Job: Policy Officer (Durable Solutions)

Location: Geneva
Closing Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2013
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Policy Officer (Durable Solutions) Geneva, Switzerland Official, Grade P3 Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension As soon as possible

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November 26, 2013 VN 2013/51 (O) - INT

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered: Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Israel, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Introduction: IOM's increasing visibility in the field of emergency and post-crisis assistance has resulted in the need to develop a clear policy framework for all programmes that fall under the Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE).In order to ensure that IOM offices worldwide can apply a coherent, rights-based approach to durable solutions, the Policy Officer (Durable Solutions) will be responsible for all aspects of the durable solutions policy Page 1 / 4

development process under the supervision of the Senior Humanitarian Policy Officer. It includes the production of a durable solutions compendium showcasing IOM's approach and flagship programmes. Overall, the Policy Officer (Durable Solutions) will be responsible for conceptualizing, writing and reviewing IOM's durable solutions policy and compendium, and ensuring that these policies and practices can be implemented in IOM offices worldwide.

Context: Under the direct supervision of Senior Humanitarian Policy Officer, under the direction of the Director of the Department of Operations and Emergencies, and in regular consultation with DOE Heads of Division and other relevant DOE and IOM Headquarters (HQ) staff.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 1. Undertake a comprehensive desk review of existing policies, strategies, and other relevant academic and institutional documents relating to the implementation of durable solutions, the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Framework on Durable Solutions, challenges to durable solutions, and IOM's approach. Draft, share for consultation, and engage in a process of approval for a structure for IOM's Durable Solutions Policy (consulting also the proposed structure outlined within the project document). Establish a mechanism of coordination within DOE, and with relevant internal stakeholders outside of DOE (including the IOM Humanitarian Advisory Board), for regular consultation on the process of policy development and the provision of input by IOM staff. Ensure that key IOM staff have access and contribute to an online resource group (to be established under this project) in order to obtain information on key issues/guidance requests/experiences from missions on durable solutions that should be incorporated into the policy documents. Draft the IOM Durable Solutions Policy (max 15-20 pages) to clearly articulate the roles, objectives and priorities of IOM in the implementation of durable solutions, best practices, the IOM approach, and other guidance on the operationalization of durable solutions for crisis-affected populations (for a variety of forced migrants and in different situational contexts). Draft an IOM Compendium on Durable Solutions to include 1) an analytical/thematic overview of implementing Durable Solutions for a variety of forced migrants and in different situational contexts; 2) IOM's durable solutions methodology and range of activities and 3) flagship programmes that impart knowledge on IOM's experiences, best practices, and lessons learned. Ensure timely provision of the Durable Solutions Policy to the IOM Humanitarian Advisory Board and ensure their feedback meets the envisioned timeframe for policy development.

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Oversee all aspects of the process of validation and approval of the IOM Durable Solutions Policy both internally and by the IOM Humanitarian Advisory Board publication and of the IOM Compendium on Durable Solutions. Ensure that all IOM missions, emergency and post-crisis staff, and relevant IOM stakeholders (e.g. humanitarian partners) are aware and have access to the approved IOM Durable Solutions Policy. In coordination with the other policy development processes envisioned under this project (humanitarian and protection mainstreaming), lead the process of integration of IOM's durable solutions policy into IOM's information management systems including appropriately and efficiently capturing needed information for monitoring integration of the policy within IOM field missions. In coordination with the Policy Officer (Humanitarian Policy and Protection Mainstreaming), establish a system to monitor and document efforts by Missions to apply the IOM durable solutions policy in the development of projects and the implementation of activities (including success stories, challenges, etc.). In coordination with the Policy Officer (Humanitarian Policy and Protection Mainstreaming), develop training modules on the IOM Durable Solutions Policy. In coordination with the Policy Officer (Humanitarian Policy and Protection Mainstreaming), test and revise training materials in 2 pilot trainings, including organizing all aspects of the training (selection of participants, logistics/administration, and preparation of training materials). Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

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Required Competencies Behavioural

• takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
• works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
• promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
• takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
• plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• displays mastery of subject matter;
• contributes to a collegial team environment;
• creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA);
• incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM. Technical
• effectively interfaces with government officials of appropriate level on matters related to substantive migration issues and the work of IOM;
• effectively applies knowledge of migration issues within organizational context;
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Required Qualifications and Experience a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in Political Science and/or International Relations or related area;

• five years of relevant professional experience (or seven years for candidates with first level university degree) in an international organization in research and project development, implementation and evaluation;
• thorough knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods and familiarity with migration matters;
• excellent knowledge of environmental degradation and climate change specific research;
• excellent drafting skills, experience in writing papers, briefings, articles and with own work published desirable;
• proven expertise in project development with a research component, fund raising, collaboration with other international organizations and network/partnership building;
• training and experience in conducting research studies preferred and capacity to present research results in international events;
• good level of computer literacy. Languages Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French and Spanish an advantage.

How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by November 26, 2013 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period: From 12.11.2013 to 26.11.2013 Requisition: VN 2013/51 (O) - Policy Officer (Durable Solutions) (P3) - Geneva, Switzerland (54526118) Released Posting: VN 2013/51 (O) - Policy Officer (Durable Solutions) (P3) - Geneva, Switzerland (54526127) Released

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