Job Description

Functional Overview

The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) implements a portfolio of technical assistance initiatives in Libya aimed at strengthening institutional capacities, improving migration governance and border management, and supporting effective operational cooperation among relevant Libyan institutions.

The portfolio covers several complementary areas of intervention, including institutional development and professionalisation of border management structures through the strengthening of training systems, improvement of professional standards, and enhancing of operational capacities of relevant authorities. It also supports inter-agency coordination, information exchange, risk-management capacities and the development of institutional procedures and mechanisms for more effective border management.

The interventions combine institutional and organisational development, targeted capacity building, technical assistance, operational mentoring and support for the development of sustainable systems and practices. Particular attention is given to national ownership, institutional sustainability, inter-agency cooperation and the integration of relevant international standards, including human rights considerations.

The Project Manager is responsible for the direction, management, coordination, implementation, control and completion of project(s) and the management of project team(s) while remaining aligned with the strategy, goals, regulatory framework, standard administrative practices and operating procedures of ICMPD and with partner and donor agreements. S/he actively contributes to project and capacity development and resource mobilisation efforts. The Project Manager oversees and coordinates the implementation of assigned interventions within its Libya portfolio. The position is based in Tunis, Tunisia, and requires frequent travel to Libya in line with project and operational needs. The role requires close coordination with Libya-based teams, relevant Libyan authorities, international partners and ICMPD management structures.

The Project Manager reports to the Head of ICMPD Field Office in Libya, leads and coordinates project team members, and ensures effective planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the project.

For this position, experience working in Libya or other complex and fragile operational environments, as well as experience cooperating with government counterparts, international organisations and donor-funded programmes, is required. Proficiency in English (verbal and written) is required; knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

Key Results

Project Cycle Management: In collaboration with all relevant stakeholders, project plans, scope, objectives and budget(s) effectively determined and developed, ensuring resource availability and technical expertise allocation. Milestones developed to track progress and manage any changes in project scope, schedule and costs. Quality standards determined to ensure the quality level of the project(s). Risks effectively identified and analysed. Project performance tools developed and regularly measured using appropriate techniques. Project and donor reporting accurately drafted and delivered in a timely manner.

Project Resources Management: The type, quantity and quality of resources required to achieve the project's goals accurately identified during the project planning phase together with the respective internal partners and within the project(s) budget(s). The project team(s) skills sets, roles and responsibilities clearly defined. Contracts effectively negotiated between subcontractors, consultants, or service providers, ensuring a transparent competitive basis in line with ICMPD's rules, regulations and procedures.

Stakeholder Management: Stakeholder expectations and working relationships effectively managed and communication regularly undertaken to ensure all stakeholders are kept informed. Project updates created and circulated to stakeholders and the project team(s).

Project Team Management: Project team(s) knowledge base developed, ensuring the project(s) benefit from the right knowledge, experience, and skills sets and that team members are committed to the goals of the project(s). Project team(s) effectively motivated and mentored to ensure the highest quality project deliverables. Evaluation of the performance of project team(s), experts, consultants and service providers regularly and systematically undertaken in accordance with ICMPD´s performance management procedures.

Project Development and Resource Mobilisation: Substantive input provided to the design of projects and to portfolios that support the achievement of capacity development goals and sustainable approaches. Resource mobilization activities initiated and proposals developed for projects requiring additional funding, with funding options identified.

Required Expertise

Ability to effectively manage projects and project teams in an international context.
Proven capability to promote capacity development measures across the full project cycle management.
Analytical thinking and ability to integrate new approaches and innovations to ensure the effective implementation of projects.
Familiarity with monitoring, evaluation and learning tools for tracking progress toward results and documenting project/programme achievements.
Demonstrated success in building networks and partnerships and in the initiation and deployment of knowledge management and resource mobilisation activities.

Qualifications, Experience and Language Skills

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field. A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the development and management of projects and project teams in the field of migration or a relevant related field, at the international level.
Solid drafting, communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in (verbal/written) English is required; proficiency in Arabic, French or another major EU language is an asset.
Proficiency in the use of standard IT tools.

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