IOM: Chief, Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC) Operations Support (P) – Manila

Job Summary

IOM, UN Migration Agency in Manila, Philippines (the) is looking for a Chief, Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC) Operations Support who will be responsible and accountable for providing strategic leadership and oversight of operations support, building a strong customer service culture, ensuring continuous improvement and effective performance management in GSSC Manila.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic and Operational Leadership

1. Provide strategic leadership and oversight to the Units of Strategic Business Change Management, Resources Management, Business innovation, Customer Care, Enablement Services and Quality Control to ensure effective and timely support to GSSC core processes.

2. Define and manage service level expectations in collaboration with GSSC Hub Chiefs, Management and Reform Departments, Global, Regional and Country Offices, and other stakeholders; ensure that services are client-focused and aligned with organizational priorities.

3. Lead and develop managers and professional staff, fostering collaboration, innovation and performance excellence.

Strategic Business Change Management

4. Lead and implement strategic change initiatives across business processes, technology, and organizational structures, ensuring effective execution and alignment with organizational goals.

5. Contribute to shaping and driving GSSCs global change agenda by identifying industry opportunities and challenges and translating them into actionable strategies.

6. Collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels to build consensus, manage expectations, and ensure buy-in and secure commitment to change initiatives.

7. Proactively manage risks and performance by defining success metrics, monitoring adoption and progress, and ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of intended benefits.

Resources Management and Control

8. Lead, manage, and build capacity within the diverse resources management teams (Finance, HR, ICT, Supply Chain), fostering a collaborative, professional, and high-performing work environment.

9. Establish strategic priorities and provide overall direction and oversight across all administrative and support functions to ensure efficient, effective, compliant, and well-coordinated operations.

10. Implement and monitor robust internal controls and reporting systems to safeguard assets, prevent fraud, ensure adherence to IOM’s regulations and rules, and deliver timely and accurate information to senior management.

Business Innovation Support

11. Provide strategic guidance and advice for the design, rollout, and institutionalization of new business improvement initiatives led by GSSC Hub Chiefs, including internal instructions, manuals, and policy updates.

12. Oversee regular reporting and analysis of service performance metrics to identify trends, bottlenecks, risks and opportunities for continuous improvement.

13. Lead structured performance reviews with GSSC Hub Chiefs and key stakeholders to address escalated issues, realign priorities and strengthen service delivery.

14. Act as a liaison between innovation teams, GSSC Hubs and Units to facilitate the adoption of new solutions digital tools, and automation.

15. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure enterprise systems, including Oracle Cloud ERP, support efficient workflows, auditability, improved data quality, and reduced manual workload.

Customer Care

16. Oversee the Customer Care team, ensuring high performance, adherence to service standards, and continuous professional development.

17. Develop customer service strategies, optimizing operations through process improvements and technology to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

18. Act as the escalation point for complex customer issues and analyze feedback and operational data to inform relevant managers and drive continuous improvement.

Enablement Services and Quality Control

19. Oversee the knowledge management of GSSC Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), KPIs and SLAs, process maps, and internal documentation for all GSSC services.

20. Provide governance and oversight of robust data and ERP role management, ensuring proper access controls, accountability, efficient workflows, and alignment with organizational policies and compliance standards.

Other Duties

21. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master´s degree in Business Administration, Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with twelve years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional certification as a Change Management Practitioner (e.g. Prosci Certified Practitioner), or equivalent is strongly preferred.

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

Experience

• A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, accounting, or audit, preferably in an international organization or shared services environment;
• Demonstrated experience in managing large finance operations or transaction processing teams;
• Solid experience with ERP systems (preferably Oracle) and financial reporting tools; and,
• Proven track record in leading change management, process improvement, and automation in financial operations.

Skills

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills;
• Ability to manage multi-functional teams in a culturally diverse environment;
• In-depth knowledge of internal controls and audit requirements; and,
• Capacity to manage pressure and prioritize effectively across competing demands.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM’s official languages (English, French, Spanish).

At least a working knowledge of another language (including one of the six official UN languages, and/or a language that may be widely spoken in the country context) is desirable.

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

Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, 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.

Required Competencies

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

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, if with direct reports

• 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.

Notes

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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IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.

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