Position Title : Programme Manager (Migration Management)
Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 04 April 2016
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and 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 tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech
Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Israel, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director (RD) and the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) of IOM South Sudan, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall implementation, oversight and management of IOM South Sudans Migration Management programing in the areas of Immigration and Border Management (IBM), counter human trafficking and migrant smuggling, assistance to vulnerable migrants and migrants caught in crisis, technical cooperation, law enforcement capacity building and other related areas.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Oversee the overall implementation of IOM South Sudans migration management program through effective programing and planning in immigration and border management, technical cooperation, trafficking and migrant smuggling, assistance to vulnerable migrants and migrants caught in crisis and other related areas.
Manage, coordinate and implement program activities in close coordination and collaboration with partners, stakeholders and beneficiaries including the government, UN agencies, NGOs, migrants and communities.
Liaise with and act as IOM focal point to relevant government counterparts such as the Ministries of Interior, Foreign Affairs, Labour, Justice, Gender, Children and Social Welfare and the National Bureau of Statistics and others.
Coordinate and develop project proposals and corresponding financial requirements, coordinate and oversee project implementation through adequate resources and tasks identification and allocation; pursue regular financial, procurement and output monitoring; ensure relevant financial and narrative reporting obligations and accountability are fulfilled according to IOM and donor requirements, standards and timetables.
Support the government of South Sudan in strengthening the National Coordination
Mechanism on Migration (NCM) through logistical, technical and operational support.
Ensure close liaison, coordination, information exchange and program collaboration with other units of IOM South Sudan, relevant IOM missions, the ACBC, EU Migration Action, UN agencies and partners, government institutions and other stakeholders.
Ensure the timely recruitment of international contractors and consultants for trainings and policy development in accordance with IOMs procedures and regulations.
Coordinate and organize technical trainings for government stakeholders and partners on migration management and related topics in close coordination with ACBC, Regional Thematic Specialists and IOM Geneva.
Undertake duty travels within South Sudan and abroad related to program activities including assessments, liaison with partners and counterparts, cross border meetings and workshops, etc. as required.
Supervise and mentor IOM South Sudan migration management unit staff in Juba and in the field.
Ensure adequate information management of projerelated activities raising and visibility, regular updates, press releases and production of other relevant materials. Respond to any ad hoc information requests from IOM units, donors, partners and the Government of South Sudan.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Masters degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Law 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.
Experience
• Excellent in project development, implementation and monitoring;
• Knowledge of project formulation, administration and evaluation techniques and practices;
• Experience providing support to national efforts in the area of training/capacity building, law enforcement operations and/or immigration and border management information systems and engaging in human trafficking and migrant smuggling;
• Experience in liaising with donors and government counterparts;
• Willing to travel domestically, regionally;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills;
• Good computer literacy.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic and/or relevant local languages 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.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.