Employer: International Organization Of Migration
Location: Iraq
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 08 May 2019
Context:
Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Field
Security Officer/Head of Security in the Mission (Head of Security), the successful candidate will
assist the Head of Security with developing, recommending and implementing appropriate
safety and security procedures related to all aspects of the mission’s and its programme’s safety
and security.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Provide accurate and up-to-date assessments of the security situation in Iraq to address
on how to mitigate identified threats and risks to IOM facilities and properties and IOM
programme operations and activities.
2. In coordination with the Head of Security, assist in the drafting of Standard Operating
Procedures (SoP’s) for various operational activities as well as establishing an incident mapping
data base and reporting mechanism of any security incident in the Mission.
3. Provide regular security briefings to ensure and maintain an appropriate level of security awareness throughout the mission, its programs and to maintain a high level of physical security
preparedness directly related to the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS)
Security Risk Mitigation Measures (SRMMs).
4. Assist in developing internal evacuation and emergency contingency plans such as the
Business Continuity Plan (BCP), emergency and medical evacuations, warden system and
emergency communications.
5. Draft security assessment reports as required.
6. Conduct mission planning.
7. Manage security staff as required.
8. Attend any security related meeting as requested.
9. In coordination with the Head of Security, assist in conducting regular safety/security briefings
for all staff and targeted trainings for identified programme staff in relevant areas.
10. Deputize for the Head of Security when out of the mission area.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies,
International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two
years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
• Equivalent studies in the National Armed or Security forces of country of residence may be
considered an equivalent diploma with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Experience in crisis management and operating in difficult circumstances and conditions;
• Experience working in insecure environments and demonstrated ability to support operations
in insecure environments;
• Experience in either UN Security, Police or Military service;
• Ability to maintain a high degree of rational behaviour and decision making at all times
irrespective of the gravity of the security environment, including in stress situations;
• Experience in liaising with UNDSS, governmental and diplomatic authorities;
• Comprehensive understanding of the United Nations Security Management System;
• Familiarity with the country and previous working experience in the region an advantage.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic,
French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
Desirable Competencies:
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 wherever possible.
• 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.
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 action 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 2
• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the
ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling
environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and
communicates a clear strategic direction.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
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Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 08 May 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.