Programme Support Officer (Policy, Governance, Liaison and Support (PGLS), Abuja, Nigeria at the International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Job Title: Programme Support Officer (Policy, Governance, Liaison and Support (PGLS), Abuja, Nigeria

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Law, Economics, Migration Studies, Political or Social Sciences,
  International Relations, 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
• Demonstrated experience in project development and project management, humanitarian and
  migration-related activities, report writing and liaison;
• Experience in liaison, resource mobilization, and advocacy with governmental and diplomatic
  officials, national and international institutions and organizations, civil society, and private sector
  actors;
• Experience working in an international, inter-governmental, or non-governmental organization
  and United Nations, or government;
• Previous experience and knowledge of US and EU funding mechanisms is essential;
  knowledge of other countries’ funding mechanisms is an asset; and,
• Experience in capacity building on project development and project management cycle.
  Skills
• Effective resource management skills and strategic and creative thinking;
• In-depth knowledge of IOM project/programme activities and funding processes;
• Ability to establish working relationships with governmental authorities, national/international
  institutions and non-governmental organizations;
• Ability to effectively coordinate with a diverse team;
• Knowledge of UN, regional and bilateral donor programming;
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), organizational and prioritization skills;
• Strong analytical skills combined with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports and
  communicate findings;
• Strong project development and report writing skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge in IOM’s policies, practices and norms relevant to project
  development;
• Willingness to foster a culture of learning and knowledge management;
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, creative thinking; and,
• Good level of computer literacy, including database applications. Microsoft Excel proficiency is
  an advantage.

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 French
• and/or 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 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.
  Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• 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. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible. 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.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is on 25th December, 2024. Therefore, qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy

Website:
Official Job Website: https://www.iom.int/careers

• 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 12.12.2024 to 25.12.2024
• 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.