Mobility VN: Project Officer (Labour and Human Development (LHD)) (Internal Applicants Only)

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

In the framework of IOM Labour Mobility and Human Development thematic programming, IOM Niger is implementing the project “Initiatives for the development of the enterprise” (IDEE) with the objective to increase economic opportunities for Nigerien youth and to offer an alternative to irregular migration. It builds on the lessons learned and the results of the first phase of the IDEE project implemented between 2017 and 2020.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission and in close coordination with the Regional Technical Specialist on Labour and Human Development (LHD) in the Regional Office in Dakar, the Project Officer (LHD) will serve as a focal point for the mission’s work on the LHD portfolio and be responsible for the effective implementation of relevant project activities, including the supervision of project support staff, and liaising with the partners, such as government counterparts and the donor.

1. Contribute to the implementation of the project according to the documents approved by the donor and the terms of the contract, as well as in compliance with IOM financial and donor internal standards and procedures.
2. Monitor the workplan and specifically the General Operational Plan (POG) and annual operational plans (POA) as requested by the donor.
3. Coordinate the project teams in the 4 regions of implementation.
4. Maintain liaison and coordination with Non-Governmental Organization (NGOs)/ Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Niger to conduct vocational trainings and start-up development activities, ensure their regular monitoring and facilitate evaluation of the implemented actions.
5. Research and document emerging labour migration trends in Niger, draft briefs, proposals and other written materials to facilitate resource mobilization and other strategic engagements with key partners, including donors and government entities.
6. Contribute to ongoing tasks related to project development and management and fund raising activities specifically linked to the Labour and Human Development (LHD) portfolio, and participate in relevant meetings and events as required.
7. Facilitate external communication for visibility purposes of the project, its activities and its results.
8. Facilitate timely and quality reporting to the donor inclusive of financial reporting and audit needs.
9. Undertake duty travels as required providing technical guidance to project staff and implementingpartners and compile field monitoring reports highlighting implementation challenges and solutions.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

• Master’s Degree in Migration Studies, Law, Public Policy, Development Studies, Political Science, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

• Experience in migration management and knowledge of migration policy development;
• Previous experience working in the field of Labour Mobility and Human Development;
• Experience in project management with financial and supervisory oversight; and,
• Experience at IOM and/or other UN agencies is an advantage.

• Knowledge of LHD-specific priorities relevant to the project;
• Strong coordination, competence and ability to promote communication and knowledge sharing and ensuring high quality of programmatic outputs;
• Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;
• Demonstrated conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;
• Demonstrated communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,
• Establishing and maintaining partnerships with development partners, government counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.

For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).

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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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.

Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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