Position Title : Deputy Director, Internal Audit Division
Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade D1
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 06 October 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; Saint Lucia;
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:
The Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIO) reports to the Director General and is
responsible for internal audit, investigations, advisory, and evaluations services. OIO provides
independent, objective assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and the
effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls.
Under the direct supervision of the Director, OIO, the Deputy Director, Internal Audit Division will
be responsible for the following duties:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Provide overall strategic direction, leadership and management of all facets of the work of the
Internal Audit function, including the direct supervision of the Chiefs of Audit, as well as
supervision of its internal audit staff and consultants at Headquarters and field locations, and
overseeing the recruitment, performance management, coaching and professional development
of the audit managers and team members.
2. Direct and supervise the development of OIO’s risk assessment, work-planning and delivery
of high-quality assurance and advisory assignments across IOM’s programmes and operations,
implementing best-in-class auditing methodologies, tools and approaches.
3. Direct and supervise the selection, prioritization, planning and conduct of internal audits in
accordance with established standards, audit manuals, policies and procedures, and ensuring
that the outcomes and outputs of internal audits are timely and of the highest quality.
4. Determine the human and financial resources needed for the delivery of the internal audit
work program and manages the efficient and proper utilization of resources made available to
the Internal Audit function.
5. Maintain a professional practices and a quality assurance function to ensure general
conformance with the International Professional Practices Framework promulgated by the
Institute of Internal Auditors (that includes the Global Internal Audit Standards, Topical
Requirements, and Global Guidance).
6. Work closely with the Director, OIO to manage Office’s relationships with, and periodic
progress reporting including on established key performance indicators to its key stakeholders
(including Senior Management, the Oversight Advisory Committee, External Auditors, and the
Governing Bodies), and with the audit offices of partner agencies in contributing to knowledge
sharing and harmonization of internal audit practices and methodologies.
7. Formulate and implement a strategy for communicating the investigations function to staff and
external stakeholders to make them understand how the function operates and helps to
strengthen integrity and accountability.
8. Represent the Director, OIO and act on their behalf in their absence, as delegated.
9. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Audit, Law or a related field

from an accredited academic institution with fifteen years of relevant professional experience.

• Professional auditing qualification (e.g. Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant or

Certified Internal Auditor) from a recognized professional body is desirable. Experience

• A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible professional work experience and

demonstrated technical competence in auditing, a significant part in an international
environment, with at least five years at the managerial level.

• Experience of leading large teams in a multi-cultural environment is essential.
• Working experience in an International Organization is desirable.
• Experience in performance auditing and familiarity with investigations would be an advantage.

Skills

• Results-oriented leader with a proven track record in strategic and conceptual thinking;
• Strong management and leadership skills, track record in empowering people to achieve

results;

• Exceptional analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills;
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the capacity to succinctly convey ideas and

advocate for organisational positions and produce written work product of the highest caliber;

• Sound political and business acumen; and,
• Familiarity with modern audit practices (Maturity Models, Agile Auditing, Continuous Auditing,

Data Analytics etc.) is an advantage. 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 another
official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, 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

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.
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 06 October 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 23.09.2024 to 06.10.2024

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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