Programme Officer (Qatar Country Programme)

International Organization for Migration; Doha; On-site; QAR 328,000 - 546,000; Full time

Job summary

International Organization for Migration is seeking candidates with advanced degrees in international relations or related fields and substantial experience in programme development, monitoring and reporting. Proficiency in English and Arabic is required, with French or another UN language considered an advantage.

The role emphasizes liaising with government and international partners and managing complex stakeholder engagements.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field with five years of relevant experience; or a Bachelor’s degree with seven years of relevant experience.
• Experience: Experience in programme conceptualisation, development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation; capacity-building activities; liaising with governmental/diplomatic authorities and with national and international institutions; organising consultations/workshops with high-level stakeholders.
• Languages: Fluency in English and Arabic; knowledge of French and another UN language is an advantage.

Job description

Required Qualifications and Experience Education

Education Master s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, Economic Development, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or, University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

Experience Experience in programme conceptualisation, development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation; Experience in programme development and capacity-building activities; Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions; and, Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders.

Skills

In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; Familiarity with financial and business administration; Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country and in the region; Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming; Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities; Excellent leadership, coordination, and information management skills; Detailed knowledge of the UN System, NGOs and other international organizations/institutions; Knowledge of migration data, labour migration patterns and Border Management in the GCC region and ability to negotiate with government authorities; Proven knowledge of human and financial resources management; Excellent conceptualization, analytical and writing skills; Demonstrated communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills; Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and, Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with development partners, government counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and 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.

Required Competencies

IOM s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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 2

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 2

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.