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Senior Programme Officer (P4) Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo at International Organization for Migration

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Job Description

Job Identification (Reference Number): 15703

Position Title: Senior Programme Officer (P)

Duty Station City: Kinshasa

Duty Station Country: Congo, The Democratic Republic of the

Grade: P-4

Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)

Recruiting Type: Professional

Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice

Initial duration: 6 months

Closing date: 04 August 2025

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

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Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

Internal candidates
External female candidates
Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director of Regional Office (RO) for East, Horn and Southern Africa and direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) in Democratic Republic of Congo, and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) and relevant Divisions/Departments/Units at Headquarters, the Senior Programme Officer will be accountable and responsible for the overall management and implementation of the CO’s programme activities in the areas of migration, including humanitarian assistance, early recovery, transition and development, ensuring coherence between the various programming areas. The Senior Programme Officer will oversee the programme support functions and will facilitate the development of country strategic plans in Kinshasa Country Office (CO). The Senior Programme Officer will provide expert support to the COM to ensure that implementation of IOM programmes is done in an effective and efficient manner consistent with CO’s Strategy and in line with the expectations of the IOM’s donors and beneficiaries, while collaborating with the national and regional authorities.

Job Industry

Program/Project Implementation

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

Key Deliverables

1. Oversee the overall development, implementation and monitoring of programme activities under areas of responsibility, including oversight of IOM’s cluster participation and UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) obligations. Identify potential and existing obstacles to programme delivery, through continuous monitoring of new programme areas that reflect changes in host country and donor priorities.

2. Develop the CO’s programme overview, including all (or thematically relevant) programmes implemented by the CO and schedule the major activities for the COM.

3. Lead the development of country strategic plans, which are in line with IOM’s global & regional strategies, the Country National Peace & Development Strategy, and the One UN Programme.

4. Lead the development of the CO’s donor and partner outreach strategies, taking into account priorities in DRC, UNSCDF, and the Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP), and IOM’s regional and global strategic priorities and objectives; implement the strategies in close coordination with the COM and CO’s relevant units.

5. Develop and maintain Government working relationship with the ministries and international agencies involved in migration-related issues in DRC, and maintain regular liaison with key government officials and interlocutors. Serve as overall Focal Point for the DRC UNSDCF.

6. In coordination with the COM and CO’s relevant units, establish liaison and maintain continuous dialogue with relevant stakeholders (i.e. national governmental authorities, donors, UN Agencies, national and international NGOs, national and international institutions, Private sector) aiming at coordinating and facilitating the implementation of on-going activities and promoting new activities and fund-raising for new projects; identify synergies with IOM’s programmes and make recommendations on donor/partner engagement.

7. Provide expert support to the COM in overseeing the Programme Support Unit and supervising the Unit’s staff, providing project development, public information, reporting, donor relations, government liaison and information management functions for the CO.

8. Ensure integrated approach to CO’s programming required support functions such as project development, reporting, donor relations, public information and information management are provided to programme units in a timely manner.

9. Lead Project Managers and the six programming areas of the CO on project development, public information, donor relations, government liaison and information management; ensure consistency and coherence of project/programme activities in accordance with the CO’s strategies and in coordination with the RO and relevant departments/units at HQ.

10. Provide guidance and support to the Heads of Sub-Offices on the CO’s priorities, policies and strategies.

11. Identify programme strategic priorities in relevant service areas and areas of interest in line with IOM mandate and expertise, aiming to further expand the CO’s partnership basis and the scope of activities.

12. Act as Focal Point for government liaison and oversee the CO’s correspondence and reporting to the government authorities; ensure that the CO’s interests are accurately communicated and promote IOM’s visibility.

13. Represent the CO in inter-agency fora, as required.

14. Lead knowledge management and capacity building activities in CO.

15. Prepare policy guidance notes, documentation and briefs for COM and senior management.

16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or, University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience Extensive experience in programme formulation, implementation and evaluation; Demonstrated supervisory experience in staff management; Proven record of establishing and maintaining good working relationships with governmental and diplomatic authorities, national, regional and international institutions, as well as civil society actors; Previous work experience in a rapid transition or post-conflict area; Experience of working with UN Peacekeeping Operations during downsizing, transition, and withdrawal; Demonstrated experience in liaising with governmental and authorities, international agencies (i.e., UN), and civil society organizations; Experience in project development, implementation, and reporting, including financial and budgetary aspects; and, Familiarity with inter-agency programme regulations of the UN and other donors. Skills In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; Sound judgment, ability to analyze information and make decisions rapidly to resolve operational problems; Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to adhere to strict deadlines; Strong leadership, management, and coordination ability; Sound communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and backgrounds; Familiarity with IOM’s MiMOSA and PRIMA systems; Knowledge of the IOM project management cycle; and, Knowledge of IOM’s administrative and financial management. Languages For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French is an advantage.

Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, International Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,
University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

Extensive experience in programme formulation, implementation and evaluation;
Demonstrated supervisory experience in staff management;
Proven record of establishing and maintaining good working relationships with governmental and diplomatic authorities, national, regional and international institutions, as well as civil society actors;
Previous work experience in a rapid transition or post-conflict area;
Experience of working with UN Peacekeeping Operations during downsizing, transition, and withdrawal;
Demonstrated experience in liaising with governmental and authorities, international agencies (i.e., UN), and civil society organizations;
Experience in project development, implementation, and reporting, including financial and budgetary aspects; and,
Familiarity with inter-agency programme regulations of the UN and other donors.

Skills

In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
Sound judgment, ability to analyze information and make decisions rapidly to resolve operational problems;
Efficiency, flexibility, high level of professionalism and ability to adhere to strict deadlines;
Strong leadership, management, and coordination ability;
Sound communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and backgrounds;
Familiarity with IOM’s MiMOSA and PRIMA systems;
Knowledge of the IOM project management cycle; and,
Knowledge of IOM’s administrative and financial management.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of French is an advantage.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications HERE

Close Date

04/08/2025