SVN -National Project Officer (Private Sector Engagement)

IOM · Abuja, Nigeria · Deadline: 15 Oct 2026

Grade: NO-C

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 as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Head of Programme Coordination and Innovation (PCI), and in close coordination with the Private Sector Partnerships (PSP) Unit, the incumbent will support and strengthen IOM Nigeria’s private sector engagement portfolio. This includes strategic outreach to private sector actors, development of partnerships, resource mobilization, programme development, corporate liaison, due diligence, and strengthening IOM’s relationship with private sector stakeholders at national, regional, and continental levels.

Private Sector Engagement

  • Support the implementation of IOM Nigeria’s Private Sector Engagement Strategy through targeted outreach, stewardship, and engagement with companies, foundations, chambers, and corporate networks.

  • Conduct mapping and maintain an updated database of private sector stakeholders to identify partnership, visibility, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and fundraising opportunities.

  • Support engagement with a broad spectrum of actors, including diaspora networks, government ministries, private sector entities, civil society organizations, and international financial institutions (IFIs) within and beyond Nigeria.

  • Liaise with regional private sector focal points in Dakar and collaborate with HQ PSP to align engagements and leverage global opportunities.

  • Identify private sector institutions relevant to priority thematic areas (climate action, youth employment, regular pathways, etc.) and facilitate targeted collaboration.

  • Support relationship-building with IFIs to explore potential funding, partnerships, and programmatic opportunities aligned with IOM’s strategic objectives.

Programme & Partnership Development

  • Identify and develop new private sector and IFI programme opportunities, including preliminary research, drafting partner profiles, and producing guidance notes.

  • Assist in designing approaches to expand IOM Nigeria’s private sector and IFI portfolio.

  • Support programme units in developing strategic partnerships and networking opportunities with donors, IFIs, and partners, including international financing institutions.

  • Develop value propositions for private sector partners and match their CSR priorities with IOM programmes.

  • Support the design of scalable partnership models, modalities, and mechanisms in coordination with PCI.

  • Contribute to the development of innovative initiatives aimed at strengthening private sector participation in migration governance.

Knowledge Management, Communication & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of private sector, diaspora, and IFI engagement activities, donor communications, and programme files in relevant IOM software applications.
  • Draft visibility, resource mobilization, and partnership engagement materials as required, including reporting on diaspora and IFI contributions.
  • Prepare reports, briefing notes, outreach packages, presentations, and corporate communication products as required.
  • Document best practices, collect lessons learned, and contribute to knowledge-sharing within PCI and PSP.

Compliance, Due Diligence & Coordination

  • Ensure due diligence, legal vetting, and contractual processes are followed for all private sector partnerships.
  • Coordinate closely with PGLS, LEG, Finance, and relevant units on risk management, compliance, and contractual agreements.
  • Support adherence to IOM’s private sector partnership policies, including risk assessment, ethical screening, and internal controls.
  • Ensure alignment of private sector engagement with IOM Nigeria’s resource mobilization objectives and the Nigeria UNSDCF.

Coordination & Representation

  • Represent IOM Nigeria at meetings, corporate forums, CSR events, stakeholder engagements, and private sector platforms.
  • Coordinate with federal and state government actors, private associations, and development partners on private sector initiatives.
  • Support regional private sector engagement efforts in West Africa in close collaboration with the Regional Office.

Other Duties

  • Support monitoring of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to private sector partnerships, outreach, and resource mobilization.
  • Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Master’s degree in International Relations, International Development, Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Law, or related field from an accredited academic institution with five years relevant professional experience; or
  • Bachelor’s degree in the above fields from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

  • Experience in private sector engagement, CSR initiatives, partnership development, or corporate fundraising.
  • Experience providing technical guidance on private sector engagement within development or humanitarian sectors.
  • Experience in mapping corporate actors, conducting outreach, facilitating partnerships, and donor relations.
  • Experience in programme development, proposal writing, or resource mobilization is an asset.

Skills

  • Strong communication, writing and organizational skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports.

  • Basic knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts, approaches and methodologies.

  • Confirmed experience in donor report writing in humanitarian and/or development settings.

  • Experience with Results Based Management approach and other strategic planning approaches.

  • Strong analytical and planning skills; capacity to establish working relationships with governmental authorities, national and international institutions and Non-Governmental Organizations.

  • Capacity to supervise and train support staff; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional background.

  • Ability to work with accuracy under constraints and pressure; high sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment.

  • Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, creative thinking.

  • Good level of computer literacy, including database applications.

Languages

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

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

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

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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.

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