IOM is looking for Research Officer (Policy) – Dakar, Senegal
Position Title : Research Officer (Policy)
Duty Station : Dakar, Senegal
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 19 August 2019
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:
- Internal candidates
- Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Bahamas; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; El Salvador; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Libya; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Paraguay; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director (RD), the direct supervision of the Regional Liaison and Policy Officer (RLPO), and in close coordination with the Regional Information Management Officer, the Regional Head of Programmes (Department for International Development (DFID) and European Union Emergency Trust Fund (EUTF)) and the Head of the Migration Research Division at IOM Headquarters, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with and contributing to developing the regional research portfolio and Policy work undertaken by IOM’s Regional Office for West and Central Africa (WCA).
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Collect, compile and analyze relevant information on priority migration policy and emerging trends within the field of migration and provide technical inputs for policy formulation and analysis in relation to these issues.
- Assist with the compilation and preparation of statements, background documents and reports for relevant meetings and events.
- Support IOM’s participation in and policy inputs to State-led and international or regional processes as well as inter-agency cooperation where migration issues are relevant, particularly in relation to the implementation of the migration related SDGs, by following up on logistical and administrative arrangements, providing information and drafting technical inputs for policy documents.
- Contribute regional guidance for the dissemination and exchange of information and documentation on global migration policy issues.
- Provide assistance to the Regional Programme Learning Manager on fostering a culture of learning.
- Undertake, develop and support relevant policy-research on migration on behalf of the Regional Office and contribute to IOM’s regular research publications (such as the World Migration Report).
- Support IOM’s research under the Safety Support and Solutions in the Central Mediterranean Route Phase II (SSS II) by liaising directly with IOM’s research partner under the programme to obtain and provide relevant information.
- Provide technical support and guidance to Country Offices in developing and implementing projects, activities and strategies with research components.
- Provide technical support to Country Offices implementing DFID-funded research activities in developing, implementing and monitoring said activities, with a specific focus on generating feedback loops to the organization.
- Train and support the capacity of Country Offices in data collection and research methods.
- Represent IOM in regional data/research initiatives, including by shaping the initiatives’ research agendas, reviewing research, and handling administrative issues related to IOM’s participation in these initiatives.
- Reply to external and internal queries on research and assist in fulfilling internal reporting requirements regarding data and research.
- Conduct research for, write sections of, and review drafts of IOM research initiatives in the region.
- Participate in developing and maintaining partnerships with academic institutions, think-tanks and research institutions within the region.
- Provide technical inputs for the development of IOM regional research strategy and policy-oriented research in close coordination with the Regional Information Management Officer, the Regional Thematic Specialists and, where relevant, with the Regional Research Officers and/or Headquarters.
- Support the design and running of a WCA knowledge hub by uploading relevant materials and developing and outreach strategy to win potential contributors, as well as build a community of researchers, academics, policymakers, practitioners and other interested parties working on migration issues related to WCA.
- Conduct background research and draft documents in support of meetings of policy related discussions and consultative processes, within the framework of the Global Compact for Migration or other relevant processes.
- Prepare draft reports and write identified sections of regional policy and strategy documents as well as regional public information materials.
- Assist in the identification of new programme/project possibilities, with a focus on research and knowledge production, consistent with expressed Government needs and IOM’s mandate and strategy in the region; on this basis, aid in the formulation/development of project proposals and collection of requested documentation for submission to donors, according to IOM project development guidelines and procedures.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Master’s degree in Migration Studies, Political Science, Social Science, 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.
- PHD is an advantage
Experience
- Experience in research, in particular quantitative and qualitative methods;
- Excellent drafting and editing skills;
- Experience producing visibility materials, publications, reports and other documents;
- Good knowledge of migration issues;
- Good knowledge of the West and Central Africa region;
- Experience working with statistical software, such as Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) or STATA software, and databases is a distinct advantage.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in French and English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.
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 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
- 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 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 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 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.
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.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 19 August 2019 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 13.08.2019 to 19.08.2019
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.
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