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Regional Director (D) IOM - International Organization for Migration International D-2, Director - Internationally recruited position level Speaks Chinese, Arabic, English, French, Russian, Spanish Closed Apply Summary by Impactpool The Regional Director at IOM is responsible for implementing the Director General's vision and enhancing the role of Regional Offices to support Country Offices in delivering a people-centered approach. This role involves strategic planning, advocacy, and programmatic leadership, ensuring effective management of resources and compliance with IOM policies. The Regional Director will also engage with regional and international stakeholders, oversee emergency management, and promote gender and diversity initiatives. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills to navigate complex migration issues and foster partnerships. Candidate Requirements: Master’s degree in relevant field 15 years of relevant professional experience Extensive management and project experience Experience in diplomacy and fundraising Ability to lead strategic implementation Experience in managing diverse teams Crisis and emergency management experience Excellent communication and negotiation skills Knowledge of migration-related subjects Fluency in English and Spanish Job Description Introduction 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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration . Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates: Internal candidates External female candidates: Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu Second-tier candidates include: All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates. Organizational Context and Scope IOM is the leading organization in the field of migration and has a staffing complement of 15,000+ staff in more than 580 locations worldwide. The Regional Director (RD) works under the overall supervision of the Director General and direct supervision of the Chief of Staff (COS) as well as in close coordination with relevant Departments and Divisions at Headquarters (HQ). The Regional Director is accountable for spearheading the implementation of the new Director General’s vision, which foresees an enhanced role for Regional Offices in IOM, to better support IOM Country Offices in delivering on the Organization’s people-centred approach in line with the 2024 - 2028 Strategic Plan. This includes creating a new Regional Office Structure through the appointment of Deputy Regional Directors for Operations in 2024, and Deputy Regional Directors for Management and Reform in 2025 to better service Member States, beneficiaries, and Country Office operations. The empowered Regional Director is tasked and accountable for overseeing IOM’s programme cycle including emergencies, engaging in effective advocacy of IOM’s mission, building strong relationships and partnership, and implementing PSEAH and gender and diversity throughout their Region, and for staff security in their country of service. The Regional Director is responsible for providing leadership and policy direction, for effective programme implementation and knowledge sharing, and good financial management under their assigned Area of Responsibility (AOR). In addition, the Regional Director champions good stewardship of human, financial and physical resources. The Regional Director advises and provides support and assistance to the Director General and Deputy Directors General on matters relating to global policy formulation and implementation under the broad policy guidelines.  In addition, the Regional Director represents the Director General vis-a-vis institutions of a regional character within and outside the United Nations system. Responsibilities Strategy and Vision 1.    Lead and coordinate the Regional Strategy within the AOR. 2.    Ensure the implementation of IOM’s Strategic Plan within the AOR by spearheading strategic planning; results orientation and operational excellence; support country offices in project development and implementation in coordination with other impacted Regional Offices, Special Liaison Offices and HQ within the overall regional framework, the IOM constitution, and other Council Resolutions. 3.    Provide strategic guidance and represent IOM in regional and international processes and dialogues on migration as relevant. Advocacy and Programmatic Leadership 4.    Lead advocacy efforts in the Region. 5.    Conduct regular field visits and create relationships with regional and local authorities, as relevant, representing IOM at events and meetings and engaging with the media to buil