Consultant - Private Sector Engagement at the International Organization for Migration (IOM)

International Organization for Migration (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 andnon-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for thebenefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant - Private Sector Engagement

Job Identification: 12280
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Schedule: Full time
Grade: UG
Initial Contract Duration: 6 Months
Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)

Job Description
Project Context and Scope:

• Private Sector Engagement Lead for Nigeria will enhance protection of migrants’ rights; generate innovative technical partnerships that capitalize upon business expertise and capabilities and grow flexible funding that can support programme implementation and impact globally and advance implementation of the Global Compact for Migration. S/he will be responsible for leading private sector engagement in Nigeria and support private sector engagement opportunities in West Africa, and the continent.
• IOM works with private sector actors on a broad range of IOM activities, including humanitarian assistance, health, labour migration and counter-trafficking.
• IOM’s interaction with the private sector is multifaceted; the Organization has received technological, financial, human resources and other support from the private sector to save and improve the lives of those that are most affected by conflicts or natural disasters, or those suffering from lack of opportunity.
• In addition, IOM partners with companies and foundations to help enhance its operational and strategic performance as well as to gather data and advocate regarding migration issues.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing:

• Private Sector Partnerships (PSP).

Responsibilities
Tasks to be performed under this contract:

• Lead on the implementation and the holistic roll-out of IOM Nigeria Private Sector Strategy with targeted outreach and stewardship to private sector stakeholders in Nigeria.
• Lead on IOM Nigeria partnership building for key PPP events, including identifying, liaising and managing stakeholders.
• Develop and implement an outreach and engagement plan for private sector in Nigeria in alignment with IOM Global and Country Strategy, and Nigeria UNSDCF.
• Develop and curate targeted liaison with key private sector actors, identifying their complementarity to IOM Nigeria programming.
• Develop and maintaining mapping of new private sector prospects and identify existing partnerships and engagement opportunities for scale-up in Nigeria, in alignment with IOM Nigeria resource mobilisation objectives and strategic goals
• Outline and articulate IOM modus operandi options with private sector actors, analysing and actioning on opportunities with small- and large-scale private actors for either in-kind contributions, formal partnerships, advocacy opportunities and visibility promotion.
• In coordination with thematic teams, lead activity to present calls to action for IOM’s key advocacy messages to the business community.
• Identify key private sector institutions with which to collaborate across IOM institutional priorities (Climate change and Regular Pathways) and key thematic areas of engagement (youth employment) in Nigeria and West Africa. Enhance the stewardship of private sector stakeholders in Nigeria in coordination with HQ.
• In liaison with IOM Nigeria Policy, Governance, Liaison and Support (PGLS), collaborate to ensure all due diligence processes are abided as well as legal components.
• In liaison with IOM Nigeria Policy, Governance, Liaison and Support (PGLS) develop a resource bank of implementation and partnership modalities with private sector actors, analysing private partners’ Cooperate Social Responsibility (CRS) goals and engagement strategies.
• In coordination with relevant organizational units and programmes, develop and implement Initiatives (including project development) that deliver IOM thematic expertise.
• In coordination with relevant organizational units and programmes, develop and implement Initiatives to the business community in Nigeria through tools, training, and guidance (for example on due diligence, access to remedy, employer pays principle, migrant voice/empowerment, inclusive and representative policies etc.).
• In coordination with thematic teams, build, document and share best practices throughout PSP by thematic/priority area to further inform impact.
• Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monitor and report progresses made against KPIs for partner pipeline in Nigeria.
• Work with the PSP as appropriate, to compile and draft reports to private sector partners.
• Support private sector engagement efforts in Africa and West Africa by liaising with private sector focal points in Dakar enhance regional private sector engagement and support coordination with HQ.
• Supervises and administers subordinated staff members; plans and approves absences of staff; monitors, analyses and evaluates the staff/team performances; provides guidance and training to the staff members
• Perform other related duties as required by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications
Education:

• Advanced Degree with at least 7 years in private sector partnership and income building with proven success in mobilizing financial resources from corporations and philanthropic foundations;
• Excellent understanding of private sector priorities and gained experience in developing partnerships and fundraising with the private sector;
• Experience in handling Corporate Social Responsibility programs and corporate recognition programs;
• Significant experience in exploring new private sector opportunities and providing inputs to design and develop solutions with prospective partners for income and impact.

Experience:

• Experience building long term partner relationships and understanding of the value of expanding relationships across geographies and comfortable engaging with multiple sectors; and,
• Experienced in working cross functionally and obtaining relevant content and information from different units to build innovative partnerships with private sector.
• Experienced fundraiser with an in-depth understanding of private sector partnerships, philanthropy and UN organizations.

Skills:

• Strong influencing skills and confidence to engage with high-level stakeholders;
• Proven and successful multi-year track record in private sector partnerships and fundraising with strong ability to meet fundraising targets and to negotiate and secure high value partnerships with corporates and foundations;
• Strong ability to reconcile the needs of the Organization with those of the partner;
• Ability to write, draft, and edit, reports, acknowledgements, briefings, and donor correspondence when letters, proposals, grants, appeals and ability to explain complex issues to external donors and present the Organization and diverse operations in an appealing and concise manner; and,
• Ability to develop Unique Value Proposition for private sector partners.

Languages:

• IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
• Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Travel required:

• Travel required as per the duties, coordinated by CoM, DCoM and head of Policy Governance Liaison and Support (PGLS).

Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 - 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Application Closing Date
25th November, 2024; 11:45 PM

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Notes

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates may be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination. Consultants engaged to work on a home-based consultancy who do not need to travel do not need to provide vaccination records, regardless of the length of the consultancy contract.
• IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
• IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.