising and delivering IBM-related solutions and training to Government officials;
• Extensive experience in training and capacity development;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs; and,
• Experience of regional (African continent) issues in the thematic area.

Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development.

Languages

• All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM’s official languages (English, French, Spanish).
• For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, 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.

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 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 – behavioural indicators Level 3

• 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 Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3

• 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 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 Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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.

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.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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