Diversity Inclusion Officer (Race Equality)

Position Title: Diversity Inclusion Officer (Race Equality)

Job Code: VN 2023 570

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 26 December 2023

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. Candidates 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); Latvia;

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.

Context:

The Gender and Diversity Coordination Unit aims to ensure that considerations of Gender, Diversity, and Social Inclusion are mainstreamed in IOM policies and programmes through the provision of technical guidance, raising awareness on gender equality, diversity, equity, and inclusion; and building the capacity of IOM workforce to be better equipped to incorporate such perspectives to prevent perpetuating existing inequality and discrimination in their everyday work in responding to the specific needs of all migrants and their families, positively recognizing differences of all types, including age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex characteristics, race, ethnicity, nationality, age, religion, disability, and family composition.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Specialist and in close coordination with the rest of the Gender and Diversity Unit, the Human Resources Diversity and Inclusion team, and the Global Staff Association Committee, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the development and implementation of Race Equity and Equality considerations, ensuring IOM’s adherence to diversity-related commitments and for providing technical expertise and advice on race and ethnicity matters within the Organization.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Develop and ensure the implementation, follow-up, monitoring, and evaluation of initiatives in the Unit work plan related to race equity and equality considerations in IOM’s program work and for the workplace.
2. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with other Units and departments worldwide to advise on best practices in the preparation of guidance documents, and to promote information-sharing and convene meetings and exchanges on the issues of race equality, anti-racism efforts, and others as needed.
3. Lead, coordinate, and support the establishment and management of internal discussion groups and networks focused on racial equity and equality, to enable staff to use these forums to identify problems, and share suggestions for influencing decision-making at various levels. Manage, coordinate, monitor, and report on the implementation of the IOM 5-year Race Equity and Equality Action Plan, liaising with and advising different stakeholders across the organization.
4. Lead the research, analysis, and reporting on developments related to race equity and equality in the migration context that are relevant to IOM’s work.
5. Develop thematic guidance notes, information sheets, policy documents, and tools on mainstreaming race equity and equality, and anti-discrimination into programming and internal management matters (including human resources) in coordination with Regional and Country Offices, and the relevant HQ Departments.
6. Develop and/or support the development of project proposals and ensure relevant financial and narrative reporting obligations and accountability are fulfilled according to IOM and donor requirements, standards, and timetables.
7. Lead awareness-raising and capacity-building efforts for staff on Race Equity and equality with a dual focus: a) programming; and b) an inclusive culture in IOM’s workplace.
8. Represent IOM and participate in inter-agency networks on Race Equity and Equality, and other events, meetings, and seminars related to the topic.
9. Perform such other duties, as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, International Relations, 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

• Effectively applies knowledge of Race Equity and Equality, alongside other dimensions of equality, intersectionality, equity and inclusion; and migration issues within the organizational context;
• Strong analytical thinking and work experience in change management;
• Demonstrated ability to work on complex issues, as well as handle competing priorities, both in team and independently; and,
• Experience working in a multi-cultural and international context, dealing with diverse constituencies, and applying a human-rights perspective.

Skills

• Correctly frames migration issues within their regional, global, and political context;
• Knowledge of project formulation, administration, and evaluation techniques and practices;
• Effective communication, reporting and writing skills;• Information management, data collection and analysis; and,
• Strong computer literacy; Microsoft Office and Adobe suite.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French or Spanish and another UN language 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

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 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.

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

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

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 in Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.