Director, Global Office in Brussels

Position Title: Director, Global Office in Brussels

Duty Station: Brussels, Belgium

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade D2

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 16 June 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; Fiji; 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; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; 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:

IOM is the leading organization in the field of migration and has a staffing complement of 20,000+ staff in more than 580 locations worldwide.

Under the direct supervision of Director, Office of Partnerships, Communication and Advocacy, the Director of the Global Office in Brussels is accountable and responsible for the management of the representation of IOM towards all European Union (EU) institutions and directly manages the liaison, fundraising and positioning of IOM with the EU through the EU Global Office.

The Global Office in Brussels is staffed with Global Thematic Specialists (GTSs), who provide thematic guidance, endorsement support for proposals and reports to IOM offices worldwide, support policy discussions and positioning of IOM towards the EU and support Country Offices within the EU space with advocacy and liaison work towards EU Member States on behalf of IOM.

In close coordination with the Regional Director in Vienna as well as the Senior Leadership Team in Headquarters, the Director of the Global Office in Brussels oversees the entire bandwidth of IOM relationship with the EU.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Strategy and Vision

1. Lead and coordinate the implementation of IOM’s Strategic Plan through the strengthening and holistic management of the relationship with the EU, its institutions and Member States.

Representation

1. Represent IOM towards the EU, its institutions and permanent missions as well as provide strategic advice and guidance, in coordination with the Regional Director, to the IOM Country Offices within the EU space on representation.
2. Guide and provide strategic insight and support to IOM Country Offices worldwide in their liaison, advocacy and fundraising efforts with the EU delegations.
3. Develop strategic partnerships with key stakeholders within the EU system to ensure adequate understanding of IOM and its mandate as well as operational capacities.
4. Alert the Director General and the Senior Leadership Team of any developments requiring senior level intervention.
5. Prepare adequate documentation in coordination with Headquarter (HQ) and Regional Offices (RO) to support EU policy and decision-making processes in a timely manner.
6. Formulate position papers and recommendations for the EU Presidency and communication thereon.
7. Share EU policy developments towards the IOM Country Offices (CO).

Advocacy and Fundraising

1. Ensure timely and transparent sharing of information with Country Offices on arising engagement and fundraising opportunities with the EU.
2. Ensure high quality representation of IOM towards the EU, its institutions and Member States on all levels and provide strategic guidance to GTSs, as well as knowledge management on the established relationships.

Capacity Building

1. Enable GTSs, as well as IOM country representations both within and beyond the EU space to confidently advocate for IOM in full understanding of both IOM’s and the EU’s mandates by developing capacity building opportunities as follows:
2. Capacity building for IOM country representation and liaison entities on advocating with their respective capitals on EU liaison and specifically on positioning IOM towards the Team Europe! Initiative;
3. Capacity building for IOM country representation and senior programme implementation on liaison and advocacy with EU delegations; and,
4. Capacity building for EU funded programme and resource management staff on EU specific implementation guidelines.
5. Develop an outreach programme for EU officials and parliamentarians on IOM’s mandate, operational capacities and IOM-EU relationship opportunities.

Oversight

1. Direct the operational, human resources, administrative, budgetary and financial activities of the EU Global Office and ensure compliance of EU-funded projects implemented by Country Offices with EU contractual obligations.
2. Ensure oversight and general management of EU global projects such as EU Readmission Capacity Building Facility (EURCAP) and the Election Support Team, as well as others, hosted by the EU Global Office.
3. Provide strategic advice and guidance to maintain high standards in project implementation funded by the EU, including through regular monitoring visits of the EU Global Office Team to implementing Country Offices.
4. Alert Chiefs of Mission, Regional Directors and/or HQ of any arising issues with projects which may impact the wider reputation of IOM with the EU.
5. Ensure timely support provision by GTSs to:
6. IOM Country Offices on liaison, advocacy, fundraising and proposal development in coordination with EU capitals or EU delegations.
7. Review of reports and proposals as well as the regular evaluation and monitoring exercises.
8. IOM Country Offices in EU capitals through the provision of adequate thematic guidance on required advocacy towards the EU capitals in regards to decision-taking of the EU.
9. EU, its institutions and Member States on migration related topics.

Knowledge management

1. Establish and lead a knowledge management system which enables relationship management in line with IOM’s personal rotation and the EU appointment system.
2. Ensure regular lessons learnt and best practice exercises with both funding EU institutions and IOM country offices, in order to address potential opportunities and challenges in a timely manner.
3. Ensure staff within the EU Global Office are always fully informed about emerging trends and opportunities while maintaining a clear understanding of developing migration trends and status of discussions both within and beyond the European Union.

Representation and strategic partnerships

1. Represent IOM towards North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (EUROPOL).
2. Ensure any strategic partnerships with UN entities, which may impact the relationship with the EU, are duly communicated with the EU in coordination with the relevant UN partner and their representation in Brussels.
3. Establish strategic working relationships and develop joint advocacy towards the EU in coordination with the Director for Partnerships, Advocacy and Communication for events of global importance and/or regional emergencies which require coordinated outreach with other UN entities, where necessary.
4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with fifteen years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Extensive experience in interacting with the EU and its institutions.
• Extensive experience in diplomacy, fundraising and public relations, as well as in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities and international institutions.
• Extensive experience leading strategic implementation processes in diverse regions.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing high-performing diverse teams.

Skills

• Intrinsic knowledge and understanding of the EU and its institutions.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written; Ability to prepare and deliver speeches on various activities of the Organization.
• Excellent liaison and negotiation skills.
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.
• Knowledge of EU, UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation procedures and Frameworks.
• Effective resources management skills, sound knowledge of financial and business administration and of the principles and practices of management.
• Good level of computer literacy.

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 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.

Notes

1 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, 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.

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.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications HERE, by 16 June 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

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.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:

From 03.06.2024 to 16.06.2024

No Fees:

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.

Requisition: VN 2024 332 Director, Global Office in Brussels (D2) Brussels, Belgium (58903333) Released

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