Position Title : Senior Programme Manager (Immigration and Border
Governance (IBG))
Duty Station : Copenhagen, Denmark
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 24 September 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. External female candidates:
3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
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; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and
female candidates.
Context:
Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Chief of Mission (Co M) of Denmark, and the
technical supervision of the Regional Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Technical
Specialist at the IOM Regional Office (RO) in Vienna, the Senior Programme Manager
(Immigration and Border Governance (IBG)) will be responsible for the overall development,
management, coordination and promotion of the Danish Migration Management Programme
(CAPACITY), funded by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). The Senior Programme
Manager (IBG) will coordinate closely with the respective implementing teams in the field and
will provide technical and liaison advice and support to active and perspective Danish-funded
IBG programming, such as the Regional Migration Governance Programme (RMGP) in the
Mediterranean region, to ensure consistency, synergy and coherence in programs funded by the

Government of Denmark.
In addition, the Senior Programme Manager (IBG) will provide authoritative technical support
and advice to the IOM Country Offices in the Nordic countries on Immigration and Border
Governance programming, in coordination with the IBG Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) in
RO Vienna.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Develop, advise on, coordinate and oversee the management, implementation and
monitoring of the activities of the CAPACITY programme in line with the programme agreement,
and in compliance with IOM Rules and Regulations.
2. Manage and supervise the work of IOM IBG staff in Denmark and ensure technical guidance
is provided to CAPACITY focal points for the timely delivery of planned interventions in
respective Country Offices (COs). Develop and promote regional and cross-regional staff
development initiatives to advance and strengthen team building, exchange of lessons learnt
and coherence in programme implementation across COs.
3. Lead and oversee the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) processes
and capacities within the IBG team in IOM Denmark and across relevant Country Offices (COs),
in the framework of the CAPACITY programme.
4. Advise and coordinate with other relevant IOM Divisions and RTSs for non-IBG interventions
(i.e. Protection, Data Hubs etc.) in the framework of the CAPACITY Programme.
5. Provide authoritative technical and liaison advice and support to COs in designing,
developing and submitting project proposals in line with Danish priorities to access funding in
the framework of the CAPACITY programme and/or other Danish-funding streams relevant to
IBG. Review and revise programme documents to ensure alignment with the Government of
Denmark’s priorities and complementary across Danish-funded programmes, in coordination
with IBG RTSs.
6. Liaise with the RMGP IOM Programme Management structure to develop and promote
consistent approaches to implementation and boost opportunities for synergies and economies
of scale across Danish IBG funding, in coordination with relevant RTSs.
7. Coordinate with and provide advice to COs and Danish authorities in the planning,
preparation and organization of the CAPACITY and RMGP Programmes’ Steering Committees
in Copenhagen. Prepare and/or propose agenda items and ensure follow-up on
recommendations of Steering Committees. Ensure support is provided for the preparation of
National Steering Committees as required.
8. Ensure all reporting requirements are met, including the timely preparation and submission of
the CAPACITY programme reports according to IOM formats and donor preferences as per
agreement. Liaise with the RMGP Programme Manager and relevant ROs to ensure compliance
with requirements of Danish government, and ensure remedial action is taken as required.
9. Ensure conferences, thematic briefings and other coordination events are planned and
organized with relevant partners (including ICMPD, DHRI, UNHCR, EUAA) and stakeholders
(i.e. governmental and non-governmental entities, UN-agencies etc.); represent IOM, promote
exchange of lessons learned, assess achievements as well as remaining needs, and enhance
multilateral coordination, in the framework of Danish-funded IBG interventions.
10. Liaise with the Government of Denmark and organize joint events to raise visibility of IOM -
Denmark partnership on IBG, brief and advise the government and relevant partners on
programme milestones and achievements, as well as any other relevant IBG issues, in

coordination with the Chief of Mission and the IBG RTS.
11. Establish, strengthen, maintain and support donor engagement with the Nordic countries
and promote exchange opportunities in the Nordic region over relevant IBG priorities, in
coordination with the Co M Denmark and the IBG RTS in RO Vienna.
12. Advise COs, ROs and Headquarters (HQ) on the implications of programme policies and
needs, on plans, priorities and strategic objectives, and on challenges and opportunities as
relevant to ongoing and perspective IBG Nordics-funded interventions; establish and coordinate
communication with relevant donor representatives for timely response, including risk
management and mitigation as needed. Coordinate with HQ Legal Identity Unit and relevant
PMs to scope opportunities for synergies across programming in target countries.
13. Prepare regular programmatic and strategic updates, summaries, policy briefs, funding
proposals, visibility materials and other relevant materials tailored to various audiences i.e.
potential donors, international community, programme stakeholders, HQ, etc., in coordination
with the Co M Denmark.
14. Participate in or lead field missions and duty travel to advise and guide project staff, donors,
local authorities and other partners in programme target countries and ensure programme
visibility and synergies with complementary programming.
15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Migration Studies, Law, Political or Social Sciences or a related field from

an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Extensive experience in the field of migration, including operational and field experience, IOM

project/programme development and management in distinct countries or regions;

• Experience in the design and facilitation of capacity building activities on migration

management;

• Experience of immigration and border governance is an advantage;
• Experience establishing and strengthening partnerships and liaison with national, regional and

international institutions, including United Nations, is a requirement. Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to readmission,

including issues related to identity management, is required.

• Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches to legal identity is required.
• Knowledge of large scale and global program management is desirable.
• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area of legal identity and/or readmission.

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 is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French,
Portuguese, Arabic, and/or Danish and/or another official UN language (Chinese, Russian, and

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 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 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 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 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
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.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 24 September 2024 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 11.09.2024 to 24.09.2024
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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