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Senior Regional Climate Associate

IOM - International Organization for Migration Nairobi Other Posted 2026-11-03

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IOM is seeking a Senior Regional Climate Associate in Nairobi to support climate action activities across East, Horn and Southern Africa. The role includes regional analysis, project development, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, technical support and proposal endorsement.

Supports climate action programming across East, Horn and Southern Africa
Provides capacity building, training, monitoring and technical support to country offices
Contributes to regional project development and resource mobilization

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Supports climate action programming across East, Horn and Southern Africa
Provides capacity building, training, monitoring and technical support to country offices
Contributes to regional project development and resource mobilization
GS-6 General Service, locally recruited position
No need for higher education

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Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at

IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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,

internal and internal-equivalent candidates

are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Thematic Specialist - Climate Action (Climate RTS) at the Regional Office for East, Horn, and Southern Africa, the Senior Regional Climate Action Associate will support the Regional Thematic Unit on Climate Action, which operates with thematic guidance from the Climate Action Division in IOM Headquarters (HQ), to provide thematic expertise and resource mobilization support to Country Offices (COs); including: monitor and analyze regional thematic trends; support regional thematic project development; support thematic capacity development; and review and support project proposal endorsement processes related to Climate Action in the East, Horn, and Southern Region.

Key Accountabilities

Support
the
Regional
Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action)
to
carry
out
capacity
building,
training,
monitoring
and
evaluation,
and
technical
support
to
Offices
in
the
Region
on
thematic
areas
of
relevance
to
CAD.
Support
the
Regional Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action)
in
the
reviewing,
endorsing,
and
tracking
of
project
proposals
developed
by
COs
in
the
Region.
Support
the
Regional
Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action)
in
the
reviewing,
approval,
and tracking of
project reports
developed by
COs in the Region.
Identify
emerging
issues
relevant
to
the
thematic
area,
follow
thematic
developments
at
the
regional
and
CO
levels
and
contribute
to
the
development
of
thematic
policy
and
reports
in
collaboration
with
the
Regional
Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action).
Together
with
the
Regional
Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action),
serve
as
a
resource person for
COs
in
the
Region
by
providing
insights
into
the
latest
policy
and
research
developments
at
global,
regional,
and
levels,
as
well
as
best
practices
in
project
implementation.
In
coordination
with
the
Regional Project
Development
Officer
and
Regional
Thematic
Specialist (Climate Action), support the development of projects that are
regional/multi-country,
for
small
COs, and
for
countries
with
no IOM
presence.
Under
the
guidance
of
the
Regional
Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action),
support
with
drafting
and
developing
regional
thematic
guidance
notes,
information
sheets,
and
tools together with
other
RTUs in the RO.
Prepare
internal
reports,
presentations,
talking
points,
speeches,
statements,
and
briefings
as relevant to
CAD,
as needed.
In coordination with
the
Regional Project
Development
Officer
and the Regional Thematic Specialist (Climate Action), contribute
to
ongoing
knowledge
management
processes
at
the
RO
and
COs
in
the
region,
including
sharing
thematic
-
related
information
between
the
COs
and
RO.
In
the
absence
of
the
Regional
Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action)
during
leave
or
duty
travel,
ensure the continued functioning of the RO
Climate Action Unit by coordinating incoming
requests
from
internal
or
external
partners.
Participate
in
conferences,
workshops
and
meetings
related
to
the thematic
area of
expertise,
as
required
by
the
Regional
Thematic
Specialist
(Climate
Action)
and/or
the
Deputy
Regional
Director
(Operations).
Perform
any
other
that
may
be
assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Bachelor’s
degree
in
social sciences,
Business
Administration,
Environmental
and
Climate
Studies,
Migration
Studies,
International
Relations,
Law,
or
related
field
with
four
years of
relevant
professional
experience;
or
High
School
diploma
with
six
of
relevant
.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the
UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
in
the
field
of
migration
and
climate
change
issues,
including
operational
experience,
with
project
management
and
thematic
experience.
Demonstrated expertise
in
migration and climate
action
relevant
to
project development;
in
liaising
with
governmental
authorities,
other
national/international
institutions, private sector, academic institutions, think tanks, financial institutions
,
and NGOs
;
Work
experience in
migration and climate
action
in the
East, Horn, and Southern Africa region
is
an
asset.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong

writing

and analytical

skills;

Takes

responsibility

for

action

and

manages

constructive

criticism;

Promotes

continuous

learning

for

self

and

others;

Listens

and

communicates

clearly,

adapting

delivery

the

audience;

Plans

work,

anticipates

risks,

and

sets

goals

within

area

responsibility;

Displays

mastery

subject

matter;

Contributes

a collegial

team environment;

incorporates

gender: related needs,

perspectives, and

concerns,

and

promotes

equal

gender: participation;

Knowledge

monitoring,

evaluation,

and

learning; and

Displays

awareness

relevant

technological

solutions.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

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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 five 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 2

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.

Managerial Competencies

– behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

Leadership

: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.

Empowering others

: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

Building Trust

: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.

Strategic thinking and vision

: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Humility

: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

Please refer to this

link

for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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 will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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.

No late applications will be accepted. 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

Required Skills

Job info

Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)

Initial Contract Duration: 12 months

Org Type: Regional Office

Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice

Recruiting Type: General Service

Grade: G-6

Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No

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Summary by Impactpool

The Senior Regional Climate Associate at IOM will support the Regional Thematic Unit on Climate Action by providing thematic expertise and resource mobilization support to Country Offices in the East, Horn, and Southern Africa region. Responsibilities include capacity building, project proposal review, and monitoring thematic trends. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to develop regional projects and thematic guidance. The position aims to enhance IOM's efforts in climate action and migration management.

Candidate Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or High School diploma with experience

Experience in migration and climate change issues

Project management and thematic experience

Strong writing and analytical skills

Fluency in one of IOM's official languages

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Senior Regional Climate Associate

IOM - International Organization for Migration

Nairobi

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GS-6, General Service - No need for Higher Education - Locally recruited position level

Speaks English, French, Spanish

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