Chief of Results-Based Management At International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Chief of Results-Based Management

Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P5

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

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 10 August 2021

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. External female candidates:
3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

IOM seeks to advance overall transition towards Results-Based Management (RBM), moving away from activity-based management. Systems, culture and training must be adapted, and communication strengthened between corporate efforts at Headquarters (HQ) and Regional/Country Offices.

In particular, IOM seeks to:

• mainstream RBM across the organization through the identification of corporate targets and measurable indicators;
• improve results-based planning at institutional, Regional and Country Office levels;
• improve results reporting; and,
• ensure that IOM learns from its results and adopts a culture of integrating lessons learnt.

Such mechanisms will improve the organization’s efficiency, service delivery and provide for connectivity across IOM through optimal use of core resources and pave the way for IOM’s transition towards adaptive management.

Under the direct supervision of the Internal Governance Coordinator (IGF) and overall supervision of the Chief of Staff, the Chief of Results-Based Management Unit will perform the following functions:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Lead the enhancement of core functions, processes, outputs, and services to effectively monitor and report against IOM’s Strategic Vision, and other key institutional frameworks such as the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration and the Sustainable Development Goals through the RBM Framework.
2. Lead efforts to ensure the RBM Framework is fully utilised at regional and country level and is linked to other internal monitoring systems, to promote consistent reporting across IOM that is coherent with core institutional frameworks and UN reporting systems.
3. Support the IGF Coordinator and ODG to identify strategic directions and priorities, based on results gathered through the RBM mechanisms; formulating and delivering its outcomes; and producing a work plan for RBM based on clear and concrete deliverables. Provide strategic advice for the development of reporting systems and processes to enhance results-based monitoring and reporting and coordinate feedback from Senior Management according to the work plan, the M&E policy and funding available.
4. Oversee and strengthen global reporting processes (e.g., Institutional Questionnaire), and oversee the production of the IOM Annual Report according to IOM governing body reporting deadlines.
5. Guide and support IOM Country Offices’ capacity-building to implement the RBM, introducing ICT innovations to manage knowledge at country-level and support data collection, analysis, and use.
6. Provide strategic direction and advice for applying Results-Based methodology in IOM’s budgeting.
7. Advise on developments in RBM and strategic planning in the context of UN Development System reforms (including through the UNSPN).
8. Represent IOM on results-based management related issues in external meetings, workshops and other discussion fora organized by UN agencies, donor agencies and partners.
9. Lead the development of internal training material for RBM.
10. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Studies, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in the above fields with twelve years of relevant professional experience;

• Certification in Programme or Project management an advantage.

Experience

• Ten years of expert experience in Results-Based Management and Knowledge Management;

• Specialized experience and comprehension of migration projects/programme, project/programme development and management and technical cooperation activities, humanitarian work and other specialized activities in international development;

• Expert experience of report writing and oral communication – demonstrated ability to write institutional documents accurately in a clear and concise drafting style, to review documents for content and style, to deliver formal presentations and to articulate relevant subject matter in a clear and concise way;

• Extensive experience in working with complex partnerships and various stakeholders. Relevant awareness of political and operational complexity of UN operations;

• Demonstrated proficiency, experience and knowledge in the areas of programme, field operations, and analysis.

Skills

• Ability to coordinate complex processes and activities and work closely with multiple stakeholders, including senior management and functional and technical counterparts;

• Excellent level of team management and leadership skills, proven ethical practices and high level of inter-personal and emotional intelligence skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

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 3

• 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 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 3

• 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.pdf

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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

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