Director, EU Policy & Partnerships

IOM - UN Migration; Brussel; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

IOM - UN Migration is seeking a Deputy Director, EU Policy, Partnerships and Programmes to lead IOM’s strategic relationship with the European Union and EU Member States. Based in Brussels, the role directs the EU Policy and Programme Support Division and advises senior leadership on policy, funding, and partnerships across Headquarters, Regional Offices and Country Offices.

The incumbent will drive engagement with Team Europe, Global Gateway and international financial institutions, ensuring

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a related field and 15 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience working with EU institutions, donor governments and international partners.
• Proven ability to lead policy, advocacy and strategic engagement at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for EU policy and programme engagement with the EU and Member States.
• Lead political and stakeholder analysis and provide forward-looking assessments.
• Represent IOM at senior levels; manage EU partnerships and negotiations.
• Lead strategic planning and governance for GO Brussels’ EU portfolio.
• Oversee risk, funding and compliance across EU-funded programmes.
• Direct knowledge management and learning related to EU funding and advocacy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Political judgment

EU policy engagement

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication

Change leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Economics, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law or related field

Job description

IOM - UN Migration is seeking a Deputy Director, EU Policy, Partnerships and Programmes to lead IOM’s strategic relationship with the European Union and EU Member States. Based in Brussels, the role directs the EU Policy and Programme Support Division and advises senior leadership on policy, funding, and partnerships across Headquarters, Regional Offices and Country Offices.

The incumbent will drive engagement with Team Europe, Global Gateway and international financial institutions, ensuring