Regional Emergency and Post Crisis Officer

at  International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Regional Emergency and Post Crisis Officer
Duty Station : Panama City, Panama
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 10 July 2024
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading
UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and
non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the
benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo
(the); Cook Islands; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati;
Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands;
Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and
Nevis; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The
Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in political or social Science, International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs,
  Business Management 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.

EXPERIENCE

• Field experience in an emergency operation or post-conflict setting, including support to

displaced populations and large migratory movements;

• Prior experience with a UN agency, or an international organization, is an advantage;
• Experience in project and programme development and management;
• Experience in liaising with other UN agencies, partner organizations, government authorities,

inter-governmental institutions, other national and international institutions and national and

international NGOs; and

• Experience with developing and implementing capacity building trainings on key emergency

and post-crisis topics.

SKILLS

• Strong understanding of emergency and post-crisis issues;
• Solid understanding of IASC humanitarian architecture;
• Excellent research, writing, communication and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and drafting abilities in English (oral and written).
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, with a strong attention to detail and quality
• Team-oriented, but with capacity to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Personal commitment, efficiency, and flexibility.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to deliver under tight timelines.
• Knowledge of collaborative platforms such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive or Trello
  an advantage.

1. Identify and develop new strategic initiatives and projects related to Emergency and
   Post-Crisis thematic areas, with a specific emphasis on recovery, stabilization and transition,
   and coordinate such strategic initiatives with internal and external partners.
2. Prepare and ensure timely and quality submission of relevant regional level reports and donor
   briefs, according to requirements of IOM, donors and relevant stakeholders.
3. Review, endorse and track project proposals, concept notes and reports developed by
   country offices in the Region with an emphasis on recovery, stabilization, transition portfolios,
   and maintain regular coordination with relevant HQ Divisions on endorsement, reporting and
   monitoring of results.
4. Ensure the provision of targeted technical support to IOM’s emergency and post-crisis teams
   in the region. Keeping COs abreast on donor policies and funding opportunities surrounding
   emergency response, transition and recovery; seek out alternative fund-raising avenues towards
   expanding IOM’s community stabilization and prevention-oriented work where relevant and
   identifying shifts in donor’s strategic interests around the Region.
5. In coordination with the COs, support contextual analysis at regional and country levels to
   strengthen the evidence-base for, and design of, transition, recovery and stabilization
   programmes.
6. Support the review of Regional Office Strategy and Country Offices Strategies by ensuring
   they adequately reflect emergency, transition and recovery contexts when appropriate.
7. Monitor and assess inputs from missions on various Emergency and Post Crisis-related
   issues, including funding, programmes, situation updates, assessments, and other contributions
   to regional and national level processes.
8. Establish and maintain working relationships with operational agencies in the United Nations,
   non-governmental organizations and civil society communities. Participate and represent IOM in
   regional meetings/working groups relevant to the different EPC thematic areas and
   substantively contribute to country-specific or regional initiatives with an emphasis on
   humanitarian emergencies, migration crisis management, transition, stabilization, recovery and
   information management towards developing common programming principles and approaches
   and joint programming .
9. Working with the Regional Thematic Specialists (RTSs), support analytical, research and data
   activities for IOM’s missions upon request, including by contributing to IOM ROAMCA’s wider
   area of work as necessary.
10. Act as regional focal point for IOM’s resilience-based programming initiatives; stay abreast
    with the latest policy thinking on resilience issues; assist organizational training and
    capacity-building initiatives on resilience, as requested.
11. Contribute to regional fundraising initiatives as needed, including development of crisis
    response plans and emergency appeals.
12. In coordination with respective RTSs, undertake project development for regional projects
    with activities based on solid results framework and in response to emerging trends and
    priorities, as well as donor interests and requirements.
13. Conduct desk-based research, analysis and field assessments, in coordination with relevant
    colleagues in the regional office, to identify evidence-based good practices related to transition,
    recovery and stabilization and generate lessons learnt from the implementation of the related
    IOM programmes.
14. Contribute to IOM knowledge management by responding to CO requests for information on
    good practices and offer referrals to sources of relevant expertise; share information regionally
    on effective programming approaches and strategies and opportunities for new programming
    windows.
15. Respond to inquiries from IOM Headquarters (HQ) and missions regarding IOM’s
    humanitarian programmes, plans and fundraising initiatives.
16. Prepare presentations, reports, guidance documents, information sheets, policy briefs, data
    bulletins and talking points for senior staff on EPC work emergency, transition and recovery
    thematics, promoting the integration of resilience and risk reduction perspectives.
17. Participate and engage actively at assigned meetings, briefings and conferences at the
    regional level with HQ, partners and donors.
18. Support RTSs in the organization of mentorship, thematic meetings, knowledge
    management events, and support to country office staff through capacity building activities.
19. Undertake travel to country offices in the region to advise and guide on the implementation
    of emergency and post-crisis activities and provide direct capacity building support.
20. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.