Regional Thematic Specialist – Climate Action & Mobility

About the role

The Regional Thematic Specialist on Climate Action and Mobility provides strategic advice, oversight and technical support to IOM Country Offices across the region, ensuring evidence‑based programming that addresses climate‑related migration challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Climate Action Regional Thematic Unit (CAD RTU) in delivering thematic guidance and technical assistance to Country Offices.
• Advise the Deputy Regional Director on strategic direction and represent IOM in external forums.
• Coordinate technical assistance on climate‑change, mobility, protection and recovery, including crisis response.
• Design and deliver training and capacity‑building programmes for regional staff and partners.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with donors, UN bodies, private sector and academic institutions.
• Mobilise resources and advocate for programmatic priorities with new and traditional donors.
• Oversee project development, reporting, monitoring and evaluation in line with IOM’s Project Handbook.
• Provide risk management support and ensure compliance with IOM’s risk framework.
• Contribute to knowledge management, innovation labs and policy development on climate migration.

Required profile

• Advanced degree in climate science, migration studies, international development or related field.
• Extensive experience in climate‑action programming, migration policy and regional coordination.
• Proven ability to lead thematic units, manage partnerships and mobilise resources.
• Strong analytical, communication and advocacy skills.
• Experience working with Small Island Developing States and Least‑Developed Countries is highly valued.