VN 2021 103 Senior Policy and Programme Officer (Peace and Security) (P4) New York, USA

Context:
In its commitment to preventing and resolving displacement, the International Organization for

Migration (IOM) undertakes a range of programming related to preventing and addressing

causes and consequences of conflict as drivers of forced displacement, including work in the

areas of peacebuilding, conflict prevention and mitigation, security sector reform, reintegration of

ex-combatants, community stabilization, socioeconomic recovery and solutions to displacement.

These efforts relate closely to the work of the UN’s peace and security pillar which outline a new

ambitious UN reform agenda and approach for peacebuilding that focusses on strengthening

the UN’s ability to prevent the outbreak, escalation, continuation and recurrence of violent

conflict. IOM is committed to advancing this agenda by ensuring that comprehensive

approaches are adopted before, during and after conflict in support of global efforts to

strengthen the humanitarian, development and peace nexus. To support this area of work, IOM

is seeking to recruit a Senior Policy and Programme Officer (Peace and Security) to provide

liaison and policy support to IOM’s work and institutional engagement on peace and security.

Under the overall supervision of the Director of the IOM Office to the UN in New York, the direct

supervision of the Senior Policy and Liaison Officer (Humanitarian Affairs) based in New York,

and with technical direction from the Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) /

Transition and Recovery Division (TRD) in IOM’s Geneva Headquarters (HQ), the successful

candidate will be the institutional interface in New York on coordination and policy development

at the intersection of conflict, peace, security and migration within the wider framework of IOM’s

work on preventing and addressing forced displacement and sustaining peace, recognizing that

Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR), Prevention of Violent Extremism (PVE)

and Foreign Terrorist Fighter (FTF) related programming and policy is overseen by IOM HQ.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Coordinate preparation of contributions and report on key developments with regard to the

UN peace and security agenda; strategically participate in discussions in New York and make

recommendations to relevant IOM Departments and Divisions in relation to policies and

programmes to further the impact and relevance of IOM’s work on peace and security.

2. Advise and update on the UN reform process around the peace and security pillar as it

relates to IOM’s efforts to institutionalize and operationalize the Organization’s contribution to

‘sustaining peace’.

3. In close coordination with the Head of TRD and the Programme Advisor (Peace and Security)

in HQ, strengthen inter-agency liaison and promote strategic initiatives to address opportunities

on UN peace operations, including enhanced engagement with the Peacebuilding Support

Office (PBSO), the Department of Peace Operations (DPO) and the Department of Political and

Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA), the UN Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate (UNCTED) –

related structures and all relevant working groups in New York. Act as focal point for, and

coordinate closely with TRD in its co-chairmanship, the IOM Counter-Terrorism / Countering

Violent Extremism (CVE) Task Force at Headquarters in Geneva.

4. Contribute to DOE / TRD efforts to integrate elements of peace and security across relevant

IOM strategic planning processes, policies, trainings, analysis, assessments, programmes and

activities. Act as focal point for the Peace-Building Commission.

5. Contribute to the institutional positioning towards the peace and security dimensions of the

Humanitarian Development Peace Nexus (HDPN) dialogue, including support and strategic

guidance to engagement in related inter-agency coordination processes in New York. Act as

New York based point of contact on HDPN and, as required, represent the Organization in

relevant meetings. Contribute to preparations for the UN Joint Steering Committee to Advance

Humanitarian and Development Collaboration.

6. Monitor, track and communicate to counterparts, in coordination with TRD Gender and Youth

Focal Points, on IOM’s contributions to the implementation of Security Council resolutions on

women and youth in peace operations and peacebuilding initiatives. Act as focal point for ‘youth

and peace building’ working group.

7. In close coordination with TRD, promote outreach and engagement strategies with donor

entities and member states. Lead outreach, monitoring and liaison with the United Nations

Peace Building Fund (PBF) and Trust Fund for Human Security (UNTFHS). In close

coordination with TRD and IOM Washington, D.C. focal point, assess opportunities for resource

mobilization with the World Bank.

8. Provide technical support, compliance support and, under TRD oversight, strategic guidance

to Country Offices implementing peace and security-related programming funded by the PBF,

UNTFHS and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) Multi-Year Appeal.

9. Advise and update the Head of TRD, in HQ, and the Senior Policy and Liaison Officer

(Humanitarian Affairs) on peace and security thematic priorities and challenges related to the

sustaining peace agenda, including emerging issues on countering violent extremism and other

related global processes such as the UN Prevention Agenda and the Sustainable Development

Goals.

10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Development Studies and Planning or a

related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional

experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in interfacing with governmental and diplomatic authorities and donors, as well as

with both local and international partner institutions and NGOs;

• Experience contributing substantively to policy development processes, serving as an

institutional liaison, including tracking and reporting on developments and discussions,

representing institutional interests, and providing timely reporting to relevant internal

stakeholders;

• Experience at an international level with specialized international agencies (United Nations

Agencies, International Organizations, and International Non-Government Organizations)

required;

• Experience in organized collaboration and communication with colleagues operating in diverse

contexts, across multiple time-zones, and functional areas required; and,

• Experience in complex crisis operations, including conflict and post-conflict situations

preferred.

Skills

• Familiarity with programme formulation, implementation and evaluation of peace and

security-related programming, including legal or policy formulation, community-led

socio-economic recovery programmes, local governance, government-citizen engagement and

dialogue, security sector reform, stabilization, and ex-combatant’s reintegration; strong

knowledge of peace, security, and development frameworks.

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the

Organization with special focus on post crises and transition contexts.

• Knowledge and experience of UN system, particularly of the entities related to Peace and

Security files.

• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donors’ programming.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in

English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French,

Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English and working knowledge of Spanish or French is required

(oral and written). Working knowledge of other UN languages 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 three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural

differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

• 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 action 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 3

• 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling

environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and

communicates a clear strategic direction.

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

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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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 security clearances.

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 25 May 2021 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 12.05.2021 to 25.05.2021

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.