IOM - National Programme Officer (Migration Management/IBG), Baghdad

Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCOM) and the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of Migration Management Division, in close cooperation with the National Programme Officer (Migration Governance) and in close coordination with RO and HQ relevant technical focal points , the incumbent will be responsible for supporting and assisting the achievement of the objectives and results of MMD/IBG projects as well as day to day coordination of the implementation of the activities under MMD/IBG programmes.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. In close coordination with the Head of Migration management Division , assist in coordinating the overall implementation of MMD/IBG/ Security Governance/Legal Identity and MIDAS projects in Iraq, including its financial, administrative, and technical implementation, in compliance with IOM policies and standards, as well as donor requirements.
2. Coordinate daily work and functions of the IOM MMD IBG programme implementation team – assistants and junior assistants; coordinate activities of consultants performing specific tasks in the framework of the programme.
3. Assist in the monitoring of budget expenditures of the projects.
4. Actively participate in M/E process in the framework of the projects.
5. Provide technical support to the implementation of Integrated Border Management’s projects in close coordination with the Head of Migration Management Division and per GOI Migration Management priorities.
6. Assist in providing technical assistance to the Government of Iraq to facilitate alignment of immigration and border management activities.

7. Work closely with the Head of Migration management Division, RO and HQ (where needed) to support the preparation of new projects and initiatives by drafting concept notes.
8. Assist in coordinating project activities and communications with governmental counterparts relevant to the Migration Management portfolio, including, but not limited to, the Ministry of Interior, the Border Point Commission, Ministry of Migration and Displacement, as well as other relevant stakeholders (UN agencies, donors, academia etc);and support the Head of Migration Management Division contacting relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Government of Iraq
9. In close collaboration with the Head of Migration Management Division , provide operational and technical support to the implementation of MMD’s capacity building activities with focus, but not limited to, the Technical Cooperation portfolio including Integrated Border Management/Humanitarian Border Management/legal Identity/Trafficking and Smuggling, others ;
10. Organize trainings, workshops and relevant project activities as needed.
11. Actively participate in reporting (inception;periodic progress etc) in the framework of the projects; Develop and monitor budget spending and work plans for IBG projects, in coordination with the relevant administrative and operational staff.
12. Facilitate an effective flow of information from the field to support programme development, programme’s monitoring and evaluation, and response to the Analysis and Information Management Section (AIM);
13. In close coordination with AIM, draft and provide inputs to communication and visibility materials and the implementation of the programme communication policy in all the implementing geographical areas, in accordance with instructions received from the Unit Management Staff and IOM standards.
14. Conduct field visits to project sites as needed to ensure that activities are being completed in line with agreed standards.
15. Provide remote and onsite MIDAS technical support to the government.
16. Prepare and deliver MIDAS Installation, MIDAS Administration and MIDAS User trainings for the relevant government entities.
17. Support the supervisor in the preparation of plans for MIDAS implementation.
18. Under the direct supervision of MIDAS HQ provide MIDAS support including training, installation, and consultation remotely and onsite for MENA region and Africa.
19. Contribute to the drafting of project proposals that contain MIDAS components, including budget calculation and verification.
20. Perform such other duties as may be assigned