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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

IOM’s Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) division assist with government partners and other stakeholders to enhance the migration policies, legal frameworks, technical and administrative structures, and human resources required to effectively address the challenges and harness the opportunities of migration and cross-border mobility.

IBG interventions are designed to advance IOM’s commitment to facilitate safe, orderly, and regular migration along with predictable human mobility, through three distinct but complementary portfolios: Border and Identity Solutions, Immigration and Visas, and Legal Identity.

The Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Unit at IOM Egypt supports relevant Governmental authorities in enhancing their capacities to manage borders efficiently in a coordinated and integrated way. Current and upcoming interventions include extensive policy and decision-makers support, training, equipment and infrastructure provision programme for different Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Transport departments mandated with border management in Egypt on various technical topics and initiatives related to International Migration Law (IML) including human rights, refugee law, humanitarian law, law of the sea, transnational criminal law, and rule of law, border security and border control, rights-based border management, Integrated Border Management (IBM), Humanitarian Border Management (HBM), SAR (Search and Rescue) countering-cross border crime, use of AI in immigration and border management, development and trade, legal identity (migrant registration, biometrics, travel document standards) and cross border cooperation with partner countries in the above domains including support to implementation of international agreements contributing to humane and orderly migration.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Head of Programme, and the direct supervision of the  Senior Programme Manager, the Project Officer (IBG) will be providing technical support to the thematic programme in support of border management authorities in the Arab Republic of Egypt. In particular they will  coordinate and supervise the implementation of activities related to supporting capacities at BCPs (Border Crossing Points) including border management expertise, infrastructure, and equipment, Integrated Border Management, Humanitarian Border Management, digitalization of immigration procedures, legal identity, document fraud detection as well as development and trade. They will also provide technical expertise and inputs in the IBG projects at IOM Egypt, supporting the strategic development and implementation of migrants’ human-rights and protection approaches in the Country.

1. Coordinate and supervise the implementation, monitoring and reporting of IBG related programmes and activities managed or implemented by IOM Egypt, in particular those related to supporting BCPs (Border Control Posts), Integrated Border Management, Humanitarian Border Management, International Migration Law, digitalization of immigration procedures, Artificial Intelligence in immigration and border management, legal identity, document fraud detection as well as development and trade, checking compliance with identified needs and IOM’s strategies, thematic guidelines and project development procedures, taking into account good practices and lessons learned.
2. Coordinate with the Regional Office and other IOM country offices on the development and implementation of IBG regional programmes or activities as needed.
3. Monitor IBG-related issues and developments in Egypt and the region as well as contribute to the development of thematic reports and policies.
4. Deliver presentations and training modules to the beneficiaries in the relevant thematic area of IBG.
5. Contribute to data collection and analysis; conduct research on relevant assigned topics; draft  and/or contribute to information sheets, presentations, training curricula and materials and thematic guidance notes on IBG, identity management, legal identity, travel documents, and other relevant topics.
6. Maintain  effective working relationships with government and UN counterparts, other project units in IOM Egypt with a special focus on those coordinating/implementing IBG-related projects/programmes – and provide technical input, when necessary, through research and training.
7. Coordinate the required periodic programme and mission reporting activities relating to IBG, especially relevant Priority Working Groups under the UN coordination system.
8. Monitor IBG-related issues and challenges, in close cooperation with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) and relevant Headquarters (HQ) Divisions; monitor and share information in a timely manner on Calls for Proposals (CFP), Expressions of Interest (EOI) and other relevant IBG-related opportunities in close coordination with IOM Egypt Policy and Programme Support Unit.
9. Assist in strengthening coordination efforts with government entities, embassies, implementing partners, UN agencies, and other stakeholders involved in carrying out IBG activities in the country and attend relevant meetings and events.
10. Supervise and provide training and technical guidance to project staff and participate actively in team work.
11. Undertake project related duty travel as required, and participate in IBG-related conferences, workshops, and meetings.
12. Undertake duty travel relating to project activities, monitoring and liaison with counterparts.
13. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in Law, Security Studies, Political or Social Sciences, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in immigration and border management and law enforcement authorities;
• Experience in working on project development, project management, database management, project monitoring and evaluation relevant to IBG;
• Experience in working in Government, UN or other International Organizations;
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural setting;
• Experience working in Egypt and/or MENA region an asset; and,
• Staff management experience.

Skills

• Advanced English writing, communication and negotiation skills;
• Ability to collect and analyse data on IBG topics;
• Capacity to conduct complex research and develop well structured project proposals, concept notes and thematic publications; and,
• Computer/software literate, preferably knowledgeable in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat.

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 Arabic, and/or of 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.

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

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 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.

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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