Job Identification (Reference Number):ย 18394ย
Position Title: Resource Mobilization Officer (Donor Engagement)
Duty Station City: Geneva
Duty Station Country: Switzerland
Grade: P-3
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 9 February 2026
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
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:ย
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 1.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Internal candidates
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 2.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 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, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatuย
Second tier candidates include:
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All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.
Context
The Resource Mobilization Division (RMD) is dedicated to expanding financial support of the IOM Country Offices as stipulated in the IOM Strategic Plan. The Divisionโs core function involves building and maintaining relationships with donors, diversifying IOMโs resource base, and enhancing IOMโs collective resource mobilization efforts.
Given IOMโs decentralized structure, donor engagement and resource mobilization functions are shared by different organizational and geographic units.ย As such, the Division plays a pivotal role in streamlining and enhancing these functions. The Division adds strategic value by not only coordinating these efforts but also by offering essential guidance, developing and disseminating knowledge, and reinforcing organizational capacity to raise funds. As such, the Division serves as a central hub to ensure a cohesive and effective approach to donor engagement and resource mobilization within IOMโs decentralized structure.
Under the overall supervision of the Director of RMD and the direct guidance of the Head of Financing and Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) Engagement, the incumbent will contribute to strengthening the organizationโs resource mobilization efforts by supporting strategic donor engagement and facilitating strong donor relationships.
Actively engage as the primary point of contact for assigned donors, initiating regular communication, anticipating their needs, and providing timely updates and solutions to ensure a responsive and proactive donor engagement.Liaise with relevant donor counterparts and support the organization and agenda setting against key fundraising objectives, including positioning IOM for more predictable and flexible funding, including effective follow-up communication.Initiate, review, and ensure the effective implementation of coordinated donor management, including conducting thorough research and analysis on donor priorities, strategies, to inform IOMโs resource mobilization efforts alongside, Chief of Mission (CoMs) in donor capitals and other key internal stakeholders.Prepare background briefs, talking points, and presentations tailored to the interests and expectations of assigned donors.ย Serve as the primary focal point for Senior Official Meetings, leading coordination across internal and external stakeholders involved in meetings with the overall objective of building trust and enhancing accountabilityย Support the organization of donor visits, Donor Advisory Group meetings and other key external fora that enables enhanced understanding of IOM and itโs key institutional and programmatic priorities.ย Support the partnership building for IFIs / MDBs for IOM operations on migration and its interlinkages with other domains (development or humanitarian).Perform other related duties as assignedEducation
Masterโs degree in international relations, Partnership, Development Studies, International Affairs, Social Sciences, Law, or any related discipline with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or,University degree in the above fields with at least seven years of relevant professional experience.Experience
Minimum 5โ7 years of experience in humanitarian, resource mobilisation, programme support or donor relations and liaison;Experience working in complex emergencies or protracted crises is highly desirable;Excellent writing and communication skills; experience in preparing analytical briefs or reports is an asset; and,Organizational skills, with experience in multi-tasking, prioritizing, and working independently to meet deadlines.Skills
Strong understanding of humanitarian architecture, funding mechanisms, and donor landscape;Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; and,Ability to work effectively within multicultural teams.Language
IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish.ย All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
IOMโs competency framework can be found at thisย linkย Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Valuesย - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these 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.ย Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competenciesย โ behavioural indicators Level 2
ย Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.ย Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.ย Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.ย Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organizationโs priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.ย Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.ยย
Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.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.The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station's country and who do not have prior experience outside the duty station's country as staff member in the Professional category cannot be considered eligible.Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.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.ย
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