Associate Migration Governance Officer

Job Title: Associate Migration Governance Officer

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host entity: IOM

Assignment country: Iraq

Expected start date: 01/08/2023

Sustainable Development Goal: 10. Reduced inequalities

Volunteer category: International UN Volunteer Specialist

DoA reserved for persons with disabilities: No

Accessibility measures in place: -

Type: Onsite

Duration: 5 months (with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments: 1

Duty stations: Baghdad

Reasonable accommodation: No

Additional accessibility info: -

Details

Mission and objectives

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. With 175 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, 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 Iraq was established in 2003 and has more than 1,700 staff members in sub-offices in all Governorates, with main offices in Baghdad, Erbil, Mosul and Basra. Project info The incumbent of the position is expected to provide support in the implementation of IOM Iraq projects related to the Migration Governance and the operationalisation of the Iraqi National Migration Strategy. In the course of the assignment, the particular emphasis will be placed on the supporting of the implementation of the multi-annual COMPASS project funded by the Netherlands. COMPASS Year 3 project is addressing Return, Readmission and Reintegration (further referred as RRR) area, building on achievements by strengthening return migration governance through capacity building, technical assistance and with strong international coordination through the UN Network on Migration; and data and research to build an evidence base to support the GoI with achieving this aim. A conducive policy and legal framework are imperative for providing the GoI with the ability to implement actions across RRR in alignment with human rights principles. Preliminary findings from the mapping and consultations on RRR laws and policies conducted by the GoI during 2021 and 2022 highlighted the need for further attention to this area.

Context

• As an active IOM team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to IOM and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

Task description

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Migration Governance Programme Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer “Associate Migration Governance Officer” will: • Provide necessary administrative and logistical assistance to the Migration Governance Programme Officer in planning, implementation and monitoring COMPASS project activities; • Conduct a review of the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) in governorates where it is operational; • Undertake an assessment study and prepare the report on lessons learned/ gaps in existing NRM locations; • Based on achievements and lessons learned from the project, identify follow up actions, new initiatives and interventions of IOM in the area of migration governance; • Contribute with necessary administrative and logistical assistance to the Migration Governance Programme Officer in planning, implementation and monitoring of other projects falling under the scope of the Migration Governance programme; • Regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyze and share information and data on national, regional and international developments relevant to the project and the wider work of the IOM Iraq migration governance programme as well as other relevant IOM projects and activities, and highlighting noteworthy issues and proposing actions in the area of migration governance; • Undertake travel duties relating to liaison with counterparts, programme management and implementation, and problem resolution as required; • Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Eligibility criteria

Age

27 - 80

Nationality

Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

3 years of experience in • At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in migration, humanitarian assistance, or other relevant programs; experience with any kind of referrals is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, and reporting skills. • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing. • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development. • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel. • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment. • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines. • Sound security awareness.

Area(s) of expertise

Administration, Logistics and Inventory

Driving license

-

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required Arabic, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Migration, Humanitarian work

Competencies and values

• Professionalism • Integrity • Teamwork and respect for diversity • Commitment to continuous learning • Planning and organizing • Communication • Flexibility • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement

Other information

Living conditions and remarks

Baghdad is a Category E hardship duty station and non-family duty station. The Rest and Recuperation (R&R) cycle for the Baghdad duty station is 4 weeks, with the designated place of R&R being Amman. Movement of international staff is restricted and takes place in UN vehicles. Working for the UN in Iraq provides an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential. As this is an international UN Volunteer specialist assignment, the HE will be responsible for arranging volunteer housing. International UN Volunteers receive a volunteer living allowance to sustain a basic, adequate, and safe lifestyle. This allowance varies from one location to another depending on local living costs, but all International UN Volunteers specialists in the same location receive the same allowance. Below is a summary of the Conditions of Service. Allowances The purpose of allowances for international UN Volunteers specialists is to enable the international UN Volunteers to sustain a modest and secure standard of living at the duty station. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for volunteer work. Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA): All international UN Volunteers specialists are entitled to a monthly volunteer living allowance of USD 3,500.00 The purpose of this allowance is to cover the basic living costs of the international UN Volunteer. The allowance is to ensure that the volunteer can sustain a basic, adequate, and safe lifestyle. The monthly allowance rate is a fixed rate for the duty station as established by UNV headquarters. There are some ATMs operational in Baghdad. The dominant currency in use in Iraq is USD. The Iraq dinar is used with an exchange rate of approximately USD 1 = 1,220 Ira-qi dinars. The market is mostly cash-based; both USD and Iraqi dinars are widely accepted. Payments by credit cards are accepted in a limited number of shops. UN personnel need to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the culture of the country.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

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