Expedited VN : Associate Project Officer (Gender and Climate Mobility) (P)

Introduction Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move. IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration . This is an expedited recruitment process, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only. Organizational Context and Scope Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), Coordination Office for the North Pacific, and the direct supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO), Marshall Islands, and in close coordination with the Programme Manager for the Pacific Climate Mobility Partnerships (PCMP) Programme based in Suva, Fiji, and relevant Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Associate Project Officer (Gender and Climate Mobity) will be responsible and accountable for supporting all aspects of projects, programmes, and strategy related to Gender and Inclusion across project activities, including contributing to implementation planning, coordinating activities, supporting the review of project outputs, and assisting with reporting. The position will also support the implementation of the PCMP, a regional programme led by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and delivered in partnership with regional organizations, governments, civil society, and technical agencies to advance rights-based, people-centred climate mobility action across the Pacific, as well as other climate mobility-related programmes. The Programme is managed from the IOM South Pacific Office in Suva, supporting operations across the Pacific, including the IOM Coordination Office for the North Pacific and IOM Papua New Guinea. Responsibilities and Accountabilities Review project documents under supervisory guidance to identify gaps in the integration of gender-related considerations, referring findings to the supervisor for follow up. Compile and draft information, guidance, and training materials that support the integration of gender and climate information into programmes and staffing, contributing to capacity development and training activities led by senior staff for programme partner and implementing sites. Compile and organise data on gender, climate change, and human mobility and draft initial summaries for supervisory review, to support programme implementation and reporting. Circulate approved research, publications, and good practices to PCMP partners and Pacific Country Offices (COs), as instructed, to support information-sharing. Provide administrative and coordination support to senior staffs engaging with PCMP partners, Pacific COs, governments, and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on gender issues to facilitate technical support activities led by others. Coordinate logistics for events, workshops, seminars, and PCMP partner meetings, and attend in a support/note-taking capacity, to enable partner engagement activities led by the senior staff. Track the status of established project, programme, including IOM Strategic Results Framework (SRF) indicators, and report findings to the supervisor, to support oversight of gender mainstreaming. Record and report observed delays, data quality concerns, or compliance issues to the PCMP Programme Manager related to IOM, donor, or partner monitoring and evaluation requirements. Assist with data collection tasks during field monitoring missions, under the guidance of the supervisor, to support accurate implementation of monitoring plans and tools. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience Education Master’s degree in International Relations, Political or Social Sciences, Gender Studies or Public Administration, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or, University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience Significant experience in Gender in alignment with IOM/donor requirements; Significant experience in application of IOM guidance, regulations and procedures related to Gender mainstreaming; and, Experience with project development, reporting, and donor liaison. Skills Strong reporting, writing and research skills, preferably related to Gender inclusion; Excellent communication and analytical skills; Demonstrated knowledge of development of gender mainstreaming in data collection, activity implementation and reporting; Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; and, Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds. Languages For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. 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 five 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 This vacancy is only open to current and former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process. Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category. 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. Appointment will be subject to all c