Government and Legal Engagement Officer – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates 

Position Title: Government and Legal Engagement Officer

Duty Station: Chernivtsi, Ukraine
Classification: National Officer, NO-B
Type of Appointment: Fixed-term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 23 May 2022 

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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context: 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Housing), successful candidate will support IOMs efforts to improve living conditions of crisis affected population across Ukraine. 

The incumbent will be responsible for the management of the Good Governance and Legal unit of the IOM housing unit. S/he will manage the direct implementation of the programme good governance approach, cover all legal actions related to the housing and shelter programme and assure overall compliance to Ukrainian national legislation. A special focus of the position is to spearhead the change of legislation on communal housing rent and rent to own modalities in collaboration with relevant ministries and interest groups.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Be responsible for the management the day-to-day business of the Good Governance and Legal unit inclusive all related administrative tasks, cost projections for activities HR related administration, planning of resource mobilization for the unit.
2. Lead the coordination with national Government on the revision of the national legislation on communal property management and related legal issues on ministerial level. Harmonies changes in the legislation with EU good practices on communal property management.
3.  Supervise the development of Environmental and Social Management plans in close coordination and with contribution of the engineering unit and relevant regional coordinators. Ensure compliance with common standards of international finance institutions.
4. Implement all legal and administrative tasks related to communal land transfer, re-purposing of buildings, infrastructure connection including the management of connected municipal partnership agreements.
5. Provide active assistance to the CoM and the Programme coordinator to manage and mitigate risks related to buildings and land plots in temporary ownership of IOM. Lead in the development of risk transfer measures in close cooperation with the private insurance sector
6. Manage all good governance interventions within the housing unit. Oversee regular data collection and develop good governance monitoring and evaluation indicators. Oversee the regular updating of municipal good governance performance indicators in relation to housing interventions.
7. Be responsible for assuring housing, land and property rights related issues are addressed and managed in accordance with Ukrainian legislation and international standards.
8. Contribute actively to regular unit reporting to donors and mission/IOM internal reporting. Assure coordination with other programme units. Maintain regular updated for monthly donor and partner updates.
9. Produce and update regular legal guidelines to programme and unit staff.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in International and/or Ukrainian Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least four years of professional experience

OR

• Master’s degree or equivalent in International and/or Ukrainian Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of professional experience

Experience 

• Experience in legal support to housing project implementation 
• Experience working with a non-governmental organization and/or international organization is an advantage.
• Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc). 
• Ability to work quickly and accurately and pay attention to detail. 
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to present clear and concise information and good communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.

Languages

Fluency in English, Ukrainian is required. 

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values 

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Resource Mobilization – Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM needs

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators 

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies  

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential. 
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential. 
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction. 

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. 

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and security clearances. 

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form (iom.org.ua/sites/default/files/personal_history_form_0.xls) to [email protected] by 23 May 2022 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Posting period:

From 16.05.2022 to 23.05.2022