Regional Thematic Specialist – Humanitarian Response & Recovery

About the role

The International Organization for Migration is seeking a Regional Thematic Specialist to provide expert advice and support the implementation of humanitarian response and recovery policies across its Country Offices in the region. Reporting to the Deputy Regional Director for Operations, the specialist will ensure consistent, evidence‑based programming and serve as the go‑to source for humanitarian expertise.

Key responsibilities

• Provide oversight, quality control and thematic guidance to promote cohesive, evidence‑based humanitarian programmes across the region.
• Identify regional opportunities and risks, foster knowledge sharing, and support policy and research development.
• Offer advocacy, policy and technical recommendations to Member States, regional entities and migration fora.
• Collaborate with regional and country office leadership to drive cross‑thematic initiatives and capacity‑building activities.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Social Science or related field with at least seven years of relevant experience, or a university degree with nine years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in humanitarian response and recovery, especially in non‑OECD countries, including project development, management and capacity‑building.
• Proven track record in liaison, resource mobilisation and advocacy with governments, UN agencies, NGOs and the private sector.
• Strong analytical abilities, knowledge of international standards, and capacity to lead diverse specialist teams.
• Fluency in English (oral and written); additional UN language knowledge is an advantage.