Context/Reporting line:

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission and Head of Migration Management Unit and direct

supervision of the Programme Officer (Migration Governance) and in coordination with relevant Mission

and Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) and departments at Headquarters (HQ), the successful candidate

will be responsible for supporting the implementation of National Migration Strategy for Iraq, by

supporting the compiling of an evidence-based and government-owned policy and strengthening the

national capacity on Migration Governance.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

1. In close coordination with the Programme Officer (Migration Governance), develop a work plan and

provide technical expertise for supporting the national implementation of the National Migration

Management strategy.

2. Guide and inform evidence-based policy development based on the Migration Governance Indicator

assessment and assessment of progress.

3. Support the conduction of meetings of the Technical Working Group and Taskforces and promote

dialogue with relevant interlocutors – lead government agencies, members of civil society and experts

from international agencies – in order to facilitate inter-ministerial cooperation and collaboration to

guide the implementation of the National Migration strategy.

4. Supervise the organization and implementation of specialized trainings on Migration Governance to

enhance government capacity to develop legislation and policies, collect and analyze data to inform

evidence-based policy development, and address mobility impacts of climate change and

environmental degradation.

5. Develop and conduct pre and post training surveys to assess the understanding of migration dynamics

in Iraq by relevant government officials.

6. Draft reports, talking points, background papers and other relevant documents keeping the Chief of

Mission, Head of Migration Management Unit and Programme Officer (Migration Governance)

advised of problems and suggested improvements as needed.

7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education:

 Master’s degree in Law, Political Science, Social Science, Statistics, Evaluation with focus on

development, research methods, management or related field from an accredited academic

institution with at least 8 years of relevant professional experience; or

 University degree in the above field with at least 10 years of relevant professional experience.

Experience and Skills:

 Experience working in the development and humanitarian fields

 Experience in migration management policy is required.

 Experience in data collection, statistical research and analysis is required.

 Experience on Iraq and/or the Region is an asset.

 Experience working with Government counterparts, UN agencies and/or non-governmental

organizations is desirable.

Languages:

 English language is required.

Behavioral Competencies

 Work prioritization and ability to multitask.

 Shares knowledge and experience.

 Positive, constructive attitude.

 Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a

minimum of comfort.

 Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.

 Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.

 Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

 Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.

 Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.

 Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.

 Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of

sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified Internal applicants.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:

https://vacancies.my-soc.org/apply.php?job=20210620071935&token=CNua26cOogfqABSpKxndY9wRT

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.