Chief of Mission (P) - Call for Expression of Interest

Development and follow up of strategies policies and programmes

1. Develop clarify and contribute to IOMs overall mandate and strategy through the development and implementation of programming ensuring appropriate consultation with the Regional Office Headquarters and other relevant stakeholders.

2. Keep abreast of migration issues and emerging trends including the formulation of action plans priority setting and identify programme and project opportunities in consultation with the RD Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) and HQs.

3. Play an integral role in migration policy discussions and ensure approved policies are appropriately integrated in national initiatives. Support the regional and international processes and dialogues on migration.

4. Ensure implementation of the IOM Strategic Vision and the application of the Internal Governance Framework (IGF).

5. Work closely with relevant government authorities to secure appropriate P&I at the country level.

6. Stimulate catalyse and support programme development in-country through regular stakeholder consultations. Assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of programme development strategies and fundraising and recommend process improvements.

7. Direct and monitor project planning design and implementation of IOMs migration management programmes. Evaluate IOMs operational activities and prepare recommendations with a view to increasing their effectiveness.

8. Advise the RO and HQ on national policy and emerging migration issues affecting the activities of IOM and make recommendations or prepare proposals for appropriate action; develop and update the respective country strategy as guided by IOMs Strategic Vision and Migration Governance Framework (MiGOF).

9. Support government in realizing the objectives of the Global Compact on Migration (GCM).

10. Ensure that safety and security management of IOM personnel facilities and assets are implemented in coordination with the Regional Field Security Officer and that safety and security oversight in-country is implemented.

11. Ensure the establishment and regular maintenance of the IOM Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for Thailand and risk mitigation and management mechanisms are in place.

12. Promote and strengthen relationships and identify opportunities for IOM programming in response to changing trends and situations and where relevant ensure that IOM cluster-led functions are carried out and reported upon regularly.

13. Advocate and support relevant government authorities and key stakeholders on the development of appropriate policies and strategies on migration management including the mainstreaming of migration into national plan and budgets. Support their proactive engagement within global/regional processes.

14. Prepare regular and ad hoc reports highlighting impact policy formulation financial evaluation and data covering IOM activities. Prepare briefings and background information requested by the Regional Office HQ government and other entities donors and stakeholders.

15. Oversee the back-office support to the Bali Process Regional Support Office (RSO) and maintain coordination and collaboration with co-Managers at the RSO in consultation with RO and other IOM missions as when appropriate.

Resources Management and Capacity Building

16. In coordination with the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific direct the operational human resources administrative budgetary and financial activities of the main office and sub-offices in accordance with the Organizations rules and procedures.

17. Exercise oversight of financial management expenditure and budget preparation ensure appropriate and timely reporting to donors and prepare briefings and background information requested by the RO and HQ government and other entities.

18. Ensure establishment and strengthening of internal controls aimed at preventing fraud and mismanagement in all operations.

19. Gather and promote sustainable/best practices as well as lessons learned from activities carried out by the respective IOM office(s) under its supervision.

Resource Mobilization

20. Explore funding opportunities programme development and secure funding and partnerships in coordination with governmental departments/ministries private sector and donors. Assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of resource mobilization and donor liaison strategies and recommend process improvements.

Representation of IOM

21. Support regional and international processes and dialogues on migration. Ensure the participation of relevant government officials across these initiatives in order to promote IOMs image and programmes.

22. Represent the Organization at national and international conferences and meetings develop public relations and media activities and ensure participation in appropriate policy and operational United Nations Country Team (UNCT) inter-agency mechanisms; engage with UN agencies and partners in the development and implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) as applicable and review processes of the migration-relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) GCM; and coordinate with the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) and partners on the UN Migration Network.

23. Chair the UN Migration Network Working Group in Thailand.

24. Develop strong partnerships with national and local authorities diplomatic missions international organizations NGOs private sector academia and media within country particularly with the view to identify migration-related areas for developing common activities/projects in a complementary manner.

25. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Masters degree in field of Social Sciences Political Sciences International Relations or law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with twelve years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in diplomacy fundraising and public relations as well as in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities and international institutions;
• Experience to work in international organization; and
• Experience in working in Southeast Asia and East Asia an advantage.

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• Demonstrated strategic and creative thinking;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Knowledge of programme planning development and management; and
• Effective resource management skills sound knowledge of financial and business administration and of the principles and practices of management; ability to motivate supervise and coach/ direct staff;
• Excellent communications skills both oral and written; ability to prepare and deliver speeches on various activities of the Organization;
• Proven liaison and negotiation skills; and
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

Languages

IOMs official languages are English French and Spanish.

For this position fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic Chinese French Russia and Spanish) and/or any Thai or any Asian regional language 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
IOMs 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 three 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 Organizations 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 Organizations 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 Organizations goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

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