Senior Private Sector Engagement Officer

Position Title: Senior Private Sector Engagement Officer

Duty Station: London, United Kingdom

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 July 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; Vanuatu

Second-tier candidates include:

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

Context:

IOM works with private sector actors on a broad range of IOM activities, including humanitarian assistance, health, labour migration and counter-trafficking. IOM’s interaction with the private sector is multifaceted; the Organization has received technological, financial, human resources and other support from the private sector to save and improve the lives of those that are most affected by conflicts or natural disasters, or those suffering from lack of opportunity. In addition, IOM partners with companies and foundations to help enhance its operational and strategic performance as well as to gather data and advocate regarding migration issues.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), and in close coordination with the Private Sector Partnerships (PSP) Unit and Resource Mobilisation Division at Headquarters, as well as the Regional Office, the Senior Private Sector Engagement Officer in the United Kingdom (UK) will develop partnerships with the private sector stakeholders and actors to raise funds, foster change in corporate values and practices; enhance protection of migrants’ rights; generate innovative technical partnerships that capitalize upon business expertise and capabilities and grow flexible funding that can support programme implementation and impact globally and advance implementation of the Global Compact for Migration.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Roll-out and implement the IOM Global Private Sector Strategy 2023 – 2027 with targeted outreach and stewardship to private sector stakeholders in the United Kingdom.
2. Undertake mapping of new private sector prospects and identify existing partnerships and engagement opportunities for scale up in the UK.
3. Lead on the development and Implementation of a Private Sector outreach plan for the UK with the aim of fundraising for global IOM operations and broad-ranging partnerships.
4. Develop and maintain a UK donor database, strengthen and scale up relationships with private sector, produce ongoing analysis and monitoring fundraising campaign results.
5. Coordinate and strengthen private sector engagement across institutional priorities (Climate change and Regular Pathways) and key thematic areas of engagement in the UK and other regions while enhancing the stewardship of private sector stakeholders in the UK in coordination with Headquarters (HQ).
6. In coordination with relevant organizational units and programmes, develop and implement initiatives that deliver IOM thematic expertise to the business community in the UK through tools, training, and guidance (for example on due diligence, access to remedy, employer pays principle, migrant voice/empowerment, inclusive and representative policies etc.).
7. Build, document and share best practices throughout PSP by thematic/priority area to further inform impact.
8. In coordination with Thematic Teams, lead activity to present calls to action for our key advocacy messages to the business community.
9. Monitor, advise, and report on progress made against key performance indicators (KPIs) for partner pipeline in the UK.
10. Collaborate with the PSP for the preparation of reports to private sector partners.
11. Advise IOM missions globally on UK private sector fundraising trends, UK national laws and fundraising trends, licensing, data protection and privacy.
12. Support private sector engagement efforts in Europe by liaising with private sector focal points in Europe to enhance regional private sector engagement and support coordination with HQ.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Business Management, Political Science, Human Rights, International Relations, Marketing, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in private sector partnership and income building with proven success in mobilizing financial resources from corporations and philanthropic foundations.
• In-depth understanding and experience of UK context and established track record in private sector partnership work in the UK.
• Excellent understanding of private sector priorities and gained experience in developing partnerships and fundraising with the private sector.
• Experience in handling Corporate Social Responsibility programs and corporate recognition programs.
• Significant experience in exploring new private sector opportunities and providing inputs to design and develop solutions with prospective partners for income and impact.
• Experience building long-term partner relationships and understanding of the value of expanding relationships across geographies and comfortable engaging with multiple sectors.
• Experienced in working cross-functionally and obtaining relevant content and information from different units to build innovative partnerships with private sector.
• Experienced fundraiser with an in-depth understanding of private sector partnerships, philanthropy, and UN agencies.

Skills

• Demonstrated influencing skills and confidence to engage with high-level stakeholders.
• Proven and successful multi-year track record in private sector partnerships and fundraising with strong ability to meet fundraising targets and to negotiate and secure high value partnerships with corporates and foundations.
• Proven ability to reconcile the needs of the Organization with those of the partner.
• Ability to write, draft, and edit reports, acknowledgements, briefings, and donor correspondence when letters, proposals, grants, appeals and ability to explain complex issues to external donors and present the Organization and diverse operations in an appealing and concise manner.
• Ability to develop Unique Value Proposition for private sector partners.

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 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.

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.

Nationals of the United Kingdom are welcome to apply.

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.