Job Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, International Relations, or with related field of study from an accredited academic institution

Experience

• A minimum six years of relevant professional experience.

• Experience supporting IT systems, databases or information management systems, including BMIS and in particular MIDAS.

• Experience in migration management, border governance, identity management or related fields is an advantage.

• Experience supporting field-level MIDAS technical assessment and deployments.

• Experience liaising with government technical counterparts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the operational technical focal point for the deployment and implementation of MIDAS at selected Border Crossing Points (BCPs), under the supervision of the Programme Officer.

• Support the coordination of system installation, configuration and rollout activities in close collaboration with IOM ICT units, regional technical specialists and relevant government counterparts.

• Assist in monitoring system functionality and performance, including documenting technical issues and facilitating their resolution with appropriate technical units.

• Provide technical support and coordination for other identity and border management technology initiatives within the IBG portfolio, including API/PNR systems, biometric components, document verification tools and related infrastructure.

• Participate in technical assessments, field missions and site visits related to border technology deployment and infrastructure upgrades.

• Support the preparation, revision and tracking of project workplans related to MIDAS and other IBM initiatives.

• Support the organization and logistical coordination of technical trainings, system rollouts, workshops and coordination meetings.

• Assist in drafting progress reports, briefing notes, presentations and donor visibility materials related to MIDAS and IBG activities related to identity and border management solutions.

• Undertake duty travel to Border Crossing Points and other implementation sites as required.

• Support coordination with relevant government technical counterparts, including immigration, border police and ICT departments, under the guidance of the Programme Officer.

• Maintain organized records of technical documentation, deployment records and operational updates.

• Follow up on agreed technical action points arising from coordination meetings and field missions.

• Contribute to internal knowledge management on identity and border management systems within the IBG unit.

• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Skills & Competencies

Values

• All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

• 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.

• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators Level 2

• 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 actions and delegated work.

• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• 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 leadership and professional potential.

• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.

• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

• Knowledge of project implementation and administrative processes.

• Good drafting and reporting skills

• Demonstrated ability to document technical issues and support troubleshooting processes.

• Applicants must be fluent in one of the IOM’s official languages (English, French, Spanish).

• Working knowledge of local language is desirable.

How To Apply

Application Link: THIS LINK

Note: Fluency in English and Amharic is required (oral and written).

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