​​Established in 1951, IOM is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration, working closely with governmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM’s work is focused on three objectives, 1) saving lives and protecting people on the move: prioritising safety, dignity and protection of in crisis response contexts; 2) driving solutions to displacement: addressing risks and impacts of climate change, environmental degradation, conflict and instability; and 3) facilitating pathways for regular migration: promoting inclusive approaches to safely connect people, goods, services and innovation. 

​In Lebanon, IOM’s Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion (LMI) unit leads projects and provides thematic oversight related to labour mobility (including complementary labour and educational pathways for refugees), labour migration governance, migration business and human rights, and private sector and diaspora engagement. Since 2024, LMI, in coordination with other thematic units related to vocational training and resettlement, has been implementing the Abeona programme which supports displaced Syrians in Lebanon who have credentials, skills and work experience to access complementary labour pathways to third countries. The programme supports candidates through skills development (including vocational and language training), job matching, migration planning and post-arrival services. Initially funded by the Government of Italy, a second phase of this programme has been funded by the EU through a broader interagency programme supporting durable solutions for Syrian refugees in Lebanon, including facilitated returns, immigration and employment regularization, and access to complementary labour pathways.  

​Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes in Beirut, Lebanon, and direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager (Labour Mobility); and in collaboration with relevant units in the Lebanon country office and other country offices in countries of destination, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supporting the implementation of the Abeona programme.​ 

• • ​​School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or, 

• • ​Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.​ 

• • ​Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies, the private sector and non-governmental organizations; 

• • ​Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups;  

• • ​Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage; and 

• • ​Prior work experience working on skills development and job-matching for migrant workers and/or refugees (including through complementary labour pathways) is an advantage. 

• • ​​In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;  

• • ​Knowledge of labour migration programmes, including complementary pathways for refugees; 

• • ​Highly organized with an attention to detail; 

• • ​Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming; and 

• • ​Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.​ 

• English and Arabic are required for this vacancy.

• 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.

• 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.

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
5. 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, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
6. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
7. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.