Programme Manager (P)

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

This is an expedited recruitment process, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only. 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager, the Programme Manager will be responsible for the overall coordination and management of International Organization for Migration’s (IOM’s) activities in the field of Transition and Reintegration (TR).

The programme, supported by a multi-donor funded small grants initiative to advance Community-Conflict-Reduction priorities, is implemented through IOM in close coordination with the programme’s various bilateral donors, with communities in priority areas, and with all levels of the host Government(s). The overall objective of the IOM programme is to create and implement medium- to long-term, locally-led activities to build resilience, strengthen the roots of stability, and prevent/reduce conflict. The Programme Manager will oversee a range of duties and provide overall management of the programme throughout its geographic coverage.
DDR programs will also be implemented by the IOM in Haiti, and the Program Manager will oversee their set up and implementation, in coordination with the national stakeholders

• Participate in developing programme strategies focused on community stabilization, community engagement, and reintegration, to help ensure activities foster resilience, social cohesion, and sustainable outcomes in line with IOM’s objectives, using a conflict sensitive lens.
• Coordinate project activities and initiatives on Community Violence Reduction (CVR) and Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR), ensuring alignment with broader stabilization and peacebuilding initiatives.
• Collaborate with local communities and stakeholders to design and implement locally-led activities that address root causes of instability and promote inclusive participation in decision-making. processes. 

• Supervise, train, and support programme staff, ensuring effective collaboration across teams and adherence to organizational standards.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with government officials, and other stakeholders to facilitate programmatic alignment and resource mobilization.
• Act as the primary liaison for the TR programming, ensuring clear communication with partners and stakeholders and fostering synergies with other IOM initiatives. 

• Backstop the financial, administrative, and logistical aspects of TR programmes delivery, ensuring compliance with IOM and donor standards.
• Prepare and/or coordinate reporting requirements, including financial, narrative, and data-related outputs, to ensure accountability and transparency to donors and stakeholders in coordination with the Program Support Unit.
• Collaborate with the PSU for the Monitoring and Evaluation requirements of donors and IOM. 
• Monitor contracting and procurement processes, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency in programme delivery in coordination with the Supply Chain Unit.
   

• Liaise with the IOM Office of Staff Security (OSS) for staff safety and compliance with UNDSS requirements, monitoring security conditions and requesting regular briefings and training for the programme staff.
• Implement measures to mitigate financial, institutional, and programmatic risks, including anti-corruption and human rights due diligence frameworks.
  Crosscutting responsibilities
• Promote a culture of learning and innovation within the team by identifying opportunities to enhance programme effectiveness and efficiency.
• Coordinate small grant initiatives and community-focused activities, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and community needs.
• Perform any such other duties as may be assigned.

• Master’s degree in political sciences, International Relations, Development Studies and Planning or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience in positions with progressive responsibility; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
   

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

• At least 5 years (7 years for Bachelor's degree holders) of operational field experience in programme development, implementation and evaluation;
• At least 3 years of operational experience with United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programming or on other large donor-funded programmes in a rapid transition or post- conflict area, with some of this experience having preferably been with USAID/ Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI);
• Experience managing a Cooperative Agreement and following a ‘one team approach’ would be an advantage;
• Previous work experience in small-grants programing, infrastructure works, procurement and civil-society strengthening highly desirable;
• Experience in Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) or Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration, and Repatriation (DDRR) and Community Violence Reduction (CVR) within the IOM highly desirable;
• Experience of managing staff from diverse environments and backgrounds.
   

• Excellent skills in monitoring and evaluation, organization, and the ability to work with minimal supervision;
• Ability to effectively coordinate with other implementing partners;
• Ability to work effectively with donors, local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community.
   

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For all applicants, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Haitian Creole is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

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

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.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

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.

IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.

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