Regional Coordination Officer

Organizational Context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is a UN-related organization dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration. As the leading UN agency in migration, IOM collaborates with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners, providing essential services and advice. This role is situated within the IOM Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) in Cairo.

Job Purpose

The Regional Coordination Officer will operate under the direct supervision of the Regional Director (RD) for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This role is crucial for coordinating activities and managing the agenda within the RD's office. The incumbent will be responsible for arranging and coordinating initiatives related to policy and strategy development and implementation across the MENA region. This involves close collaboration with relevant units at the Regional Office, Headquarters, and various Country Offices within the MENA region, ensuring alignment and effective execution of IOM's migration-related objectives.

Responsibilities

Provide high-level administrative support to the Regional Director, including participation in strategic objective development and support to senior management teams on assigned projects. Oversee the implementation of decisions made by the RD and ensure the finalization of regional strategic reports in collaboration with relevant units. Coordinate Internal Government Framework (IGF) work streams to meet established milestones. Monitor and report on strategic topics relevant to the MENA region, reviewing analytical notes and presentations. Coordinate with thematic specialists, resource management officers, and Chiefs of Missions to prioritize and finalize reports and administrative tasks. Represent the MENA Regional Office in key internal meetings and policy discussions. Enhance coordination of new and revised program policies and strategies, ensuring all country offices are informed and consistent. Support the RD's office in data collection, results-based management, and evaluation functions. Ensure timely delivery of meeting agendas and minutes.

Work Experience

Required experience includes liaising with governmental authorities and national/international institutions or NGOs, delivering high-quality products under tight deadlines, working in multicultural settings, and demonstrated knowledge of global migration issues.

Skills

Demonstrated liaison and negotiation skills. Excellent English writing and oral communication. Strategic and creative thinking. In-depth knowledge of migration-related subjects. Awareness of UN and international organization structures. Initiative and performance management. Teamwork and collaboration. Stakeholder engagement. Technological awareness and computer literacy. Effective working relationships.

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