UNV Research Specialist – Immigration and Border Governance - Cairo, Egypt

UN Entity: IOM

Assignment Context:
The successful candidate will work within the Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Unit at IOM Egypt that supports relevant Governmental authorities in enhancing their capacities to manage borders and migration efficiently in a coordinated and integrated way. Current and upcoming interventions include extensive training, equipment and infrastructure provision programme for different Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Transport and Ministry of Finance departments mandated with border management in Egypt on various technical topics, policy support, initiatives related to International Migration Law (IML), rule of law, rights-based border management, Integrated Border Management (IBM), Humanitarian Border Management (HBM), maritime law and SAR (Search and Rescue), countering-cross border crime, development and trade, legal identity (migrant registration, biometrics, travel document standards) and cross border cooperation with neighboring countries in the above domains including implementation of international agreements in support of humane and orderly migration.

Task description:
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of IBG- Project Manager or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Research Specialist – Immigration and Border Governance will:
1. Develop high quality research products within the Immigration and Border Governance portfolio on policies, legislation, and current issues in Egypt and the region related to the portfolio.
2. Support development of high-quality publications under the Immigration and Border Governance portfolio for the benefit of the Egyptian government and IOM.
3. Draft detailed concept notes for projects.
4. Maintain an up-to-date database, in particular related to border management, migration, human rights, cross-border crime and economic development.
5. Collaborate with relevant departments to gather necessary information and insights for the research products and concept notes.
6. Prepare briefing notes, background papers, and policy briefs.
7. Provide legal and research support during negotiations and activities with government officials and other stakeholders in such fields as human rights, cyber security, border management, and economic development through international trade.
8. Keep the mission and unit management updated with the latest developments and trends in migration and border management areas to provide accurate and relevant information.
9. Work closely with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and information sharing.
10. Support the organization of and participate in meetings, conferences, and other events as required.
11. Provide administrative support to the project team, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining project files
12. Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of IOM.

- Results/expected outputs:-
• As an active IOM team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to IOM and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:
Results/Outputs can be modified as appropriate; should not entirely mirror the task description but serve as a basis for workplan and deliverables]
• Develop at least two research products on immigration and border management.
• Support development of at least one publication focusing on migration and/or border management.
• Develop at least four activity Concept Notes.
• Contribute to the development of at least one project Concept Note.
• Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment
• A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Arabic, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
French, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Spanish, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Greek Modern, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Required Experience:
3 years of experience in the legal profession, human rights, public security, border management, cyber security, or other relevant programmes at the national and/or international level; work experience with law enforcement, and governmental authorities/institutions is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organizations;
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Sound security awareness;
• Have affinity with or interest in Migration, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System

Inclusivity statement:
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy.

Living conditions and remarks
Cairo, Egypt is a family duty station with a wide range of services (health, education and leisure) and good living conditions. It has long been a center of the region’s political and cultural life, with high levels of tourism. Like other similar cities, Cairo offers good quality of life in terms of access to shopping centers, banks, medical services, educational facilities, cultural events, etc. The Arab Republic of Egypt has a unique geographical position in Northeast Africa, at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, on the Mediterranean and Red Sea, and its connection to Sub Saharan Africa through the Nile Valley.
UN International Specialist Volunteer gets the following package:
• Volunteer Living Allowance (around USD 2408.25/Month)
• Entry Lump-Sum = USD 4000 (one-time payment)
• Exit Lump-Sum upon completion of contract.
• Medical and life Insurance premium/Cigna (100%) and dependents policy.
• Access to UNV E-Campus for training and learning including access to LinkedIn learning.
Further entitlements and information available at: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service.