Position Title : Senior Employability Specialist (Regular Pathways)
Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland
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 : 03 November 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:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Labour Mobility Division (LMD) at the Department
for Mobility, Pathways and Inclusion (DMPI), and direct supervision of the Senior Specialist for
Regular Pathways and Inclusion, the Senior Employability Specialist (Regular Pathways) will be
responsible for initiating, elaborating and ensuring effective implementation of IOM’s institutional
policies and operational approaches relating to fostering employability in the context of
pathways for regular migration. Working in close collaboration with thematic specialists in the
LMD Division, other Divisions in IOM Headquarters, in Offices with global functions, and in
Regional and Country Offices, the Senior Specialist on Employability for Regular Pathways will
lead in areas of their thematic specialization and contribute to ensuring a whole-of-organization
approach and common external messaging on Mobility, Pathways and Social Inclusion.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Provide practical and solution-oriented employability guidance, tools and methodologies for
IOM missions and other stakeholders in the context of regular pathways, including in crisis
settings. Areas of guidance and support may include language and ICT training, work-based
learning, career guidance, entrepreneurship support, internships or work placements, legal
status and employment rights, skills and recognition of qualifications, cultural and social
adaptability
2. Contribute to LMD efforts to refine IOM's approach to designing and scaling dedicated labour
and economic pathways for migrants (including those in a vulnerable situation) and displaced
talent through the design of processes and mechanisms that aim to enhance the employability
of pathways beneficiaries.
3. Support digital solutions, including the development and implementation of case management
systems, and other related interfaces for migrants (including those in a vulnerable situation) and
displaced talent. Strengthen guidance provided through Migrant Resource Centre and other
related structures which provided tailored assistance and support to migrants.
4. Contribute to development of approaches, tools/guidelines that will assist IOM & partners to,
inter alia – capitalize on the relevant educational and professional skills of the beneficiaries to
guide further skills enhancement programing; support access to tailored Vocational Educational
and training (VET) programmes; develop individual Career Action Plans and; facilitate job
matching for beneficiaries and available employment and entrepreneurial opportunities.
5. Foster innovation and support innovative solutions that can remove obstacles to migrant
employability, including through building the capacity and expertise of governments and other
key stakeholders (such as private sector and civil society) in the context of regular pathways,
including in crisis settings.
6. Contribute to active participation of IOM in multi-stakeholder dialogue and engagement on
pathways for regular migration across regions, including through specific recommendations for
fostering the employability of displaced talent.
7. Support ROs and country missions on how to mobilize multi-stakeholders support networks
(including diasporas, private sector, government, civil society, etc.) and ecosystems to facilitate
the inclusion of the newcomers in labour markets and to create opportunities and pathways for
socio-economic inclusion.
8. Initiate and develop programmes and projects related to employability that are of a
cross-regional and global nature, including by outreaching to relevant donors and partners, in
coordination with relevant divisions and departments in Headquarters and under overall
coordination with the LMI Division head.
9. In conjunction with Regional Thematic Specialists and other programme colleagues in the
country offices, develop, identify and compile good practices on employability in the context of
regular pathways and disseminate these to Missions, Member and Observer States, private
sector, UN and civil society and private partners.
10. Participate and represent IOM in meetings with governments, the UN international
organizations, private sector, and civil society partners to develop and promote bilateral,
multilateral, and multi-stakeholder approaches to improving employability in the context of
labour migration governance.
11. Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Migration, Development

Studies, 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

• Experience in the field of policy planning and implementation on labour and economic mobility

including in crisis settings and across regions;

• Experience in advising and strengthening capacities of governments on labour migration and

social inclusion;

• Experience in proposal development, project management and reporting, and monitoring and

evaluation; and,

• Experience in coordination with multi- stakeholders (including private sector, diaspora groups,

academia, etc) on issues related to regular migration pathways. Skills

• Familiarity with concept of employability in the context of regular pathways (also in crisis

context);

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the

Organization;

• Strong management and organizational skills; and,
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and inter-personal skills.

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

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.
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 03 November 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 21.10.2024 to 03.11.2024
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.
Requisition: VN 2024 623 Senior Employability Specialist (Regular Pathways) (P4) Geneva, Switzerland
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