Legal and Compliance · Full-time
Direct employerSenior Programme Manager (Immigration and Border Governance (IBG)) (P)
International Organization for Migration (IOM)

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Role overview
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Nairobi, Kenya, is seeking a Senior Programme Manager for Immigration and Border Governance. This role involves managing the Regional Counter Migrant Smuggling Programme and is suited to candidates with experience in migration, border management, and programme leadership.
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Requirements
- Master's degree in Management, Social Science, Law, International Relations, Regional Studies, or related field with seven years relevant experience, or a University degree with nine years relevant experience.
- Experience managing large, multicountry projects or programmes, especially in migration, border management, or law enforcement.
- Knowledge and experience in migration and border management policy and operations.
- Background in immigration and border management technologies and capacity building.
- Proven managerial experience in staff supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships with governmental, diplomatic, and international organizations.
- Experience in project development, implementation, reporting, and financial management.
- Familiarity with UN and donor programme regulations.
- Strong planning, coordination, and logistics skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written, and computer proficiency.
- Good knowledge of project management administrative, financial, and procedural aspects.
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Efficiency, flexibility, professionalism, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong leadership, management, and coordination abilities.
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before Friday, 23 October 2026.