- Support the implementation of IOM Solomon Islandsโ programming on migration management, including interventions related to protection, border management, and labour mobility and social inclusion. This includes a portfolio of projects funded by the IOM Development Fund and other donors.
- Support liaison with project counterparts at the national, provincial and community levels, and attend meetings, workshops and other events, as requested by supervisor.
- Support the delivery and monitoring of project activities, including capacity building, research and primary data collection.
- Support liaison with project consultants, in coordination with supervisor, to provide programmatic guidance and advice.ย
- Support the timely submission of project reports according to IOM procedures and donor requirements, by preparing regular updates, programme summaries, briefings and other relevant informational materials and statistics, according to specific project needs.
- In compliance with project visibility guidelines, support the production and dissemination of communication materials to document project activities, achievements and impacts.
- Contribute to the development of concept notes and project proposals in response to needs identified by national and local counterparts.
- Contribute to the collection and sharing of relevant information/data on protection, border management, and labour mobility and social inclusion, for dissemination to colleagues and relevant stakeholders.
- Support efforts to ensure compliance with IOMโs Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) polices at CO level and with IOMโs implementing partners in Solomon Islands.
- Support the strengthening the gender mainstreaming and social inclusion across IOM Solomon Islandsโ programming portfolio.
- Undertake duty travel related to programming, monitoring, and liaison with counterparts, as required.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Education
- Bachelorโs degree in Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Relations, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,ย
- Masterโs degree in above-mentioned fields. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
ย Experience- Demonstrated experience in supporting the implementation of programming related to protection, border management and labour mobility and social inclusion at the national, provincial and community level;ย
- Demonstrated experience in supporting monitoring, capacity building, and research activities;ย
- Experience in liaising with government authorities, inter-governmental institutions, the private sector, UN agencies and national and international NGOs;ย
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of the migration and mobility context in Solomon Islands and the wider Pacific region will be considered a distinct advantage;
Demonstrated experience and understanding of the legal framework in Solomon Islands will be considered a distinct advantage
Skills- Excellent writing and communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain trust and good working relationships with counterparts;
- Capacity for creative thinking;
- 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;
- Understanding of IOM policies, procedures and institutional tools will be considered an advantage. Languages
- IOMโs official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
REQUIRED
For this position, fluency in English and Solomon Islands Pidgin is required (oral and written).
ยDESIRABLE
IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Working knowledge of any other local languages spoken in Solomon Islands is desirable.
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ย Required Competencies
ย IOMโs competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
ย 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.
- IOMโs official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
- 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 โ behavioural indicators (Level 2)
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
National Project Officer (Migration Management)
- Added Date: Thursday, 01 May 2025
- Tags: international relations Law English Spanish UNESCO Environment
- Organization: International Organization for Migration
- Country: Solomon Islands
- Post Level: Unspecified
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