National Partnerships and Liaison Officer

Canberra

Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
Location: Canberra
Grade:
Occupational Groups:
- External Relations, Partnerships and Resource mobilization
Closing Date:

Job Description

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Context

Country Office with Resource Mobilization Function

IOM Canberra is one of the Country Offices with Partnerships and Advocacy Functions (COPAs) in IOM which has additional responsibilities to coordinate substantial funding for IOM’s activities worldwide by ensuring effective fundraising and liaison with donors. With this responsibility, IOM Canberra supports the development of funding policies, establishes priorities and procedures, and prepares proposals and develops fundraising strategies and mechanisms for programmes and projects in line with the Organization’s strategic focus and priorities.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission in Canberra, Australia and in coordination with the relevant units at the Headquarters (HQs), the Regional Offices (ROs), and the Country Offices (COs), the National Partnerships and Liaison Officer will be in charge of developing and strengthening partnerships with the government stakeholders and donors in Australia and to mobilize resources by supporting results-based management of Australian-funded projects; supporting quality implementation and reporting of the IOM programmes funded by the Australian donors; providing the government counterparts necessary policy support for emerging and existing migration policy; disseminating donor-related information within IOM including new Australian policies including Australian geographical and thematic strategies.

Responsibilities

The individual will be responsible for promoting partnerships with government counterparts in Australia and developing a resource mobilization function in IOM Canberra. Specifically, the incumbent will:

Lead the implementation of the IOM Resource Mobilization Strategy in Australia aligning with IOM’s Strategic Plan 2024-2028 and Strategic Results Framework (SRF) and the Global Compact for Migration.
Strengthen and scale up the provision of IOM policy support to Australian government initiatives with the relevant stakeholders in Australia as well as develop project proposals for IOM.
In coordination with relevant organizational units and programmes, develop and oversee initiatives that deliver IOM thematic expertise to the relevant government counterparts through tools, training, and guidance.
Coordinate mapping of new public sector prospects and identify existing partnerships and engagement opportunities for scale up in Australia.
Promote government engagement across institutional priorities (lifesaving support, climate change and regular pathways) and key thematic areas of engagement in Australia.
Advocate and promote flexible funding for IOM from the existing and potential public partners in Australia as well as appropriately communicate on results.
Review and provide expert advice for IOM proposals and reports which are funded by the government of Australia in coordination with the relevant staffs in IOM country offices, Regional Offices, and HQ.
In coordination with thematic teams, lead the IOM’s communications with the government counterparts and civil society organizations, including the collection, editing, and dissemination of relevant thematic information.
Oversee and manage relevant data and materials for IOM programmes funded by the Australian Government.
Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in Public Affairs, Political Science, Human Rights, International Relations, Business Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience;
Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

Experience in government liaison, partnership building, and resource mobilization with proven success in mobilizing financial resources from government stakeholders and other public sector organizations.
Strong understanding of migration policy and related issues as well as a demonstrated understanding of the priorities of the Australian Government and gained experience in developing partnerships with government an UN counterparts.
Experience in migration policy, project development, donor liaison, and reporting.
Significant experience in exploring new resource mobilization opportunities and providing inputs to design and develop proposals for different countries in need.
Experience building long-term partner relationships with the different government agencies, the UN and civil society and a demonstrated understanding of the value of expanding relationships across multiple sectors.
Experience in working cross-functionally and obtaining relevant content and information from different sources within and beyond IOM to build partnerships with government counterparts.

Skills

Proven government liaison and resource mobilization experience and knowledge in public sector with an in-depth understanding of partnerships with government, civil society, and UN agencies.
Strong influencing skills and confidence to engage with high-level stakeholders.
Proven and successful multi-year track record in UN-government partnerships and strong ability to negotiate and secure high value partnerships with donor agencies.
Strong ability to reconcile the needs of the Organization with those of the partner.
Ability to write, draft, and edit, reports, acknowledgements, briefings, and donor correspondence when letters, proposals, grants, appeals and ability to explain complex issues to government stakeholders and present the Organization and diverse operations in an appealing and concise manner.
In-depth knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

Languages

IOM’s 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.

Required

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

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 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 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.

Notes

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.
National Professional Officers should be nationals of the country of their employment. NPOs perform work at the professional level and the same standards of recruitment qualifications and performance, required for International Professional staff.
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.
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.
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.
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.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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Job info

Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: National Officer
Grade: NO-B

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