.Position Title: Chief Technology OfficerDuty Station: Valencia, SpainClassification: Professional Staff, Grade P5Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extensionEstimated Start Date: As soon as possibleClosing Date: 24 October 2024Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leadingUN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental andnon-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for thebenefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity andinclusion at IOM at www.Iom.Int/diversity.Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified femalecandidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM.For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:Internal candidatesExternal female candidatesCandidate from the following non-represented member states:Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's DemocraticRepublic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; VanuatuSecond tier candidates include:All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.Context:Reporting directly to the Director of Information and Communication Technology/Chief Information Officer (ICT/CIO), the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for driving technology-enabled innovation and delivering the digital technology backbone to enable IOM to scale capabilities needed to achieve its mission of humane and orderly migration.The Chief Technology Officer will lead, manage, and coach a global and diverse team of cross-functional resources to define technology strategy, modernize technology infrastructure and operations, and manage technology innovation across IOM while fostering a culture of innovation, sustainability, and agility.Core Functions / Responsibilities:Build the CTO Team and establish relationships with key business partners and stakeholders. Represent ICT in different institutional bodies and governing forums.Work with the CIO and ICT Management team to create, execute, and update ICT's vision, mission, and strategy, aligning with business partner strategies.Oversee business-led technology solutions, ensuring they follow ICT governance practices, policies, and standards.Maintain a holistic understanding of IOM's business and identify opportunities to introduce or enhance technology solutions to accelerate delivery of business outcomes