Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Applicants must have obtained an advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution related to EU policy, EU Law or EU studies, relevant to the assignment;
PhD degree will be considered a strong advantage.
Experience
- At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in conducting research in any relevant area is preferred.
- Experience in conducting similar assignments is an asset.
- Working experience with EU institutions and government institutions of EU member states is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in analyzing institutional processes, drafting policy documents, and strategic documents, as well as in data collection, processing, analysis, and reporting, and delivering presentations.
- Strong interest and knowledge of EU-Albania relations.
- Experience in engagement with diaspora communities, authorities, and other stakeholders is an asset.
- In-depth knowledge in one or more areas of the Acquis Communautaire is an asset.
- Guiding and monitoring team-work engaged in research is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of the Albanian legal system
Skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Very good communication skills in written and oral form.
- High commitment, adaptability, and flexibility.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, team-working, and leadership skills.
- Ability to produce analytical work, including written reports and brief presentations of research.
- Effective communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders, including public authorities, local authorities, and the private sector.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
- Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills, with attention to detail.
Languages
For this consultancy, fluency in Albanian and English is required (oral and written)
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
- 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.
Notes
IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
The expected candidates for this assignment are required to be accomplished professionals from the Albanian diaspora residing in an EU country, who are motivated to contribute their expertise to the country’s development and innovation agenda.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
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.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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