Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Sciences, Information or Knowledge Management, Business Administration, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,

• Bachelor's degree in the above fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.

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

Experience

• Experience providing organizational, coordination, reporting or administrative support to senior management or an executive office;

• Experience preparing and reviewing correspondence, briefing notes, talking points, meeting records, reports, presentations or related written products;

• Experience consolidating information and following up actions, deadlines and commitments with multiple units or stakeholders;

• Experience organizing senior-level meetings, official visits, events and travel arrangements, including preparation of briefing materials and follow-up;

• Experience liaising with governmental authorities, United Nations entities, international or national institutions, diplomatic missions, civil society or other partners;

• Experience handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining accurate records and filing systems;

• Experience in migration, humanitarian, peacebuilding, development or displacement-related work in Iraq is an advantage;

• Previous experience with IOM, another United Nations entity, an international organization or a government institution in a multicultural environment is an advantage.

Skills

• Good analytical, research and organizational skills, with the ability to identify relevant information and support practical follow-up;

• Excellent drafting, editing and presentation skills in English and Arabic, including the ability to prepare concise materials for senior audiences;

• Strong coordination, communication, diplomacy and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, government counterparts, United Nations entities and other partners;

• Good knowledge of the United Nations system and inter-agency coordination; knowledge of IOM’s mandate and the Iraq operating context is desirable;

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint, and the ability to maintain practical trackers and repositories;

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain accuracy and confidentiality, and work effectively under supervision.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

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

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, if with direct reports

• 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

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 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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