Chief of Mission Jobs in Juba

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
Classification : Official, Grade P5 Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible Reference Code : VN2011/54(O)-EXT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of non-represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered:
Angola, Armenia, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Mauritania, Mongolia, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Slovenia, Somalia, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director (RD) for East and Southern Africa in Pretoria the successful candidate will be IOM's interlocutor with the Government of South Sudan and relevant ministries, UN Specialized Agencies, and local and international NGOs. He/ she will be responsible for the promotion with the Government of South Sudan, diplomatic representatives and other organizations of the full range of IOM services as well as for keeping the RD and Headquarters (HQs) units informed of relevant governmental concerns and programmatic developments. The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for developing and promoting IOM's strategy and programming in South Sudan within the overall regional framework.
Core functions/ responsibilities:
I. Development and follow up of strategies, policies and programmes

• Develop, clarify and contribute to IOM's overall mandate and strategy through project development and implementation in South Sudan with appropriate consultation with the Regional Office, Headquarters, Member States and other relevant actors.
  
• Play an integral role in migration policy discussions and apply approved policies in the national activities.
  
• Advise the Regional Office and HQs on national policy and emergency matters as well as government migration policies affecting the activities of IOM in South Sudan and make recommendations or prepare proposals for appropriate action.
  
• Participate in appropriate policy and operational United Nations Country Team (UNCT) inter-agency mechanisms, in particular with a view to inserting migration related issues into the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) process.
  
• Stimulate, catalyze and support project development in South Sudan, assessing the appropriateness and effectiveness of programme development and fundraising and strategies and recommend ways to improve these.
  
• Direct and monitor the project planning, design and implementation in South Sudan and give necessary support to the IOM sub-office(s). Evaluate IOM's operational activities in South Sudan and prepare recommendations with a view to increasing their effectiveness.
  
• Take full responsibility for the successful execution of ongoing operational programmes and the development of new ones.
  
• Support the regional and international processes and dialogues on migration relevant to South Sudan. Ensure the participation of government officials in these initiatives.
  

II. Resource management and capacity building

• Direct the operational, human resources, administrative, budgetary and financial activities of the Mission and oversee those of the Sub-Office(s) in accordance with the Organization's rules and procedures.
  
• Report regularly to the RD and other interested partners on progress achieved and developments in South Sudan. Prepare regular and specific narrative, impact, policy, financial, evaluation and statistical reports covering IOM activities; prepare briefings and background information requested by RO and HQs, the Government and other entities.
  

III. Representation of IOM

• Develop and promote liaison with governmental authorities and diplomatic missions, international and regional organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and voluntary agencies, airlines and public media in the region, particularly with view to identifying migration-related areas for developing common activities/projects in a complementary manner, identify needs and priorities for cooperation and project development as well as for fundraising purposes.
  
• Represent the Organization at national and international conferences and meetings.
  
• Develop public relations and media activities in order to promote IOM's image and programmes.
  
• Participate in the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT), chair the Operations Management Team and contribute and provide support to other inter-agency planning processes and the overall humanitarian strategy.
  
• Ensure current obligations as lead agency for NFIs, emergency returns and common transport are carried out including on reporting and capacity, and that the global CCCM cluster lead obligations are fulfilled if this is activated.
  
• Take part in the development of any other relevant planning tools such as National Action plans, Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers, Migration Profiles.
  

Desirable Competencies
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a) correctly interacts with and advises on interfacing with senior level stakeholders as appropriate; b) drives the mobilization of resources to meet IOM mandates; c) interfaces with senior-level stakeholders to secure resources to meet IOM needs; d) plans operations within the context of IOM's global core mandates and responsibilities; e) identifies long-term trends and global political developments that can impact on the core mandates and their executions; f) represents IOM in high-level interactions with clients; g) develops effective partnerships with prospective donors and other stakeholders; h) establishes and maintains effective working relationships with implementing partners; i) participates in HCT, UNCT or relevant inter-agency meetings; j) supports and contributes to the inter-agency planning process and the overall humanitarian strategy; k) ensures CCCM obligations as cluster lead agency are carried out.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) a completed Master's degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations and/ or Law; b) ten years of experience (or twelve years of experience for candidates with a 1st level degree) in the field of migration issues including operational and field experience, IOM project development, and management; c) demonstrated expertise in post conflict / emergency operations; d) knowledge and experience of regional issues an advantage; e) experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/ international institutions and NGOs; f) knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Working knowledge of Arabic an advantage.
NOTE:

• The tenure of contract of staff members holding a regular contract will remain unchanged.