Job Summary

IOM, UN Migration Agency in Tripoli, Libya is looking for an Movement Operations Coordinator who will provide support in all resettlement and humanitarian return projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Be responsible to coordinate and monitor all Movement Operations activities, including resettlement, Voluntary Humanitarian Return, staff travel, return emergency response, or other movements in IOM Libya Country Office (CO), and verify that activities are implemented in line with the Resettlement and Movement Management Division (RMM) and other IOM guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

2. Provide daily management and supervision of all Operations’ Unit staff including capacity building and technical support/guide on the usage of the in-house system application tools – MiMOSA and iGATOR as well as usage of the AMADEUS booking reservation system.

3. Develop and maintain liaison with government authorities, including the Directorate for Combating Illegal Migration (DCIM), diplomatic missions of the main third country nationals in Libya, national and international institutions, and other counterparts i.e. the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) regarding the selection mission interview process by various recipient countries and monitor that the selection mission logistical needs are met according to IOM’s procedures, to ensure relevant update and smooth implementation of related activities.

4. Coordinate synergies and ensure effective cooperation and coordination between operations unit and all other IOM units involved in related activities i.e. Migration Health Division (MHD), Protection, Direct Assistance etc.

5. Manage the coordination and ensure that timely, efficient and safe logistical land transportation arrangements including procurement process, all escorts are in place for selection mission interviews, medical health assessments, cultural orientation classes and international departures of migrants and refugees through both charter and commercial movements.

6. Monitor operational budgets and expenditures to ensure that costs related to operational activities and budget lines are accurately reflected and recorded promptly. Track budget utilization and burn rates regularly, identify variances, and coordinate with relevant units to support effective financial planning, reporting, and compliance with IOM procedures and donor requirements.

7. Develop and implement initiatives aimed at promoting the programme’s visibility and overall
movement operations in Libya.

8. Develop appropriate monitoring tools as well as planning and designing of new initiatives to ensure effective development and implementation of related activities.

9. Ensure reporting compliance and identify/undertake corrective action in implementation when required; identify and put into practice potential synergy with other on-going VHR return activities.

10. Analyze travel projections to foresee movement trends and plans; compile accurate movement statistics and ensure reporting compliance including donors’ reports.

11. Undertake duty travel relating to programme as required.

12. Participate in events, meetings and training with civil society organizations, non-governmental organization (NGOs), embassies, and all other relevant stakeholders to represent IOM as required by the supervisor.

13. Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, Human Rights, International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the field of migrants’ assistance with a Government or UN agency, or a regional or international organization in the Middle East and/or North Africa;
• Direct experience in the region is an advantage; and,
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).

Skills

• Good knowledge of UN, IOM, International Organizations and NGO mandates and programmes in the area of migrant’s rights, humanitarian assistance, post conflict migration and development;
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and data analysis an advantage;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with and lead a team;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Attention to detail and ability to organise;
• Self-motivated, objective driven and able to use own initiative and work under pressure with minimum supervision;
• Strong quality control and assurance skills; and
• Leadership and negotiation skills, particularly in a multi-stakeholder and multicultural environment.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge Arabic, 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.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category. 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 will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.

IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM WAVE system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies.