Liaison and Partnership Officer (Gaza and Sudan Responses)

Position Title : Liaison and Partnership Officer (Gaza and Sudan Responses)
Duty Station : Cairo, Egypt

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 24 June 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading
UN agency in the field of migration, 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 is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo
(the); Cook Islands; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati;
Lao Peoples Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands;
Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and
Nevis; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The
Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Regional Crisis Coordinator for
Gaza (based in Amman), the direct supervision of the Senior Emergency Coordinator for Gaza
and Sudan responses based in Cairo, and in close coordination with the Head of Programme
and Program Managers, the Liaison and Partnership Officer (Gaza and Sudan Responses) will
be responsible and accountable for the management of the provision of support in partnership
and coordination activities, project development, reporting, monitoring and evaluation,
communications, donor relations, and grants management for IOM humanitarian response in
Gaza and Sudan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate and administer the operational, administrative, and financial aspects of the Gaza
and Sudan response, including oversight responsibilities in the areas of project development,
partnership and staleholder engagement; support to Program Managers (PMs) with reporting
and monitoring and evaluation (M&E), grants management, and communications.

2. Lead resource mobilization for Gaza and Sudan, maintaining donor relations, and
understanding donor policies and priorities relevant to the humanitarian situation in Gaza and
Sudan.

3. Facilitate strategic and operational alignment of Gaza’s and Sudan’s humanitarian response
with IOMs global, regional strategies, and donor priorities, offering insights into adapting to
Gazas and Sudan’s dynamic needs.

4. Foster partnerships with local authorities, UN agencies, and Non-Governmental
Organizations (NGOs) in Gaza, promoting cooperation and dialogue to enhance IOM’s
humanitarian efforts.

5. Enhance reporting mechanisms, ensuring narrative project reports reflect the challenges and
progress of IOMs initiatives in Gaza and Sudan.

6. Support grants management, focusing on the specific requirements of projects in Gaza and
Sudan, from initiation to completion.

7. Establish, strengthen, and manage partnerships that contribute to the IOMs strategic goals.
Identify and prioritize potential partners in line with IOMs strategic objectives. Develop
strategies for engaging with different stakeholders. Strengthen existing partnerships and
evaluate their impact on IOMs mission. Ensure alignment of partnership activities with IOMs
global standards and policies.

8. Engage with key stakeholders to enhance the impact of IOMs initiatives and support to the
Gaza and Sudan response. Establish and maintain open and effective channels of
communication with stakeholders. Foster collaborative relationships and partnerships to
leverage resources and expertise. Enhance stakeholder understanding and support for IOMs
objectives and activities.

9. Facilitate M&E activities, focusing on identifying implementation challenges in Gaza and
Sudan and formulating responsive strategies to ensure the effectiveness and timeliness of
humanitarian response.

10. Supervise the development and implementation of Communication and Visibility Plans
relevant to Gaza and Sudan, ensuring the visibility of IOMs efforts and adherence to donor
requirements.

11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, International

Relations, or Law 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

• Extensive experience in program/ project development and reporting;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions,

and Non-Governmental Organisations;

• Experience working on topics related to disaster risk management/ disaster risk reduction/

climate change adaptation in the Pacific region is a distinct advantage.

Skills

• Successful track record in programme coordination including administrative and budgetary

aspects as well as monitoring and evaluation.

• Proficiency in IOM systems, rules and regulations, and experience in using the IOM project

information and management application PRIMA, is a distinct advantage.

• Familiarity with the Gaza context and the challenges of operating in high-risk environments is

an advantage.

• Excellent writing, conceptualization, and reporting skills.
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by

theOrganization in the region.

• Familiarity with the (IOM) project management cycle.
• Demonstrated financial management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage staff.
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donors’ programming.
• Proven high-level representation and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively and deliver under pressure, multiple competing priorities, and strict

deadlines.

• Proven attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel to remote and isolated field locations.

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 Arabic
and/or 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.

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 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
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late
applications will be accepted.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 24 June 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

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 11.06.2024 to 24.06.2024

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.

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