The Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Unit at the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Egypt supports relevant Governmental authorities in enhancing their capacities to manage borders efficiently in a coordinated and integrated way. Current and upcoming interventions include extensive capacity building, equipment and infrastructure provision programme for different Ministries including Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Transportation and Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates, Ministry of Civil Aviation relevant departments mandated with border management in Egypt on various technical topics, policy support, initiatives related to International Migration Law (IML), rule of law, rights-based border management, Integrated Border Management (IBM), Humanitarian Border Management (HBM), maritime law and SAR (Search and Rescue), countering-cross border crime, development and trade, legal identity (migrant registration, biometrics, travel document standards) and cross border cooperation with neighboring countries in the above domains including implementation of international agreements in support of humane and orderly migration.
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Manager (HBM) and direct supervision of the National Project Officer (IBG), the Project Assistant Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) will be responsible and accountable for providing technical and administrative support services to the IBG thematic programme in the Arab Republic of Egypt. The role will also support the implementation of IBG-related activities at IOM Egypt in SAR, Integrated Border Management (IBM), border control and trade facilitation and international cooperation activities by carrying out defined support tasks under the guidance of programme officers, in accordance with established IOM procedures, templates and instructions.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor's degree in law, International Law, Maritime Law, Humanitarian Action, Development studies, Security studies, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
- High School diploma with four years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organisations;
- Experience in supporting IBG (Immigration and Border Governance) projects and programs, capacity to deliver IBG-related trainings/ workshops to Government officials is advantageous;
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organisations, non-government or government institutions/organisation in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage;
- Basic knowledge of border management concepts, search and rescue, integrated border management or countering cross border crime will be an added advantage;
- Previous experience in support to development of training plans, standard operating procedures and detailed instructions; and,
- Experience in support to donor project management, programmatically nd financially, with IOM or with a UN agency, will be an added advantage.
Skills
- In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; as well as human rights;
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming and understanding of humanitarian response in support of border management; integrated border management concept, trade and development and an interest in advancing their understanding of this technical area; and,
- Project management; Event management; Ability to prepare and provide briefings in English and Arabic.
Languages
All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written). 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 1
- 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.
Managerial Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports
- 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 leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others : Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust : Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree in law, International Law, Maritime Law, Humanitarian Action, Development studies, Security studies, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
- High School diploma with four years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organisations;
- Experience in supporting IBG (Immigration and Border Governance) projects and programs, capacity to deliver IBG-related trainings/ workshops to Government officials is advantageous;
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organisations, non-government or government institutions/organisation in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage;
- Basic knowledge of border management concepts, search and rescue, integrated border management or countering cross border crime will be an added advantage;
- Previous experience in support to development of training plans, standard operating procedures and detailed instructions; and,
- Experience in support to donor project management, programmatically nd financially, with IOM or with a UN agency, will be an added advantage.
- In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; as well as human rights;
- Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming and understanding of humanitarian response in support of border management; integrated border management concept, trade and development and an interest in advancing their understanding of this technical area; and,
- Project management; Event management; Ability to prepare and provide briefings in English and Arabic.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).