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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:

1. Internal candidates
2. 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, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from nonrepresented member states of IOM.

Context

In line with the IOM Strategic Plan 2024-2028, IOM leads environmental sustainability innovation for impact and scale in the humanitarian and migration management sector. Caring for people and the planet is one of our core values, and we are committed to mainstreaming environmental sustainability into our projects and programmes, and facilities management and operations. IOM has an ambitious environmental governance and environmental management system, drawing from United Nations system-wide commitments.

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director General for Management and Reform and the direct supervision of the Director of Global Shared Services, the Environmental Sustainability Unit plays the lead role in mainstreaming environmental sustainability principles into the Organization’s policies, strategies, programmes and projects, and facility and operations management. The Unit serves as a driving force for accelerating the sustainability transition in IOM and improving the organization’s environmental performance.

The Unit provides thought leadership and guidance to implement and share best practices and policies related to environmental management and environmental sustainability. In line with the United Nations system-wide commitments made in the Strategy for Sustainability Management in the United Nations System 2020-2030, the Unit promotes the continuous improvement of environmental performance as the institutional focal point for IOM’s environmental management systems and sustainability innovation. The Unit also acts as the institutional focal point for global coordination mechanisms and partnerships related to environmental sustainability and clean energy transition, including the UN Greening the Blue.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Environmental Sustainability Unit (ENV) and in collaboration with relevant Divisions/Departments/Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Programme Officer (Environmental Sustainability) will be responsible for managing, coordinating and overseeing activities related to the sustainability transition in projects and programmes.

1. Act as institutional focal point on environmental management for projects and programmes (environmental safeguarding) and related and emerging environmental sustainability areas.
2. Manage, maintain and continuously improve the global IOM Environmental Management System in coordination with relevant teams, including the Environmental Risk Assessment Tool (ERAT) and follow up instruments.
3. Develop and continouously improve guidance to facilitate the successful implementation of the IOM Environmental Management System, including by collaborating with IOM Country Offices to design tailored mechanisms.
4. Provide technical advice and support to IOM Country Offices worldwide on environmental safeguarding in projects and programmes.
5. Develop communication and capacity building materials linked to environmental sustainability in projects and programmes including related to the clean energy transition, circular economy and green finance.
6. Coordinate the implementation of the Environmental Sustainability Unit’s work programme and projects in line with evolving UN environmental sustainability commitments as well as donor requirements.
7. Develop science-based, data-driven and tailored guidance to support IOM’s environmental sustainability efforts, focusing on environmental management, clean energy transition, circular economy, and green finance.
8. Establish, maintain and further expand partnerships with key stakeholders including Member States, international organizations, private sector, civil society and academia.
9. Identify donor priorities and strategies on environmental sustainability, explore potential follow up initiatives and/or initiate project/programme development in line with IOM’s mandate.
10. Develop and coordinate the implementation of organizational strategies on specific environmental sustainability topics, such as the clean energy transition and green finance, in coordination with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
11. Facilitate the integration of green financing mechanisms into IOM’s sustainability efforts to accelerate the shift towards renewable energy and circular economies across programmes and projects.
12. Supervise and manage consultants, implementing partners and service providers as requested.
13. Represent IOM and participate in relevant events, conferences and meetings as requested.
14. Undertake duty travel as required.
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Energy Management, Energy Engineering, Sustainable Development or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree or equivalent in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience

Experience

• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in environmental sustainability related to project or programme management, safeguards or related area is required;
• Experience in environmental sustainability initiatives in international organizations and/or governments, including experience in organizational sustainability initiatives is required;
• Experience in coordination of various internal stakeholders (Divisions/Units/Departments) to ensure maximum outputs across operations is required;
• Experience in project design support, project development, administrative or financial management, including knowledge ofIOM Project Handbook, Procurement Manual, reporting and internal control procedures is required;
• Experience in the usage of Microsoft Office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and data analysis is required;
• Experience with the United Nations system, International Organizations, international or local NGOs;
• Experience in developing or implementing an Environmental Management System (ISO 14001:2015) is desirable;
• Environmental Management System (ISO 14001:2015) certification is desirable;
• Experience in planning, design, implementation or review of environmental risk assessment and mitigation measures related to projects or programmes in complex settings is desirable;
• A minimum of two years of experience in field operations is desirable; and,
• Experience at global/regional level (Headquarters and/or Regional Offices/Bureau) is desirable.

Skills

• Ability to supervise and work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Strong general analytical skills;
• Knowledge of UN/IOM’s or International Organizations, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and deliver under pressure;
• Excellent organizational skills, creative thinking and ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly in a dynamic environment;
• Able to think proactively as well as adopt an operational and hands-on attitude;
• Proactive teamwork and consultation capacities;
• Excellent communication, negotiation and writing skills;
• Ability to work with limited supervision;
• Knowledge of project budgeting and financial management; and
• Knowledge and experience in working with PRIMA and WAVE (Oracle) or similar system is an advantage.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French is highly desirable. Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, 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 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 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.

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.

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 . The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.