Mobility VN: Project Coordinator, Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) (P) (Internal Applicants Only)

Introduction

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 Vacancy Notice is part of IOM’s competitive mobility exercise, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only. 

Organizational Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the lead United Nations agency in the field of migration and works in collaboration with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. Its activities aim to: help solve migration challenges, promote an understanding of migration issues, support social and economic development through migration, and ensure the human dignity and well-being of migrants. For several years, IOM Costa Rica has been implementing different program and/or projects focused on promoting regular, safe and orderly labor migration, with the aim of strengthening the country's institutional framework for an effective approach to migration flows, through legal identity process, regularization pathways and in the areas of counter-trafficking, peacebuilding, binational dialogue and combating gender-based violence, among others. 

As part of its Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM),11 IOM conducts regular surveys to measure migration flows and interviews to assess migrants’ needs. In January 2022, 25% of migrants in transit were women. Ninety-one percent of all migrants surveyed travelled in groups, and 13% of the accompanying persons are minors. Notably, 78% of the women travel with their families. The main needs identified were access to food, clothing, diapers, lodging, medicines, and transportation. Many migrants also reported having lost their identification documents. The confluence of these factors hampers migrants access to regular pathways and renders them highly vulnerable to being abused by criminal networks. 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator in Costa Rica, the Project Coordinator (IBG) will be responsible for the coordination and monitoring of the Immigration and Border Governance Unit of IOM Costa Rica Mission. 

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in development, Political or Social Sciences, Law 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 liaising with government counterparts at high level, UN agencies and/or non- governmental organizations; 
• Knowledge of migration governance issues at the international and regional levels; 
• Experience working in the development and humanitarian fields; 
• Experience in regional project development and implementation; 
• Experience in labour migration is an advantage; 
• Understanding and experience of working with international human rights instruments, tools and standards with the adaptation and implementation of the same in developing countries; and, 
• Excellent writing and organizational skills. 

Skills

• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills;  
• Good knowledge of project formulation, administration and evaluation techniques and practices;  
• Familiarity with financial management; effective resource management skills;  
• Sound judgment, ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data and resolve operational problem, ability to work with minimum supervision;  
• Ability to work effectively with local authorities, academic institutions and the broader community to advance country office objectives;  
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office package;  
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritize tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines; and, 
• Effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative analytical thinker, active learner, team 
• player, and cross-cultural facilitator. 

Languages

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

Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, and Russian) 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.

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.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM WAVE system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies