Head of Program (NAUSS Center Coordinator)

Position Title : Head of Program (NAUSS Center Coordinator)

Duty Station : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 14 February 2024

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 a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

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. External female candidates:
3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second-tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director (RD) for the Middle East and North Africa

(MENA) and in close coordination with Director, IOM-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Cooperation and Islamic Philanthropic office and the Sr. Regional Immigration and Border Management (IBG) based in Cairo, Egypt, and relevant Units at the Regional Office (RO) and Headquarters (HQs), the Head of Program (NAUSS Center Coordinator) will be accountable and responsible for managing and providing expert technical guidance for all “Arab Centre for Technical Cooperation on Migration and Border Management” project-related matters.

The Head of Program (NAUSS Center Coordinator) will be responsible for managing the project and reporting to the Steering Committee on the progress, challenges, and actions taken, and will serve as the main Focal Point in the communication with the Donor and implementing Partner, Naif Arab University of Security Sciences (NAUSS) in Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Manage, coordinate, and ensure the timely and successful implementation of the project’s activities, and develop, implement, and monitor the administrative and operational activities of the project, in coordination with the Regional Office Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Unit.
2. Maintain liaison on a regular basis with NAUSS, member state governments and other relevant stakeholders.
3. Prepare Work Plans for activities in coordination with NAUSS, together with the IOM-NAUSS project team.
4. Provide financial, administrative and technical support to the project, and serve as a liaison with RO and project partners.
5. Identify, train and supervise project staff and Consultants, in accordance with organization’s procedures and regulations.
6. Ensure the coordination and administration of contracting, staffing, payments and other logistics of the project, in coordination with the RO respective Unit.
7. Prepare and submit project implementation, progress, results and budgetary expenditure tothe Steering Committee, in line with donor reporting requirements, as well as programme summaries, press releases and other materials and correspondence relevant to ongoing activities.
8. Oversee the Data and Research and ensure the use of IOM tools, such as DisplacementTracking Matrix (DTM), Missing Migrants Initiative, Mixed Migration Hub in MENA, and others as needed.
9. Design and deliver training sessions and presentations in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the provision of technical expertise on the IBG thematic area.
10. Lead the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the NAUSS.

Contribute to identifying joint initiatives and potential capacity-building activities benefitting the NAUSS and the IOM missions in MENA.

1. Prepare briefings and background information requested by the RO and HQs, the government, and other entities.
2. Enhance and strengthen partnership with NAUSS at the regional and global level and facilitate skill exchanges and best practices with the authorities.
3. Provide technical inputs and liaise with NAUSS on funding potential IBG project proposals for IOM.
4. Facilitate reporting on projects’ progress and financial reporting providing immediate trouble-shooting and appropriate follow-up with concerned units at NAUSS and RO MENA.
5. Undertake duty travels as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

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

Experience

• Experience with managing projects with regional coverage, supervising staff, and overseeing budget expenditures.
• Knowledge or experience of regional issues.
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions, and Non-Governmental Organisation (NGOs).
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheets and data analysis.

Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to IBG.
• In-depth knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas dealt with by the organization.
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable. Working knowledge 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.

Notes

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Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

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, and 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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

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.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.