Job Summary

IOM, UN Migration Agency in Erbil, Iraq is looking for a Programme Officer (Rehabilitation, Reconciliation & Reintegration (RRR) Coordination) who will support and coordinate the work of the Rehabilitation, Reconciliation & Reintegration team in the Peace, Recovery and Solutions Division, support enhanced coordination across teams and bring together various information streams across the division to develop comprehensive reports and information materials.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support the coordination and day-to-day management of IOM’s Rehabilitation, Reconciliation & Reintegration (RRR) and Durable Solutions portfolios, working closely with relevant technical leads across the Peace, Recovery and Solutions Division.
2. Facilitate information exchange and collaboration between sub-units—including CCCM, case management, community engagement, social cohesion, tribal engagement, and Prevention of Violent Extremism (PVE)—to coordinate a cohesive and timely response to Government of Iraq (GoI) priorities.
3. Consolidate and analyze data, reports and inputs from multiple teams to prepare internal updates, donor briefs, and strategic overviews related to the return and reintegration of Iraqi nationals from north east Syria and solutions pathways for Displacement-Affected Communities.
4. Develop tools, guidance and process documentation that enhance the effectiveness and consistency of programming and coordination across technical teams, including the integration of tracking and monitoring systems across the RRR and Durable Solutions (DS) workstreams.
5. Contribute to planning and follow-up of coordination meetings with government counterparts, UN partners and internal stakeholders.
6. Undertake field visits, as needed, to monitor implementation, identify and address inconsistencies, gather qualitative insights, and feed into programmatic learning and reporting efforts.
7. Perform such oth.er duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Peace and Conflict, Law, International Relations, Political or Social Sciences, International Development, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in programme management, implementation and project development;
• Experience in coordination of various projects implemented in parallel and quality assurance of programme implementation;
• Experience in liaising with government authorities and other national/international institutions;
• Experience in emergency settings with in-depth knowledge of IOM/UN programme/project life cycles;
• Experience with UN and International Agencies, international or local Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) preferred; and,
• Work experience in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region is desirable.

Skills

• Knowledge of UN/IOM’s regulations, policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of project budgeting and financial management;
• Sound writing, communication and negotiation skills; and,
• Excellent organization skills, analytical and creative thinking.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Arabic and another official UN language (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.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category. 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 will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.

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