Position Title: Reintegration Officer

Duty Station: Bamako, Mali

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 02 June 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is one of the United Nations agencies and the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration. IOM works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people.

Irregular migration along the Central Mediterranean route is increasingly dangerous for migrants. Crossing the Mediterranean to Italy is by far the deadliest route, with 1 death recorded for 35 arrivals (IOM, 2016). In addition, over 70% of the migrants interviewed by IOM on their arrival in Italy report that they were victims of trafficking or other exploitative practices during their migratory journey along the routes of the Central Mediterranean. To meet these challenges, the European Union (EU) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have developed the Joint Initiative for Migrant Protection and Reintegration in Africa (hereinafter “Joint Initiative”), for which implementation started in Mali in May 2017 and ended at the beginning of 2023. As a follow up programme, IOM and the European Union developed the “Migrant Protection, Return and Reintegration Assistance Programme” (hereinafter “MPRR”). The project aims to protect the security, dignity and rights of migrants along this important and dangerous migration route and to help improving the reintegration of returnees through innovative approaches. This will be achieved through different types of interventions, including protection and assistance to vulnerable and stranded migrants in transit, provision of direct assistance through search and rescue support, identification, referral and specialized direct assistance to the most vulnerable groups, voluntary return assistance, support with sustainable reintegration, and enhanced coordination among actors.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator, the Reintegration Officer will supervise and define, in coordination with RO Dakar/MPRR-SSA Central Coordination Unit (CCU), IOM Bamako’s Reintegration activities, as well as be responsible for staff management, data capture, reporting and reintegration budget oversight.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Plan, manage and coordinate the MPRR-SSA reintegration activities in Mali, including budgeting, implementation and monitoring.
2. Oversee and coordinate IOM reintegration caseworkers and assistants and reintegration and/or protection partners.
3. Ensure supervision, training and ongoing counselling and guidance to staff and establish/maintain a sound case management system in compliance with IOM standards of assistance.
4. Maintain, adapt and create national reintegration schemes and coordination structures in collaboration with national counterparts (government, civil society, business associations, etc.), enhancing partnerships with the private industry and environmental and climate considerations mainstreaming where possible.
5. Coordinate the evaluation, implementation and, where necessary, rewriting of national Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to return and reintegration.
6. Mainstream protection into reintegration activities by ensuring the provision of adequate assistance for vulnerable categories of migrants, such as victims of trafficking, unaccompanied children and migrants with psychosocial and/or physical health concerns.
7. Assess training and capacity-building needs on reintegration and protection among local authorities, local NGOs, international NGOs, and other stakeholders.
8. Provide technical assistance, capacity-building support and guidance to implementing partners and Government counterparts.
9. Ensure adequate monitoring and evaluation of reintegration activities, including through proper accountability mechanisms, and use it to make improvements to implementation and results.
10. Oversee appropriate data management of beneficiaries, including entering case data into IOM databases and proper filing in accordance with IOM Data Protection Principles.
11. Draft quality internal and external reports on reintegration activities.
12. Contribute to the development of project concepts/proposals, and resource mobilization initiatives related to reintegration, as appropriate.
13. Ensure synergies with other relevant programmes (AVRR, MECC-R, LMI, CS) and capitalize on lessons learnt.
14. Maintain close contacts and working relationships with national and state authorities, programme partners, civil society, the international community and donors to ensure enhancement of reintegration activities, mainstreaming of reintegration into relevant policies and programmes, and visibility of activities.
15. Undertake duty travel as requested.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Law, Development Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Social Studies, Psychology or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Professional experience in assisted voluntary return and reintegration, community reintegration or similar direct assistance work;
• Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International NGOs);
• Previous work on protection (including, but not limited to, child protection, counter-trafficking) is preferable; and,
• Experience in project management and monitoring and evaluation is an asset.

Skills

• Ability to collaborate with government counterparts and relevant stakeholders (private sector included) is an advantage;
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high degree of rational behaviour and decision making at all times;
• Ability to supervise and work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Excellent oral and written skills;
• Listens actively and responds effectively;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong strategic and creative thinking;
• Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Ability to guide and supervise staff and coordinate administrative matters; and,
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance Country Office or Regional objectives.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English and French 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.

Notes

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 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.

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 df

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 background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.