Senior Programme Manager – Immigration & Border Governance

About the role

The Senior Programme Manager (IBG) will lead the Regional Counter Migrant Smuggling Programme, coordinating activities across multiple countries to strengthen border management capacity and enhance migration governance.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee programme development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting for the RCMSP.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical support to border management agencies and IOM Country Offices.
• Manage high‑level stakeholder liaison, including governments, UN agencies, and civil society.
• Supervise staff and drive new initiatives such as the Data Exchange Solution for Counter Migrant Smuggling.

Required profile

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) with at least seven years of relevant experience in migration, border management or related fields.
• Proven experience managing large, multi‑country projects and leading staff.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with governmental and international partners.
• Familiarity with UN and donor programme regulations.

Required skills

• Strong planning, coordination and logistics capabilities for complex activities.
• Excellent written and oral English communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).