Job Opening Details

Functional Setting 

The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) is an international organisation that promotes innovative, comprehensive, and sustainable migration policies. Through its regional framework, the Migration Capacity Partnerships, ICMPD delivers on its strategy in the Mediterranean, positioning modernisation as one of its four core drivers. The Border Management Programme for the Maghreb region (BMP Maghreb), implemented by ICMPD, is a EU-funded regional programme in North Africa. Focusing on providing support to the strengthening of border management capacities of Maghreb countries, the programme targets national border agencies of Maghreb countries to provide support to strategic development, purchase and maintenance of priority equipment, capacity development of necessary standards and procedures at national level, in line with international standards and human rights and rights-based approach.

Situated in the Regional Office in Malta, the postholder will play a key role in advancing modernisation and programme's objectives, particularly via oversight of project deliverables, ensuring timely reporting, conducting thorough monitoring and evaluation, and performing data analysis.

Position-Specific Expertise:

• Advanced Excel Skills: Proficiency in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization using Excel, including the use of advanced formulas, pivot tables, and to manage and analyse project data effectively.
• Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Expertise: Strong understanding of M&E frameworks and methodologies to assess project performance, impact, and outcomes. Ability to design and implement M&E plans, including setting up indicators, data collection methods, and analysis for continuous project improvement.
• Reporting and Communication Skills: Capability to synthesize complex data and​ insights into clear, concise, and actionable reports for various stakeholders. Experience in drafting periodic progress reports, final reports, and presentations that meet EU reporting standards and guidelines.
• Budget Management and Financial Analysis: Knowledge of budgeting principles and financial management practices relevant to EU-funded projects. Ability to prepare, manage, and monitor project budgets, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and optimizing resource allocation.
• Project Management Fundamentals: Understanding of project management principles and tools, including project planning, execution, and closure. Familiarity with EU project lifecycle, regulations, and documentation requirements to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within scope.​

Position-Specific Qualifications and Language Skills 

• ​In addition to the languages listed in the job profile (fluent English), knowledge of French and Arabic is an asset.
• Good understanding of research methodologies, data collection and related fields.​