Regional Thematic Specialist (Climate Action and Mobility) (P)
Organizational Context
Established in 1951, IOM is a UN-related organization dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration. The Regional Thematic Specialist on Climate Action and Mobility, reporting to the Deputy Regional Director, supports the implementation of institutional policies across Country Offices. This role leads a unit focused on addressing climate change impacts on human mobility and advocating for sustainable solutions.
Job Purpose
The Regional Thematic Specialist on Climate Action and Mobility (CAD RTS) provides crucial advice and support for implementing IOM's institutional policies on climate action and human mobility across the region. The role involves overseeing, quality controlling, and providing thematic and operational support to ensure evidence-based programming. The Specialist leads the Climate Action Division Regional Thematic Unit (CAD RTU), driving regional efforts to address climate change impacts on migration, advocating for sustainable solutions, and leveraging IOM's expertise in climate financing and adaptation plans. This includes thought leadership on protecting individuals on the move, addressing displacement, and facilitating regular migration pathways, while also serving as a primary resource for climate action and mobility expertise for IOM teams and partners.
Responsibilities
The role involves leading the Climate Action Division Regional Thematic Unit (CAD RTU), setting strategic direction, and managing its delivery of guidance and support to Country Offices. Key responsibilities include advocating for IOM's strategic plan with external stakeholders and providing technical assistance on climate change and human mobility, coordinating crisis responses. The Specialist will lead capacity-building initiatives, develop and maintain strategic partnerships with diverse regional actors, and contribute to resource mobilization efforts. They will oversee project development, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation, ensuring quality control and risk management. Additionally, the role involves promoting policy coherence, mainstreaming climate mobility into relevant agendas, supporting research and data analysis, and fostering knowledge management and innovation. The Specialist will also convene a regional community of practice and lead coordination in inter-regional initiatives.
Work Experience
Requires demonstrated experience in climate action and mobility, project development, management, and liaison. A minimum of 5 years' experience managing climate action and mobility projects in non-OECD countries is necessary. Experience in liaison, resource mobilization, and advocacy with various stakeholders, including governments and international organizations, is essential. Experience within an international organization, the UN, or government is also required, along with expertise in designing and implementing capacity-building programs on climate action and mobility.
Skills
Ability to analyze complex migration and displacement dynamics within regional and global contexts. Proven track record in donor engagement, project development, and resource mobilization. Demonstrated leadership and team management skills. Strong analytical, summarization, and communication abilities. Expertise in international standards for climate action and mobility. Capacity to drive change and foster a culture of learning and knowledge management.