Job Description

Job Identification (Reference Number): 17929
Position Title: Human Resources Assistant (Talent Management)
Duty Station City: Geneva
Duty Station Country: Switzerland
Grade: G-5
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: General Service Staff
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 18 December 2025

Introduction

IOM is the leading organization in the field of migration and has a staffing complement of 18,000+ staff and 27,000+ personnel in more than 600 locations throughout the world.

The Organization strives to employ a talented and diverse workforce able to address global migration challenges. IOM jobs offer a unique opportunity to work in an international setting with colleagues from around the world.

Within the Department of Human Resources Management, the Integrated Talent Management Division (ITMD) which is responsible for managing initiatives which help IOM to identify, attract, train, develop and retain skilled employees to meet the mandate of the Organization.

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Human Resources Officer (Strategic Workforce Planning), and the direct supervision of the Human Resources Officer (Mobility and Pathways Pool), the Human Resources Assistant (Talent Management) will provide administrative support to the Staff Secretariat, Mobility and Pathways Pool processes as needed.

Staff Mobility

Prepare and maintain the lists of staff members eligible for each mobility cycle; prepare other relevant tables and statistics, as requested.

1. Ensure all relevant documents and records are kept up-to-date for each staff member eligible for the mobility process.

2. Issue eligibility notifications to all staff members on reassignment.

3. Issue relevant decision letters throughout the mobility process for all eligible staff members.

4. Manage the Staff Mobility shared mailbox, ensuring every request is handled promptly and professionally and redirect queries as necessary.

5. Ensure all parties involved in the mobility decision process have access to up-to-date information and facilitate the communication as needed.

Pathways Pool

6. Provide logistical support with the Pathways Pool, including assisting with the organization of in-webinars and assessments.

Communication

7. Manage the Workforce Planning and Forecasting SharePoint and social channels, ensuring updates and timelines are regularly reviewed and shared with staff globally.

8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

High school diploma with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or,
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Management, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

At least three years of experience providing administrative support in the context of a large organization; and,
Experience in organizing conferences and events.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.); and,
Knowledge of Microsoft Office collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint) would be a strong advantage.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English are required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French is highly desirable and another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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 - Level 1

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.

Notes

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

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Only candidates possessing the right of residence and right to work in Switzerland can be considered for this vacancy. Candidates for this vacancy will be considered to be locally recruited and will be eligible for allowances and benefits available to locally-recruited staff.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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 e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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