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Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Head of Programme and Policy
Development, and in close cooperation with Programme Managers and Head of Sub Offices, in close coordination
with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) and relevant Divisions/ Departments/ Units at Headquarters, the
Programme Coordinator (Migration Management) will be responsible and accountable for the implementation,
oversight, and coordination of IOM Kenya’s Migration Management programme portfolio, including the fields of labour mobility, immigration and border governance, and migrant protection.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Oversee and coordinate the implementation of country-specific policies and strategies pertaining to
labour mobility, immigration and border governance, and migrant protection in the context of mobility
dynamics in Kenya, and identify and develop new projects and programmes to address migration
management needs in Kenya.
In close collaboration with the Chief of Mission and Head of Programme and Policy Development,
ensure that all components of relevant projects, programmes, and activities operate in a coherent and
mutually supportive manner, ensuring smooth coordination among all partners and stakeholders.
Ensure the provision of timely, accurate, standardized, and adequate information to all relevant
stakeholders on relevant IOM interventions, including active engagement in relevant forums and
providing strategic and operational inputs.
Ensure alignment of programmatic planning and response with Government of Kenya priorities, interagency common planning frameworks, and improved coordination in migration management efforts envisaged by IOM in relevant thematic areas.
Recommend and ensure effective integration of cross-cutting issues, including gender, age, education,
disability, environment, and protection in relevant programming for further enhancement of IOM’s
programming on leaving no one behind.
Guide and supervise staff responsible for the implementation of relevant projects and programmes. Coordinate and provide training to staff to promote a common understanding and knowledge of ways
and means to strengthen programming.
Identify new opportunities for the relevant portfolios and participate in the development of project
proposals in coordination with relevant Programme/Project Managers and Units in the Mission, the
Regional Office, and HQ.
Ensure compliance with institutional and donor reporting procedures, including adherence to reporting
timelines, templates, approval processes, and internal systems (e.g., PRIMA), and proactively mitigate
risks of delays or inaccuracies.
Liaise with donor representatives and periodically brief them on current and planned programmes in
order to mobilize necessary resources.
Undertake duty travel relating to need assessments, project monitoring, liaison with counterparts,
problem solving, and new project development, as required.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Law, or a
related field from an accredited academic institution with at least five years of relevant
professional experience; or,
Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Professional experience in the fields of labour mobility, diaspora engagement, immigration
and border governance, and migrant protection programming, knowledge on related global
policies and guidelines;
Experience working in the implementation and delivery of migration management-related
projects in a variety of contexts is a must;
Strong project implementation and management experience, including project monitoring
and reporting;
Demonstrated experience in policy and strategy development;
Experience working in complex settings that require sound judgment and operational
flexibility; and,
Previous work experience in East and Horn of Africa and the Intergovernmental Authority on
Development (IGAD) region in a similar capacity, in particular with the UN, is a strong advantage.
Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills;
Good knowledge of principles and practices of project management and monitoring and
evaluation;
Proven resource management skills with familiarity with budget/financial administration;
Good knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas dealt with by the
Organization;
Strong ability to supervise interventions and coordinate administrative activities;
Delivers on set objectives with tight deadlines;
Effectively coordinates actions with implementing and other partners;
Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader
community to advance country office and regional objectives;
Works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments;
Coordinates actions with all relevant actors and makes use of coordination structures;
Supports effective information sharing between internal units, external partners, and other IOM
offices, and all other relevant actors;
Ability to think both creatively and strategically; and,
Good interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
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.
How to apply
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