Master's degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or,
Bachelor's degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Professional experience in the fields of labour mobility, diaspora engagement, immigration and border governance, and migrant protection programming, knowledge on related global policies and guidelines.
Experience working in the implementation and delivery of migration management-related projects in a variety of contexts is a must.
Strong project implementation and management experience, including project monitoring and reporting.
Demonstrated experience in policy and strategy development.
Experience working in complex settings that require sound judgment and operational flexibility.
Previous work experience in East and Horn of Africa and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) region in a similar capacity, in particular with the UN, is a strong advantage.
Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
Good knowledge of principles and practices of project management and monitoring and evaluation.
Proven resource management skills with familiarity with budget/financial administration.
Good knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.
Strong ability to supervise interventions and coordinate administrative activities.
Delivers on set objectives with tight deadlines.
Effectively coordinates actions with implementing and other partners.
Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office and regional objectives.
Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments.
Coordinates actions with all relevant actors and makes use of coordination structures.
Supports effective information sharing between internal units, external partners, and other IOM offices, and all other relevant actors.
Ability to think both creatively and strategically.
Good interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Languages
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.
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